INDIRECT TAX ACCOUNTANT LOCATION: SOUTHEAST ASIA FULL-TIME POSITION AVAILABLE OVERVIEW: Working as Full-Time Indirect Tax Accountant, you will enjoy the opportunity to perform a variety of functions relating to indirect tax, with an emphasis on goods and services tax (GST), value-added tax (VAT) and Sales and Service Tax (SST) related to our international locations, but also including sales tax and business licensing, as well as participating in analytical and administrative projects. RESPONSIBILITIES: The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: Interfacing directly with external accounting firms to assist in the preparation and filing of monthly and quarterly GST, VAT and SST returns for our international locations Compiling various documents and reports to support the monthly and quarterly GST, VAT and SST return review and filing process Preparing journal entries related to GST and VAT return filing and payment activities Assisting with the design and implementation of procedures to reconcile monthly, quarterly, and annual activity related to various indirect tax filing requirements Assisting with the preparation and filing of tax returns for various types of indirect tax related to foreign and domestic operations Performing research related to various indirect tax compliance requirements Assisting with external audits of various types of indirect tax, including gathering, organizing, and analyzing audit data, and working with auditors to drive audit resolution Assisting Fastenal stores, customers, and others with correct Indirect Tax exemption requirements and other tax questions Identifying and implementing procedural improvements to enhance efficiency Planning and organizing activities to complete assigned tasks on time with a high level of accuracy Completing special projects and other administrative tasks REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: The following skills and qualifications are required for this position: Possess or are working towards a degree in Accounting Excellent written and oral communication skills Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel Possess the willingness and ability to manage results driven projects Highly motivated, self directed and customer service oriented Demonstrate strong organization, planning and prioritizing abilities Exhibit strong problem solving, deductive reasoning and decision making skills Ability to learn and perform multiple tasks in a fast paced environment Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment Demonstrate our core values of ambition, innovation, integrity and teamwork PREFERRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Possess a bachelor's degree in Accounting Experience working in a tax related field Proficient using PeopleSoft ABOUT US: Since 1967 Fastenal has grown as a distributor of industrial and construction supplies from a single branch to a Fortune 500 company with approximately 3,200 servicing locations, each providing tailored local inventory and personal service for our customers. As we've expanded across the world, we've retained a core belief in people and their ability to accomplish remarkable things - if given the opportunity. From this philosophy stems an entrepreneurial culture that challenges every employee to run their own business, create their own success, and advance to become company leaders. As a growth company with a solid financial position, we are committed to training, promoting from within, and creating opportunities for our employees. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and are looking to make your mark as part of an elite growth company, you won't find a better fit than Fastenal.
