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MichaelsAccountant - Indirect Tax
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LocationIrving-Irving Corporate Office-3939 West John Carpenter Freeway
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience3+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedSep 23, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Working knowledge and application of accounting principles
Proficient in Excel and the Microsoft suite
3+ years of related experience, including account reconciliation
Comfortable in a fast-paced, multi-project, deadline-driven environment and working with minimal supervision
Excellent organizational, time management, and analytical skills
Effective interpersonal and communication skills and enthused by working as part of a team
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
Certified Public Accountant candidate a plus
Experience with Vertex indirect tax software and tax research tools such as Checkpoint Edge or Bloomberg Tax Research
Familiarity with ETL software such as Alteryx and ERP applications and tools such as Oracle, HFM, Essbase, and SmartView
Experience with Big 4 accounting firms
Sales and Use Tax Compliance experience for multiple states
Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job
Skills
Excel
Microsoft Office
Vertex
Checkpoint Edge
Bloomberg Tax Research
Alteryx
Oracle
HFM
Essbase
SmartView
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
401(k)
Tuition assistance
Employee discount
Commuter benefits
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program
About the role
Support Center - IrvingThe Accountant - Indirect Tax is responsible for all sales and use tax duties for assigned U.S. States. Responsible for reporting, audits, exemption certificates, business licenses, unclaimed property, W-9’s and special projects.
Major Activities
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Prepare monthly workpapers related to sales and use tax return compliance, account reconciliations, and journal entries for assigned jurisdictions.
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Work with outside consultants on business license compliance, which includes gathering data, obtaining signatures, and providing copies of business licenses to stores.
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Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to properly assign Vertex tax categories to new products.
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Review customer-provided exemption certificates and assist with customer inquiries.
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Respond to various jurisdictional notices.
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Prepare W-9s and distribute them to internal and external stakeholders as requested.
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Research and resolve tax technical issues.
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Minimum Education
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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Special Certifications or technical skills
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Working knowledge and application of accounting principles
•
Proficient in Excel and the Microsoft suite
Minimum Type of experience the job requires
•
3+ years of related experience, including account reconciliation
Other
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Comfortable in a fast-paced, multi-project, deadline-driven environment and working with minimal supervision
•
Excellent organizational, time management, and analytical skills
•
Effective interpersonal and communication skills and enthused by working as part of a team
Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Preferred Education
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Preferred Special Certifications or technical skills
•
Certified Public Accountant candidate a plus
•
Experience with Vertex indirect tax software and tax research tools such as Checkpoint Edge or Bloomberg Tax Research
•
Familiarity with ETL software such as Alteryx and ERP applications and tools such as Oracle, HFM, Essbase, and SmartView
•
Experience with Big 4 accounting firms
Preferred Type of experience the job requires
•
Sales and Use Tax Compliance experience for multiple states
Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.
About the company
At The Michaels Companies Inc., our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity and celebration. As the leading destination for creating and celebrating in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels is the best place for all things creative. For more information, please visit www.michaels.com.
Benefits
Michaels offers a range of benefits to support team members and their families. Depending on position and eligibility, team members may have access to a 401(k) with employer match, an Employee Assistance Program, medical, dental, and vision coverage, telemedicine services, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, and various voluntary insurance options. All team members enjoy everyday perks such as employee discounts and access to partner discount programs. For a summary of benefits, visit the Michaels Benefits at a Glance page. For additional information regarding benefits, visit MIKBenefits.com
Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all customers to create, innovate and be better together.
Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL).
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