Tax Specialist

: Position Summary As a member of the professional staff, contributes general knowledge and skill in a discipline area (e.g. Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Operations Planning & Support, Sales & Marketing) to support team and/or department objectives. Generally works under close supervision or within well-established guidelines to complete routine tasks. Specific Job Summary The Tax Specialist will report to the Tax Manager and Director and will support the Marriott Vacations Worldwide (MVW) indirect tax function. The Tax Specialist will prepare workpapers and reconciliations, complete postings, maintain and review files, check work for accuracy, and complete internal control processes supporting the filing of MVW's state and local tax returns to ensure compliance with state and local tax sales and use, lodging, and federal information reporting requirements for all domestic locations where MVW conducts business. The Tax Specialist will also perform related duties and projects as assigned in support of the company's tax reporting and compliance responsibilities. Generic Expected Contributions Performs the following types of basic tasks: workpaper preparation, self-review of work product for accuracy, completion of reconciliations Responds to, solves and makes decisions on standard/routine business requests with limited risk. Responsible for own work and contributing to team, department and/or business results Achieving business results by: utilizing technical knowledge and skills to provide accurate and timely work product, and establishing priorities for self in order to meet deadlines and follow company policies and procedures, Demonstrates an awareness of personal strengths and areas for improvement and acts independently to improve and increase skills and knowledge. Performs other duties as appropriate. Specific Expected Contributions (including duties and responsibilities) Prepares tax workpapers supporting filing of state and local sales, use and occupancy tax returns. Prepare, review and post journal entries to be recorded and tax payments to be made. Assist in preparation of monthly tax account reconciliations in compliance with MVWP-66 Policy and work with local site teams to obtain necessary reconciliations and information. Runs various General Ledger queries from PeopleSoft, including trial balances, P&L, B/S, etc. Generic Candidate Profile Successful candidates should possess knowledge and experience and demonstrate ability to accurately complete tasks assigned on a timely basis. Specific Candidate Profile (the education, experience, skills and attributes that are important for this position) Education High school diploma/G.E.D. equivalent Experience Proficient in use of Microsoft Excel. At least 1 year of equivalent work experience. Skills/Attributes Good communication skills and ability to work in team environment. Strong organizational skills; detail oriented. Ability to work extended hours to meet deadlines. This opportunity offers a comprehensive and competitive compensation program, including Paid Time Off, Group Insurance, (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, STD), Leave Sharing, Retirement and Financial Benefits, (401k, Flex Spending Accounts), as well as Wellness Programs, Commuter Savings, Travel and Education Discounts, and more!