Title: Tax Accountant (Sales Tax) - Part-Time Category: Accounting & Finance EmploymentType: Part-Time Location: NY-Westbury LocationType: corporate JobLocation: Westbury, New York 11590 JobSummary: Barnes & Noble is the world’s largest retail bookseller and the leading retailer of content, digital media and educational products. We operate over 600 Barnes & Noble bookstores in 50 states and one of the web’s premier e-commerce sites, bn.com. Our Nook Digital business offers a lineup of popular NOOK® tablets and eReaders and an expansive collection of digital reading content through the NOOK® store. We’re proud to be an industry leader, consistently recognized for excellence in quality and customer service in our stores and online at bn.com.  We are seeking a Part-Time Tax Accountant (Sales Tax). This role is responsible for communicating with state and local representatives and various departments within the company to resolve any sales tax related issues. Partner with Deloitte to file Café, Gross Receipts and State and Local Sales and Use Tax Returns on a monthly and quarterly basis. Prepare journal entries and sales tax account reconciliations at the end of the month. Assist with state sales tax audits and internal and external audits when needed. An employee in this position can expect a starting rate between $48 - $52 per hour, depending on experience, seniority, geographic locations, and other factors permitted by law. This is a part-time role at 24 hours/week, based in our Westbury, NY office. WhatYouDo: • Assist Deloitte with the preparation and filing of sales and use tax returns and payments • Assist Deloitte with the resolution of sales and use tax notices through written and oral communication • Reconcile tax payments to the general ledger • Prepare journal entries and sales tax account reconciliations at the end of the month • Assist with state sales tax audits and internal and external audits • Research and interpret various State and local Tax Codes, Revenue Rulings and Tax Court Cases • Respond promptly to various State’s requests • Responsible for special projects as assigned Knowledge&Experience: • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline required • 3+ years of related experience required • Experience in Vertex O series preferred • Experience with Oracle and tax research software (Checkpoint) a plus • Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel (including v-lookups, pivot tables) • Must possess strong analytical skills • Must be detail-oriented and able to work independently EeoStatement: Barnes & Noble is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition as defined by applicable law, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, hairstyle, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, reproductive health decisions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.