Position supports various functions within the Tax department dealing predominately with fuel excise tax and sales/use compliance at the federal, state and international levels. The Staff Accountant will assist with the preparation of monthly tax filings across multiple entities and jurisdictions with exposure to a variety of taxes including not only federal & state excise and multi-state sales/use, but also Canadian GST/PST, gross receipts, property and other miscellaneous taxes. In addition to indirect tax responsibilities, all tax department members assist with the year-end income tax provision. 

Unique to Eco-Energy, this role also maintains the fixed asset subledgers for accounting and tax. This requires an understanding of the capitalization policy and a basic understanding of depreciation for GAAP, IFRS, and tax.

The Staff Accountant must possess the ability to work in a fluid ever-changing environment resulting from company growth and diversification and exhibit a willingness and interest for learning new areas of taxation. Position offers opportunities for individual development and advancement. 

· Prepare annual property tax listings/renditions/returns

· Prepare monthly excise & sales/use filings in a time sensitive environment

· Reconcile tax general ledger accounts and assist with preparation of monthly accrual and adjusting entries

· Assist with obtaining proper tax licensure across jurisdictions 

· Communicate with taxing jurisdictions and respond to internal/external questions with respect to applicable excise and sales/use taxes

· Monitor US and Canadian federal and jurisdictional motor fuel excise tax law changes and update tax systems

· Support excise audits including data retrieval and analysis

· Obtain and maintain tax exemption certifications from customers to support federal and state excise taxes and sales/use taxes

· Perform tax research as needed targeting tax implications and licensing requirements to support company growth and diversification 

· Resolve tax notices when received 

· Prepare monthly depreciation calculations and related journal entries

· Prepare monthly fixed asset roll-forward

· Record fixed assets in subledger and reconcile to the general ledger

· Leverage AI tools for data extraction, research, automation of workpapers

Desired Skills & Experience

· Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

· One to three years professional work experience with an emphasis in tax or accounting

· Strong proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint

· Effective oral and written communication skills

· Detail oriented with strong time management skills

· Demonstrated effective use of AI in process improvement

Working Conditions

· Primarily office-based role with extended periods of sitting and computer use with the potential for hybrid schedule

· Frequent use of standard office equipment and tax/accounting systems 

· Ability to work extended hours during peak periods (e.g., filing deadlines, audits) 

· Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment requiring strong attention to detail