Seasonal Accounting State Filing SpecialistJob LocationsUS-OH-CincinnatiCompanyMeridian Bioscience, CorpDepartmentFinance

　　of Openings1About MeridianMeridian Bioscience is a fully integrated life science company that develops, manufactures, markets and distributes a broad range of innovative diagnostic products. We are dedicated to developing and delivering better solutions that give answers with speed, accuracy and simplicity that are redefining the possibilities of life from discovery to diagnosis. We are looking for talented and passionate individuals that help drive our vision. Our innovative culture will allow interested candidates to discover and create, through collaboration, cutting edge solutions to tough problems.Job SummaryThe Seasonal Staff Accountant State Filings Specialist will be responsible for reconciliations of sales and use tax liability accounts, along with certain state sales tax/registration filings for all U.S. business entities for multiple state and local jurisdictions.Position will be part-time as needed to meet business needs and assignment is not expected to exceed more than a six (6) month duration.Key DutiesTasks/Duties/Responsibilities:State filings:Calculate and analyze sales/use tax data for accuracy.Reconcile data against the general ledger accounts.Investigate questionable data and take corrective action when necessary.Submit state and local jurisdictional sales and use tax returns with payments in a timely manner by mail or electronic submission.Submit registrations for new sales and use taxing jurisdictions when necessary.Respond to, resolve, and track notices from taxing jurisdictions in a timely manner.Research and stay up to date on tax filing laws and regulations.Assist with submission of data required by registered agent to facilitate filing of business licenses as needed.MiscellaneousEnsure that all work is done accurately and on time;Use various software applications, such as Infor XA, Infor d/EPM, Sage or FMIS Fixed Asset System and Excel spreadsheets, to assemble, manipulate and/or analyze data and/or reports;Ongoing review of processes and implementation of process improvements;Retrieve incoming mail and processOther duties as assigned.QualificationsMinimum Education or Equivalent Experience Required/Preferred:Experience with accounting reconciliations and variance analyses. Ability to perform these reconciliations without significant guidance;Computer proficiency, along with strong spreadsheet skills (preferably MS Excel, Word);Strong accounting and query system knowledge [examples include, AS400 Accounting software (Infor MAPICS IFM),AS400 query, Vertex Sales and Use Tax software, Blackline, MAPICS analytics software (GPS), or Infor d/EPM;Knowledge of statistical methods and application in business environments;Ability to read, understand and follow all company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and guidelines and hold team accountable to these standards;Be a self-starter, detail oriented and organized and able to prioritize and balance workloads and meet strict critical deadlines along with performing under pressure in a fastpaced environment;High motivation, readily adaptable to changing priorities, can effectively manage own time and prioritize multiple projects to ensure on-time completion;Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written and oral communication skills and customer service skills (ability to communicate with internal and external customers);Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality requirementsEffective time management and work prioritization skills;Must be able to work additional hours outside the course o