Statutory Accountant

About Aegis Sortation

At Aegis, our purpose is clear: to create raving fans through expert innovation in intralogistics. Our team combines innovative thinking with deep industry expertise to deliver solutions for projects of all sizes, throughputs, and complexities.

Aegis Sortation is a leader in the intralogistics technology and innovation space. Our expertise spans E-Commerce, Freight and Parcel, and Warehouse and Distribution. As a prime integrator, we have a team capable of conceptualizing and laying out complex systems, and completing detailed design engineering, procurement, and field installation across various project platforms. Our commitment to integrating excellence throughout the project life cycle sets us apart, delivering automation solutions to businesses ranging from local service providers to international logistics giants.

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Statutory Accountant to join our growing finance team. This role is critical in ensuring compliance with state and local tax regulations, preparing and filing statutory and regulatory reports, and supporting the company’s annual financial audit and tax return process. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of sales tax, property tax, and annual filing requirements, and is experienced in tax research and reporting.

What you'll do

Sales and Use Tax Compliance

• Prepare, file, and remit monthly/quarterly/annual sales and use tax returns across multiple jurisdictions.
• Maintain sales tax exemption certificates and ensure proper documentation.
• Monitor changes in sales tax laws and update internal systems accordingly.

State and Local Tax Registrations

• Register the company in new states as business activities expand.
• Maintain active business licenses and state accounts in good standing.
• Track state nexus exposure and recommend action to ensure compliance.

Annual Filings and Support

• Prepare and file annual reports and franchise tax returns for state entities.
• Assist with the preparation and coordination of federal and state income tax returns in conjunction with external tax advisors.
• Support the annual external financial audit by preparing tax-related schedules and documentation.

1099 Reporting

• Gather and validate vendor data for year-end 1099 filings.
• Ensure timely and accurate issuance of Forms 1099-MISC, 1099-NEC, and other applicable information returns.

Property Tax Compliance

• Prepare and file annual business personal property tax returns.
• Manage property tax assessments, appeals, and payments.

Tax Research and Advisory

• Perform technical research on tax laws, regulations, and guidance impacting the business.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes at the federal, state, and local levels to assess potential tax impacts and proactively communicate risks and opportunities to leadership.

General Accounting & Reporting

• Reconcile tax-related general ledger accounts and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Collaborate with external tax advisors, auditors, and state agencies as needed.
• Continuously improve processes to increase accuracy and efficiency in compliance activities.
• Support month-end close processes and assist with a variety of accounting tasks and special projects as assigned

Embrace and promote by incorporating into your work the core values of Aegis:

1. Professionalism: Maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic. Everyone is accountable for their work. Above all, respect others.

2. Customer Focus: Always work to exceed customer expectations.

3. Collaboration: Share ideas; train and mentor others to your level. Improve one another. 4. Take it Personal: Complete every task as if your reputation depends on it. Because it does!

5. Make it Better: Ask yourself, “What can I do to make our company better?”

6. Open Minded: Look at the possibilities and think outside the box. Embrace change.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and tax compliance requirements.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• 1–3 years of experience in tax accounting, statutory accounting, or a related field.
• Experience working with multi-state tax compliance preferred.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and tax software (e.g., Avalara, Business Central, or similar).

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• 401k match
• Paid time off
• 10 Company Holidays
• Professional development opportunities

This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.

It is the policy of Aegis Sortation to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status (if authorized to work in the U.S.), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Aegis Sortation will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.