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Ampleo

Senior Sales Tax Associate

Saint George, UT · On-site

$76.90K - $95.30K/yr

Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Sales Tax Associate to join our accounting team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing state and local sales tax ...

Tanner LLC

Tax Senior Associate

Lehi, UT · On-site

$76.50K - $94.80K/yr

Tax Compliance: Preparing a variety of tax returns, including corporate, partnership, estate, gift, individual, not-for-profit, and employee benefit tax returns * Client Interaction: Understanding ...

Tanner

Tax Senior Associate

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$78.90K - $97.70K/yr

Tax Compliance: Preparing a variety of tax returns, including corporate, partnership, estate, gift, individual, not-for-profit, and employee benefit tax returns * Client Interaction: Understanding ...

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As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for tax associate in Utah is $63,242.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,300.00 and $71,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Tax Associate, you need a solid understanding of accounting principles, tax laws, and regulations, typically supported by a degree in accounting or finance. Familiarity with tax preparation software (such as CCH Axcess or ProSystem fx), Excel, and possibly CPA eligibility or certification is often required. Attention to detail, strong analytical thinking, and effective communication are essential soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure accuracy, compliance, and strong client relationships in a highly regulated and deadline-driven environment.

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Tax Associates often experience increased workloads and tight deadlines during tax season, which can be challenging to manage. Balancing multiple clients, staying updated on frequent tax law changes, and ensuring accuracy under pressure are common hurdles. Effective time management, clear communication with team members, and utilizing tax preparation software can help alleviate stress and improve efficiency. Many firms also foster a collaborative environment where associates can seek guidance from senior staff, making it easier to handle complex client situations.

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Tax Associates are professionals who assist individuals or organizations with preparing and filing tax returns, ensuring compliance with tax laws, and providing tax planning advice. They typically work under the supervision of senior accountants or tax managers and help with gathering financial information, analyzing tax regulations, and identifying potential deductions or credits. Tax Associates may work in accounting firms, corporate finance departments, or government agencies, and they often interact directly with clients to address tax-related questions.
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Senior Sales Tax Associate

Senior Sales Tax Associate

Ampleo

Saint George, UT • On-site

$76.90K - $95.30K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

About Ampleo
Amplēo provides experienced business leaders, including CFOs, CMOs, and CHROs, to companies on a fractional basis to help them achieve their full potential. Amplēo allows companies the freedom and flexibility to add highly expert, strategic talent as they need it, without the hassle or cost of a full-time hire. It also offers experienced business leaders and proven professionals the opportunity to do their best work across multiple companies while enjoying greater variety, flexibility, and balance in their lives. Thousands of companies rely on Amplēo professionals to deliver seasoned leadership and expert counsel at all levels of their organization.
Title: Senior Staff Accountant
Department: Ampleo Sales Tax (The Sales Tax People)
Location: St. George, UT (Hybrid)
About Us
The Sales Tax People (formerly Peisner Johnson) is the nation's go-to team for sales tax expertise that drives business growth. For over 30 years, we've helped companies of all sizes navigate the complex world of sales tax-turning compliance headaches into opportunities for savings, protection, and peace of mind.
Our clients choose us because we make the complicated simple. We combine deep tax expertise, proven processes, and industry-leading technology to deliver results that protect the bottom line and fuel expansion. Whether it's uncovering hidden refunds, mitigating audit risk, or managing multi-state compliance, we help our clients save money, avoid compliance issues, and focus on growing their business.
As part of Amplēo's portfolio of growth-minded companies, we're in an exciting phase of expansion-building new partnerships, launching innovative services, and scaling our reach nationwide. Joining our team means being part of a fast-paced, high-performance culture where growth isn't just the goal-it's the expectation.
Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Sales Tax Associate to join our accounting team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing state and local sales tax compliance, preparing and filing returns, and supporting clients with a wide range of tax-related projects. This position requires strong technical knowledge, organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate with both internal teams and external clients.
The ideal candidate is a proactive and dependable accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You should be comfortable balancing multiple assignments, reviewing the work of junior team members, and providing high-quality client service while ensuring compliance with state and local tax regulations.
Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare and file state and local sales tax returns accurately and on time.
  • Navigate state tax portals to complete filings, registrations, and research.
  • Maintain and strengthen client relationships through clear communication and proactive support.
  • Review returns prepared by Staff Accountants, providing feedback and ensuring accuracy.
  • Review reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.
  • Assist with new state tax registrations, voluntary disclosure agreements (VDAs), and audit defense.
  • Support special projects and ad-hoc assignments as needed.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • 2-5 years of sales tax experience
  • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments and manage time
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines and take full ownership of tasks.
  • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a professional team.

Benefits
At Ampleo, we believe in taking care of our people so they can do their best work. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance - Multiple plan options to support you and your family's health.
  • 401(k) with Company Match - Invest in your future with our competitive retirement savings plan.
  • Parental Leave - Paid leave to support you in welcoming and bonding with your growing family.
  • Paid Holidays & Time Off - Enjoy company holidays and dedicated time to rest and recharge.

Ampleo is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, skills, and perspectives because we know this only makes us better. We strongly encourage women, persons of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, persons with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

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