Sales & Occupancy Tax Analyst at Howard

, Puerto Rico, Guatemala -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Tax Compliance, Sales Tax Calculation, Occupancy Tax Calculation, Data Reconciliation, Financial Reporting, Client Advisory, Excel, Property Management Systems, NetSuite, Avalara MyLodgeTax, Audit Management, Multi-jurisdictional Filing

Industry

Financial Services

Description

About the Role We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Sales & Occupancy Tax Analyst to join our team and support our growing Sales & Occupancy Tax function. In this role, you will take full ownership of tax compliance for our hospitality and short-term rental operations. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in lodging tax structures who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys bridging the gap between complex financial data and client satisfaction. Key Responsibilities Tax Filing & Compliance: Prepare, verify, and file multi-jurisdictional sales, occupancy, and lodging tax returns accurately and on time. Data Analysis & Calculation: Perform precise tax calculations based on reservation-level data, including accommodation fares, cleaning fees, and other taxable components. Reconciliation: Reconcile transaction data across Property Management Systems (PMS), tax software reports, and internal financial records to ensure 100% accuracy. Calendar Management: Maintain and manage tight tax compliance calendars and ensure timely remittances to avoid penalties. Agency & Jurisdiction Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for state and local tax authorities, handling notices, audits, and inquiries directly. Reporting: Build, maintain, and improve structured tax reports for both internal leadership and client use. Client Advisory: Work closely with clients to understand their operational setup, aligning their business model with specific tax requirements. Requirements & Qualifications Experience: Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in the hospitality, lodging, or short-term rental industry, specifically focused on sales and occupancy tax compliance. Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of the unique nuances of short-term rental and property management tax structures. Tech Stack: * Proven experience with Property Management Systems (PMS) like Streamline, Guesty, or similar platforms. Hands-on experience with tax automation and ERP tools such as Avalara MyLodgeTax and NetSuite is highly valued. Advanced Excel skills for data reconciliation and analysis. Soft Skills: High degree of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail. Ability to operate effectively under tight, recurring monthly deadlines. Strong communication skills to manage relations with both tax authorities and clients. Why Howard Financial (What We Offer) 100% Remote & Flexible: Work from anywhere in LATAM or Europe on a schedule that respects your delivery and autonomy. Merit-Based Growth: We operate with a flat, pod-based structure. Promotions and opportunities here are strictly earned by impact, not scheduled by tenure. Performance Incentives: All team members are eligible for quarterly performance-based bonuses linked to the excellence and health of their portfolio.

Responsibilities

The role involves managing full tax compliance for hospitality and short-term rental operations, including filing multi-jurisdictional returns and performing precise tax calculations. The analyst will also reconcile financial data across various systems and act as the primary contact for tax authorities.