Accountant, Excise Tax

Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.

Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Military encouraged to apply.

The purpose of this job is to prepare and file monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns including payment of and accounting for all related tax liabilities and maintenance of related tax records.

1. File state and local excise tax returns
2. Create and analyze supporting reports 
3. Perform tax, fuel, and billing system tax rule maintenance
4. Provide internal customer service by conducting excise tax research and response to internal departments
5. Assist in the resolution of excise tax audits and notices
6. Model behaviors that support the company’s common purpose; ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest level
7. Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
8. Complete other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field preferred
• Minimum one year’s excise tax experience preferred
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
• Intermediate level accounting knowledge
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to set priorities, multitask, meet deadlines, and resolve problems with a high sense of urgency

• Travel required less than 5%
• General office work requiring sitting or standing for long periods of time
• Lift up to 20 pounds