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Job Description:

At Ascentium Capital, the Tax Specialist contributes to the efficient and effective workings of the Tax department by performing daily tasks that require a strong attention to detail as well as industry and business knowledge.

Ascentium Capital, a division of Regions Bank, provides convenient access to financing for business equipment and technology and serves small organizations to Fortune 500 companies with programs that benefit manufacturers, distributors and direct to businesses nationwide. Our finance specialization covers several segments, including technology, healthcare, hospitality, franchise, commercial vehicles, and other markets. We strive to be the premier provider of customized finance programs that add value to our customers' businesses.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assists with filing sales tax returns for various states
• Reviews sales and uses tax exemption certificates submitted by customers and verifies validity of the certificate
• Contacts and communicates with internal departments as well as external governmental jurisdictions to resolve issues related to sales taxation
• Participates in projects associated with the maintenance of sales tax records (i.e. business license completion)
• Cross-trains in order to serve as back up for Sales Tax functions including preparation and reconciling
• Researches current guidance on governmental regulations as requested by the manager

This position requires the tracking of time and is eligible for overtime hours worked in excess of 40 per week under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• One (1) year of experience in a financial institution or leasing company
• Experience operating a ten-key calculator/keyboard

Preferences

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Exposure to lease accounting

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to learn additional systems as needed
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Ability to research, analyze data, and derive facts
• Ability to work in a team environment when applicable
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong work ethic and self-motivation

Tax Department Additional Support

Provides support across the Tax Department’s sales and property tax functions.

Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned based on departmental and business needs.

Position Type

Compensation Details

Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job.

The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position.

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Benefits Information

Regions offers a benefits package that is flexible, comprehensive and recognizes that "one size does not fit all" for benefits-eligible associates. Listed below is a synopsis of the benefits offered by Regions for informational purposes, which is not intended to be a complete summary of plan terms and conditions.

• Paid Vacation/Sick Time

• 401K with Company Match

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

• Disability Benefits

• Health Savings Account

• Flexible Spending Account

• Life Insurance

• Parental Leave

• Employee Assistance Program

• Associate Volunteer Program

Please note, benefits and plans may be changed, amended, or terminated with respect to all or any class of associate at any time. To learn more about Regions’ benefits, please click or copy the link below to your browser.

https://www.regions.com/about-regions/welcome-portal/benefits

Location Details

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Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Job applications at Regions are accepted electronically through our career site for a minimum of five business days from the date of posting. Job postings for higher-volume positions may remain active for longer than the minimum period due to business need and may be closed at any time thereafter at the discretion of the company.