Compliance Specialist

Position Summary

The Compliance Specialist is responsible for supporting enterprise-wide compliance activities within the accounting and finance function of a large industrial mechanical contractor. Reporting to the Controller, this role provides oversight and coordination for sales and use tax compliance, customer prequalification requirements, and subcontractor compliance; and provides support for contractor licensing and lien waiver processes. The position requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to coordinate across accounting, operations, project management, and external parties to reduce compliance risk and support timely project execution.

Key Responsibilities

Sales and Use Tax Oversight

• Manage sales and use tax compliance for multi-state construction and service operations, including review of taxable and exempt transactions, exemption certificates, and job-specific tax treatment.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external advisors to research sales and use tax questions, resolve discrepancies, and support audits or inquiries.
• File reports and remit amount due in accordance with filing requirements and deadlines
• Maintain organized tax compliance records and monitor changes in applicable state and local requirements that may affect project billing, purchasing, or reporting.<