Tax Consultant – Indirect Tax Compliance Overview Seeking a Tax Consultant to support multi‑state sales and use tax compliance. This contract role involves preparing filings, maintaining exemption certificates, supporting audits, and working with leading tax technology platforms. Key Responsibilities + Prepare and file sales and use tax returns across multiple states + Maintain exemption certificates and compliance documentation + Support sales and use tax audits and reverse audits + Configure and maintain tax engines (Vertex, Avalara, OneSource) + Collaborate with Accounting, Procurement, A/R, and IT on tax matters + Assist with system testing and process improvements Qualifications + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field + 5+ years of sales and use tax compliance experience + Multi‑state and indirect tax experience. + Experience with Vertex, Avalara, or OneSource + Strong Excel and data analysis skills + Dynamics 365 experience is a plus Work Environment + Hybrid schedule: 3–4 days onsite, 1–2 days remote + South Norwalk location, 10‑minute walk from the train station Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Norwalk, CT. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Norwalk,CT. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 10, 2026. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.