Sales Tax Specialist

Property Location:

200 South Farrar Dr - Cape Girardeau, Missouri 63701

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WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US

So. Much. More.

Just as our guests deserve more, so do you deserve more. Be valued for what you do and who you are ... and well compensated for all you accomplish.

• Work-life-balance – Flexible scheduling, paid time off, hotel discounts and free room nights

• Career growth - Mentorship, cross-training, development plans, management training, and more-over 200 internal promotions this year

• Health and well-being - Medical, dental, vision, prescription, life, disability and Team Member Assistance Program

• Retirement - Company-matched 401(k)

• Award-winning - Ranked among Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces 2025

• Incentives - Quarterly bonuses (we succeed together!) based on hotel results

Basic Function:

The Sales Tax Specialist position is responsible for providing state and local tax work and administrative duties in the Sales Tax area of Drury Hotels. This position maintains a high standard of integrity, service, and hospitality at all times to promote the Drury culture with co-workers, vendors, and customers.

Job Duties:

• Exemplifies a +1 Service attitude and provides courteous, friendly customer service by responding promptly and efficiently to inquiries and requests.
• Maintains sensitive and confidential information in an appropriate manner and maintains discretion/confidentiality in all matters.
• Assists in the initial data load for sales, use, and occupancy tax returns.
• Reviews and approves monthly/quarterly sales, use, and occupancy tax returns. Performs electronic sales tax payments via internet.
• Performs sales, use, and occupancy tax research and monitors compliance in multiple states.
• Monitors taxes and tax rates in specific states; coordinates rate changes for DI Supply and within hotel PMS systems to ensure proper and accurate tax collection from hotel patrons.
• Coordinates necessary tax registrations for new Drury hotel locations / legal entities.
• Assists in preparation for state/local tax audits; works with any state /local tax agency personnel during the course of such audits up through and including assessment resolution.
• Coordinates and performs tax-related internal audits (reviews) in areas including, but not limited to, utilities, accounts payable invoices, tax exemption compliance (at hotel level), liquor purchases, and other areas that may be requested by management.
• Trains and assists hotel management in tax exemption best practices.
• Assists hotel management with any business tax-related questions or issues.
• Provides assistance to various departments and assist with special projects that may be required from time to time.

General Knowledge, Skill, and Ability:

Requires the ability to relate to the public and co-workers in a warm, friendly manner, contributing to a hospitable environment. Requires the ability to give attention to detail and to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and efficiently. Requires a thorough knowledge of Company policies and procedures related to job responsibilities. Requires the ability to maintain effective working relationships with vendors and service providers. Must have the ability to work efficiently and independently.

Education and/or Experience:

• A high school diploma or equivalent with some college or technical school coursework is preferred and minimum of three (3) years of job-related experience.
• Sales tax experience preferred.
• Workday experience preferred.
• Advanced Excel knowledge preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Proficiency in or knowledge of a variety of computer software applications, including Microsoft Office. Must have the ability to do data entry with efficiency and accuracy.
• May require a minimum of one-week dedicated training at a selected hotel to learn all aspects of the property management system.
• High interpersonal skills to handle and maintain sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• Keen attention to detail in drafting and proofing materials, establishing priorities, and meeting deadlines.
• Articulate and persuasive communicator.

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