Sprague is passionate about delivering diverse products and programs that warm, power and move the world. We keep homes warm through Northeastern winters and hospitals cool through summer. We help small businesses focus on serving their communities, and our renewable fuels keep our country's infrastructure running. From importing wind energy components to deploying leading-edge solar technology to help power terminal facilities, we are committed to continually evolving to meet our customers' changing energy needs. Our Culture We recently surveyed our employees to ask them their favorite part of the job. They answered, "The people I work with." In addition to great coworkers, you'll enjoy perks like medical benefits and retirement contributions that start on your first day. Employees start with three weeks (15 days) of paid vacation time per year! Sprague also provides tuition reimbursement for any employee that would like to further their education. Sprague has adopted a casual business dress code where you can wear jeans to work! Do you like to get involved where you work? Is giving back important to you? It's important to us, too! Sprague donates back to the communities in which we live and work every year and provides opportunities for employees to support the charity of the week. In addition, Sprague offers paid volunteer time to allow employees to support charities which are meaningful to them. Sprague has a range of committees to support varying initiatives (Sustainability, Charitable, Scholarship, Innovation, FunForce, etc.). Sprague is a place that cares about its employees, its community, and about creating a place where people want to come to work every day. Plus, we have some great benefits! * 401(k) Traditional and Roth plans with employer match of 60% of the first 6% of the employee's contribution * Defined Contribution Plan with an automatic 5% contribution from Sprague * Paid Volunteer Time * Flexible Working Policy * Choice of high deductible and PPO Health Plans to fit your individual needs * Wellness Program We want to hear from you! Our Tax Staff Accountant is responsible for assisting the Manager, Product Tax with federal and state tax filings, and other tax related items and projects. You will gain exposure to a wide variety of tax matters including the timely and accurate review of federal and state indirect tax returns, assisting the Tax Team with special projects, and providing research support for the analysis of proposed and existing tax laws, regulations, and rulings. You will liaise with retained outside tax experts and third-party auditors. If you enjoy networking and collaboration, then this is the job for you! This opportunity is based in Portsmouth, NH. Do you like to solve problems and consider yourself forward thinking? If you are looking for a place to challenge yourself, then Sprague is your place. Sprague employees are dedicated and driven. We work best as a team, knowing that collaboration leads to innovation and the best customer experience. We are looking for hardworking colleagues to join us and help us stay at the forefront of the energy industry, which is where we've been for the last 150 years. Qualified candidates for this role will have the following: * Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance * Ability to prioritize assignments and manage workload within statutory and internal deadlines * Strong computer literacy including proficiency with MS Excel * Understanding of federal and state taxes as well as tax online tax research * Ability to use pertinent data and facts to identify and solve a range of problems within area of expertise * Excellent organizational and verbal/written communication skills * Ability to prioritize and organize own work to meet deadlines * Team player coupled with the ability to work independently * A drive for process improvement and innovation Who we are: Sprague takes a collaborative, customer-centric approach to providing best-in-class energy products and related services throughout the Northeast. Founded in 1870, we pride ourselves on offering customers the expert solutions and high-quality service that help their businesses thrive in any market landscape. Sprague values innovation, safety, integrity and people. We know that our people are what set us apart from our competition, and we work hard to make sure each employee across our 20+ locations knows how important they are to our community. Come join us to learn why we are consistently celebrating 20-, 30-, and even 40-year anniversaries here at Sprague! Sprague is an EEO/AA Employer. We strongly encourage minorities, females, Vets and individuals with disabilities to apply. As a federal contractor we adhere to OFCCP employment regulations. Click here for OFCCP compliance information