Overview:
Our investment in the future needs those with an eye on the bottom line, and our Financial organization plays a vital role in supporting our game-changing ideas with creative solutions to complex problems. Team members have the unique opportunity to explore diverse business lines, gaining hands-on experience in various facets of finance, including accounting, audit and supply chain management.
Responsibilities:
* Manage and review the preparation of complex state income and franchise tax returns, including consolidated, combined, and separate filings across multiple jurisdictions
* Oversee the calculation, review, and reconciliation of multistate apportionment factors and ensure consistency with financial and legal reporting
* Supervise the preparation and timely payment of state estimated tax payments and extensions, ensuring compliance with all jurisdictional requirements
* Lead the response to state income tax audits, notices, and controversies, including coordination of data requests, audit strategy, and resolution efforts
* Manage and review the state income tax piece of the provision process in accordance with ASC 740, including deferred tax analysis, and rate reconciliations
* Manage state tax planning strategies to optimize the company's tax position and manage risk
* Partner with external tax advisors and internal stakeholders (accounting, finance, legal) to address complex transactions, restructurings, and tax issues
* Mentor, coach, and provide technical training to staff-level team members, fostering professional development and team performance
* Develop and implement processes and controls to improve the accuracy, efficiency, and documentation of state tax compliance and reporting
* Monitor and interpret state tax legislation, judicial decisions, and regulatory guidance to evaluate potential impacts on the company
* Maintain oversight of state tax records, compliance calendars, and audit documentation to ensure readiness for internal and external review
* Support special projects, including M&A activity, business expansions, and system implementations, from a state income tax perspective
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA certification or Master's in Taxation preferred
* 6+ years of progressive experience in state and local income/franchise tax, including significant experience in a corporate tax department or public accounting firm
* Expert-level understanding of multistate income and franchise tax laws, concepts, and compliance.
* Extensive experience managing and reviewing the preparation of complex state income/franchise tax returns across diverse jurisdictions.
* Experience managing a team of 2-4 tax accountants.
* Proven proficiency with ASC 740, including the preparation and review of state tax provision components and deferred tax calculations.
* Adept at tax research, skillfully interpreting and applying state tax laws using CCH, BNA, and RIA, and effectively communicating findings.
* Demonstrated leadership, with a track record of supervising and mentoring tax staff to foster professional growth.
* Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for managing and interpreting large tax datasets; Alteryx experience is a plus.
* Systems: CORPTax experience preferred, Alteryx experience is a plus
* Exceptional project management and organizational skills, thriving in fast-paced environments with competing priorities.
* Flexibility to work additional hours during critical deadlines or high-volume periods as needed
Visa sponsorship is not available for this role
Candidates must be willing to participate in at least one in-person on-site interview.
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