This position has been segmented as Hybrid meaning there is a combination of three onsite days per week and the rest remote.
Responsibilities:
Lead/manage the preparation and review of federal and state income and franchise tax returns, estimated payments, and extensions; 47 states; 195 returns per year at the state and local level; 1 federal consolidated return (this responsibility is 85% of the position and requires the most technical skill related to taxation)
Assist with the identification, implementation, and reporting of federal and state tax planning initiatives
Assist with the preparation and review of inputs into the interim and year-end tax accounting process
Assist with the gathering of information in response to document requests from taxing authorities
Other duties as assigned by manager
Qualifications:
Education/Training:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related analytical field required (or related experience). MA/MBA preferred
Job relevant certifications preferred (e.g. CPA)
Related Experience/Requirements:
6 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting; including experience in a public company or public accounting firm
Federal and state income tax compliance experience.
At least 1 year of people leadership (supervisor/manager) experience preferred
Advanced skills using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
Experience with research tools used to perform tax research and reinforce understanding of tax law and tax compliance
Experience with Corptax compliance and tax accounting software
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Prioritization/Organization/Multi-tasking - Able to organize their own work and deadlines, as well as manage the work of others
Attention to Detail - Regularly provides work that is accurate, thorough and consistent
Reviews work of others for accuracy and provides actionable feedback
Communications - Strong Verbal & Written communications. Communicating to a variety of audiences
Analytical - Strong analytical skills. Analyzes complex information
Problem Solving - Is able to make accurate decisions and solve problems, many of which are complex, with little direction
Independent Thinking - Works independently on assignments. Brings forward ideas for improvement
Team Participation - Collaborates well with team members and other work associates.
Will lead the team and others
Interpersonal - Has strong working relationships with others. Able to manage interactions with all levels of the organization
People Leadership – Assigns and oversees work of team members. Provides coaching and feedback to grow team members. Is a positive role model by setting examples for integrity, fairness and respect
Systems/Processes - Strong working knowledge of IT, integration into the business, and works to make processes more effective and efficient
This role will also receive an annual incentive plan bonus.
?Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.