Sr Tax Analyst at Top Echelon Software

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe Senior Tax Analyst is responsible for accurate accounting reporting and administration of equity and membership management as well as the timely filing and payment of sales and use income and other required tax returns. This includes equity reconciliations manages member on-boarding fee accounting and terminations calculates patronage and share balances inclusive of reversion and unclaimed property data governance.ACTIVITIES INVOVLEDPrimary owner of income sales excise and use tax compliance to meet filing guidelines and deadlinesGathers applicable information from the business to support tax calculations including R&D tax credit and reviews data for completeness and accuracyPartner with external tax advisors on quarterly income tax estimates and paymentsEstablishes and implements a use tax processResearch tax laws grants and tax credits to provide recommendations on current capital projects business initiatives and identify opportunities for tax savingsIdentify devise plan and execute tax strategies research potential tax issues and analyze business impact of tax provisions and tax law changes.Maintains tax compliance calendarPrepare and review tax and equity related journal entries in support of a month end period closeManages escheatment process with the states through Company softwareProvide accurate accounting reporting and administration of equity and membershipPerform account reconciliations and roll forwards of relevant accountsResearch prepare and correspond to federal state or local government examinations notices and auditsSupport activities that lead to an unqualified audit opinion for the Companys annual external audit Manage capitalized fixed assets and depreciation process partnering with operations facilities engineering and other departments to be the finance partner on capital projectsManage sales tax compliance initiatives including external tax software relationship for sales taxManage tax certification exemptionsManage excise tax complianceWork with internal departments and external resources to improve efficiencyParticipate in various special projects as assignedAlways works safely follows safety rules and policies and participates in scheduled trainingStrives to reduce waste recycle products whenever possible and re-use resources when practicalReports injuries and near misses promptly and in required detailed format; proposes corrective actionOther duties as assignedSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESThis job has one direct reportQUALIFICATIONSAbility to research compile analyze and interpret data and reconcile complex accountsKnowledge of GAAP accounting processesExperience using an ERP or mainframe accounting systemsExperience using Microsoft software proficiency at intermediate to advanced ExcelSelf-starter with strong sense of urgency and limited day-to-day directionAbility to multi-task remain organized and prioritize work while meeting deadlinesAttentive to detail and accuracy. Ability to problem solve and apply judgmentTeam player willing to periodically perform additional functions and/or work longer hours during certain times during the yearFamiliarity with debits/credit statements of equity balance sheet reconciliations and understand the concept of chart of accounts GL structure and cost centers Intermediate knowledge of income sales and use tax regulations Actively manages professional relationships internally and externally to ensure mutual respect and cooperation Perform each essential duty satisfactorily.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEBachelors Degree (B.A.) in accounting or a related field; 3-5 years of accounting experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience in moderately complex manufacturing environment. Preferred experience in cooperative structure. Preferred CPA but not required.LANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read and comprehend detailed instructions correspondence reports and memos. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with a variety of people and respond to basic questions in situations where common courtesy and tact are needed.Required Experience:Senior IC Key Skills Tax Experience,Accounting Software,GAAP,QuickBooks,Accounting,Sage,Account Reconciliation,Analysis Skills,Research Experience,SOX,Microsoft Excel,Financial Analysis Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1