Tax Director jobs in Modesto, CA

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Benefits include:

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Wellness Program
• Learning and Development
• Generous parental and family leave
• Generous paid holidays
• Generous 401k plan with company match
• Discounted fuel

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Location: 100 N. Broadway Suite 3100 Oklahoma City, OK / 601 McHenry Ave, Modesto, CA, 95350

Department: Taxation

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer

FLSA Status: Full Time Exempt, In-Office position

Base Rate: $105,000-$150,000 annually (Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skillset, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons)

JOB SUMMARY:

A Tax Director who directs and oversees the Company tax policies, objectives, and all tax-related activities. The Director will manage the tax department and work with internal business units and external taxing authorities to ensure compliance and accurate filings. The Director will train and develop staff. Prior Business Management experience strongly desired.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Mentor, supervise and train tax staff on preparation of tax returns.
• Maintain knowledge of multi-state and federal tax laws.
• Maintain knowledge of tax software Avalara and accounting standards.
• Manage department workflow and delegate work as necessary during critical tax deadlines and year-end closeout process.
• Create a comprehensive tax compliance calendar and reporting cadence.
• Provide guidance to tax staff and organization as to timing and requirements needed for tax compliance.
• Ensure enterprise system (PDI) customer/vendor tax set-ups are accurate and appropriate by state.
• Collaborate with Sales, Fuel Supply, and Logistics teams to provide timely and accurate guidance for transactions when moving into new or existing markets/states.
• Work closely with business management teams to compile necessary information for timely preparation of tax returns.
• Ensure all licenses related to tax compliance are properly maintained.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with state taxing authorities.
• Extract data and write reports from the enterprise or tax software as needed.
• Other non-fuel tax compliance requirements (e.g., sales & use taxes, property taxes, mill taxes, etc. (does not include income tax reporting or strategy).
• Create and implement strategic tax plans to minimize tax obligations while staying abreast or researching federal and state tax issues.
• Assist in various other tax matters as needed, including ongoing review of tax procedures to streamline processes and minimize risk.
• Provide ad-hoc tax analyses and other special projects as needed.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• 7-10 years of experience in accounting and taxation
• In depth knowledge of tax concepts and regulations related to Motor Fuel Tax, C corps, S corps, partnerships, and trusts.
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to thrive in a team environment.
• Experience in Business Management – strongly desired

EDUCATION DESIRED:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting (or related business field)
• Master’s Degree in Taxation – preferred
• Active CPA license – preferred

TESTING REQUIREMENTS:

• Candidates will participate in assessments that are specific to position skillset needs.
• Culture Index Survey

GENERAL INFORMATION

Benefits include medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, Allstate supplemental plans, Life insurance with buy up option, vacation accrual and paid holidays. Additional benefits include 401k participation after 1 year of employment (provided minimum hours worked and minimum age requirements are met).

If you thrive on hard work and are interested in working for a company that will reward your exceptional talents, please send your resume to ComeCruise@boyett.net apply on our website www.boyett.net. Please reference the position title.