WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Create and manage tax calendar for all tax filings and work streams
• Complete and track compliance for various tax filings and manage tax audits in a timely manner
• Business tax for CRV (Cash Redemption Value) in various state and foreign provinces
• Federal and State Income/Franchise/Excise Taxes
• Canadian GST/HST/QST Filings
• Annual Report Filings
• Sugar Tax Filings
• Monthly and Quarterly Sales and Use Tax
• Property Tax Filings (and related fixed asset records)
• Annual tax provision and returns – federal, state and foreign
• Coordinate federal, state and foreign tax provision and return workstreams with 3rd party providers
• Gather requested information for tax provisions/returns for 3rd party providers AND review final output
• Ensure tax returns are filed on a timely basis (as well as any payments due)
• Compute return to provision for federal, state and foreign
• Write tax memos (summary tax provision, uncertain tax position, valuation allowance and indefinite reinvestment assertion)
• Review income tax footnote for financial statements that 3rd party provider prepares
• Research tax issues and implement new authoritative tax guidance in conjunction with 3rd party tax providers
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations
• Provide guidance to management for tax matters
• Research available tax credits and make recommendations to minimize tax liabilities (ie R&D tax credit)
• Coordinate and review transfer pricing studies as needed
• Provide current period activity to 3rd party providers for tax fixed asset and intangible records in order to compute depreciation/amortization in accordance with all applicable tax regulations
• Perform monthly tax account reconciliations and rollforwards
• Reconcile and roll forward tax payable/receivable and deferred tax accounts each month on a timely basis
• Track federal, state and foreign tax payments made
• Coordinate and review the preparation of monthly tax journal entries and meeting close deadlines while ensuring the financial information is accurate and accounted for according to GAAP and IRS guidelines
• Ensure that tax invoices / refunds are properly coded and recorded on a timely basis
• Manage Canada border services agency process
• Track and manage unclaimed property
• Other
• Participate in the design in testing of new systems, automated processes, and reporting tools
• Assist in preparation of annual census, various budgets, and insurance renewal documentation
• Complete special projects and requests, as assigned
• Assist management in identifying opportunities to streamline or implement new procedures to increase timeliness, efficiency, and improve the accuracy of financial records and reporting.
• Participate and create controls as required for SOX

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business
• 7+ years progressive tax accounting experience
• Current US Tax Code knowledge
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially in Excel and Adobe
• Experience managing 3rd party tax and accounting firms

ADDITIONAL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• The successful candidate will have the skills to thrive in a high change, growth company environment
• Excellent critical thinking, oral and written communications, and decision-making skills
• Ability to effectively interact cross functionally to ensure issues when they arise are properly solved
• Ability to anticipate and identify issues, perform research and recommend appropriate treatment
• Ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, and proactively resolve issues
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Able to work independently
• Self-starter and innovative thinker
• Excellent conflict resolution skills, diplomacy, and tact
• Detail oriented

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge or Exposure of Canadian Tax Codes
• Proficiency in Hyperion Essbase
• Working knowledge of JD Edwards ERP System

THE ROLE:

• This position will report to the: Tax Manager
• Travel Requirement: No
• Location: Remote
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Employment Category: Full Time Regular
• Pay Range: $100k - $160k
  Generous Brands is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands, Bolthouse Farms, Evolution Fresh and our joint venture with Sambazon. Bolthouse Farms is the preeminent provider of chilled juice, smoothies, and protein drinks. Evolution Fresh - is the premier, cold-pressed juice brand and maker of the new Real Fruit Soda. Through our integrated partnership with Sambazon we produce and sell their high-quality Açaí beverages.
  Formerly known as Bolthouse Farms – Generous Brands was born out of the independence from its carrot operations and is poised to be the “World’s Largest Beverage Start-Up.”
  Currently we have 1000 employees located across the country at our hubs/facilities in Bakersfield, CA, Rancho Cucamonga, CA & Chicago, IL.
  You can connect with our brands on their socials - Bolthouse Farms (LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok ) and Evolution Fresh (LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok).

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

The Tax Manager plays an integral role in the Accounting Department reporting to the Corporate Controller. This role is responsible for all aspects of the tax function, including tax compliance, researching tax issues, ensuring legal compliance, and establishing best practices and processes within the organization. This role is heavily focused on the actual preparation and filing of business tax returns and the coordination/review of the annual tax provision and returns prepared by 3rd party tax providers.