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Fresh Mark Inc. · 1 day ago

Tax Controller

Massillon, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Fresh Mark Inc. is looking for an experienced Tax Accountant to join their team as a Tax Controller, a newly created position aimed at strengthening the company's financial leadership. This role involves overseeing all aspects of tax planning, reporting, compliance, and audit management while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to enhance the company's tax function.

AgricultureFood and Beverage

Responsibilities

Federal, State Income and Franchise Tax Compliance: Oversee the accurate and timely preparation and filing of various corporate tax returns (federal Form 1120 S and IC DISC, state income, state franchise, and state composite returns, and local income tax returns). Work closely with outsourced tax return preparer to ensure information requests are timely supplied and participate in the tax return preparation process

Federal, State and Local Indirect Tax Compliance: Work with internal company controllers to oversee the accurate and timely preparation and filing of indirect tax returns (excise, property tax, gross receipts, sales and use, other)

Tax Planning and Strategy: Develop and implement effective tax planning strategies to minimize tax liabilities and maximize financial benefits for the company. Work with internal company personnel regarding the tax life assigned to capital expenditures and forecast future tax depreciation deductions

Nexus and PTE Review. Evaluate company operating activities for state nexus purposes. For states where returns are required, evaluate the benefits of Pass-Through Entity tax election and implement where applicable

Research and Analysis: Conduct thorough tax research on tax issues, interpret tax laws and regulations, and analyze their implications

Income Tax Accounting: Prepare annual income tax provisions for review by external auditors

Client and Stakeholder Management: Maintain strong relationships with company executive leadership, providing tax advice, and responding to inquiries. Communicate effectively with all stakeholders

Tax Notices and Audit Support: Prepare responses to tax notices received from governmental agencies. Represent the company during tax audits by government agencies (IRS, state, etc.), coordinating documentation and responses

Team Leadership and Development: Engage and mentor the company for non-tax professionals regarding tax matters related to their areas of responsibility

Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities to streamline and improve tax processes and procedures

Basis Updates-Maintain basis of company stock for all company shareholders

Staying Updated: Keep abreast of changes in tax laws, regulations, and industry best practices to ensure compliance and provide up-to-date advice

Qualification

Tax laws knowledgeTax preparation softwareTax management experienceMicrosoft Office SuiteAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsLeadership abilitiesAttention to detailOrganizational skills