Essity · 2 days ago
Tax Specialist
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expEssity is a global leader in health and hygiene, committed to innovative solutions for well-being. They are seeking an experienced Tax Specialist to manage tax activities, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations while contributing to financial accuracy and value-added services for the organization.
Consumer GoodsHealth CarePersonal HealthWellness
Responsibilities
Proficient in tax accounting and knowledge of quarterly close processes utilizing technology in the preparation of the quarter and annual tax provision and working with external auditors
Preparing and submitting local, state and federal tax returns and other direct or indirect tax related business filings in US and Canada
Analyzing complex transactions to ensure appropriate tax treatment
Coordinate and deliver information when tax audits, inquiries and notices from tax authorities
Performing technical tax research and stay updated with changes in tax laws and regulations in US & Canada and proactively identify potential risks or opportunities for the organization
Preparation and understanding of local Transfer Pricing reports for US and Canada
Maintain documentation and supporting records related to tax filings, provisions and other tax-related activities
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in accounting or taxation, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in tax, preferably in a corporate or public accounting environment
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
Strong technology skills; advanced excel user and other data analytics tools, Alteryx, Power BI, etc
Proficient in tax accounting and knowledge of quarterly close processes utilizing technology in the preparation of the quarter and annual tax provision and working with external auditors
Preparing and submitting local, state and federal tax returns and other direct or indirect tax related business filings in US and Canada
Analyzing complex transactions to ensure appropriate tax treatment
Coordinate and deliver information when tax audits, inquiries and notices from tax authorities
Performing technical tax research and stay updated with changes in tax laws and regulations in US & Canada and proactively identify potential risks or opportunities for the organization
Preparation and understanding of local Transfer Pricing reports for US and Canada
Maintain documentation and supporting records related to tax filings, provisions and other tax-related activities
Preferred
Professional qualification of Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred or/and Masters in Tax
Experience working with SAP and experience working with tax software such as Longview, Vertex or similar is a plus
Benefits
United Healthcare PPO / EyeMed Vision Insurance / Delta Dental Insurance
Wellness program provided through Rally
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match and annual employer base contribution
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program
PTO offering with Paid Holidays
Company
Essity
Essity is a health and hygiene company that develops, produces, and sells personal care products and solutions.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.19BKey Investors
IndustrivaerdenEuropean Investment Bank
2025-01-24Post Ipo Equity· $17.63M
2022-09-14Post Ipo Debt· $499.1M
2021-12-10Post Ipo Debt· $339.56M
Leadership Team
Ulrika Kolsrud
President and CEO
Gerard Guinane
VP IT Strategy and Business Technology
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