Director, Tax Job in Parsippany 07054, New Jersey US
Millions of times a day in more than 85% of American households, consumers reach for Pinnacle Foods brands. We are a leading producer, marketer and distributor of high-quality branded food products, which have been trusted household names for decades. Headquartered in Parsippany, NJ, our business employs more than 4,500 people in North America. We are a leader in the shelf stable and frozen foods segments and our brands hold the #1 or #2 market position in 8 out of 12 major category segments in which they compete. Our Duncan Hines Grocery Division manages brands such as Duncan Hines® baking mixes and frostings, Vlasic® pickles, peppers, and relish, Mrs. Butterworth’s® and Log Cabin® syrups, Armour® canned meats, Nalley® and Brooks® chili and chili ingredients, and Open Pit® barbecue sauces. Our Birds Eye Frozen Division manages brands such as Birds Eye®, Birds Eye Steam fresh®, CW®, McKenzie’s®, and Fresh like® vegetables, Birds Eye Voila!® meals, Aunt Jemima® frozen breakfasts, Swanson® and Hungry-Man® dinners and entrees, Van de Kamp’s® and Mrs. Paul’s® seafood, Lender’s® bagels and Celeste® frozen pizza. Our Specialty Foods Division manages Tim’s Cascade Snacks®, Hawaiian™ Kettle Style Potato Chips, Snyder of Berlin® and Husman’s® in addition to our food service and private label businesses.
SCOPE OF POSITION:
The Tax Director’s primary emphasis will be full responsibility for managing and recording of the Company’s quarterly and annual income tax provision in compliance with the authoritative guidance. The position will be responsible for tax disclosures and managing the relationship and audit of the income tax provision by external auditors.
The Tax Director will also conduct Federal and State research and planning activities including such areas as assessing the impact of new legislation, business restructuring or reorganizations, accounting methods or pronouncements. The Tax Director will also participate in strategic planning and forecasting.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Includes the following core duties and responsibilities; other responsibilities may be assigned.
Ensure that the company’s quarterly and annual income tax provisions are timely and accurately prepared in accordance with GAAP/ ASC 740, SEC requirements, and other authoritative guidance related to accounting for income taxes.
Develop and coordinate implementation of Sarbanes-Oxley documentation, departmental policies, procedures and processes principally related to accounting for income taxes to minimize risk.
Implement and maintain One Source Tax Provision software, and develop a tax sensitized general ledger with the assistance of the Controller’s group.
Maintain technical expertise in ASC 740 and related guidance, develop staff with knowledge of the same, and clearly and effectively communicate results and recommendations to management.
Fully manage quarterly review of income tax provision and the annual audit with external auditors.
Review transfer-pricing documentation and requisite corporate policies and assist in ensuring that Company personnel coordinate policies with operations.
Conduct research and technical tax reviews of Federal and State tax matters, provide recommendations and assist in planning activities.
Manage Federal and State income tax audits effectively.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Comprehensive knowledge and technical expertise of authoritative guidance for accounting for income taxes, and strong knowledge federal and state corporate income tax laws.
Competent in utilizing standard business, tax, and accounting software applications. Proficient with One Source Tax Provision software, or similar.
Requires technical tax and management accounting knowledge, as well as general business operations knowledge. Related industry experience with manufacturing or consumer products industry a plus.
Experience with multistate income tax compliance and planning, including review and analysis of state nexus issues, combined reporting and limitations on utilization of net operating losses.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to exercise independent judgment in the application of tax laws to effectively minimize liabilities, risks and exposures.
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s Degree and CPA. Master’s of Taxation degree preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
Experienced in the research, interpretation and application of ASC 740 and related guidance.
Managed audits of income tax provision of SEC Registrant Company financial statements; or prior experience with SEC Registrant Company with primary job responsibility for managing external financial statement audits.
8-15 years tax experience in public/private accounting.
Knowledge of Federal, State and International corporate tax matters, including strong knowledge of federal and state limitations on utilization of net operating losses.
SKILLS/PROFICIENCIES:
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Effective at managing, training, mentoring and developing staff.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, and One Source Tax Provision Software.
Highly efficient, organized, reliable and resourceful professional with practical experience and understanding of processes.
Ability to work independently, multi-task and prioritize in a fast paced environment.
Experience in strategic planning, execution and managing external relationships.
Strong analytical skills.
Pinnacle Foods Group LLC, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All openings will be filled based on the qualifications without regard to race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, sponsor, marital status, disability, or status as a disabled veteran or as a veteran of the Vietnam Era. All applicants are invited to complete the Affirmative Action Supplement.