Tax Manager

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Dawn Foods is a global leader in bakery manufacturing and ingredients distribution. As the partner of choice for inspiring bakery success, we helpcustomers grow their business through meaningful partnerships, research-driven insights and innovations, and products and expertise they can depend on. As a family-owned company, our commitments to our people, products, customers, and corporate values, are all part of our recipe for success.

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Why work for Dawn Foods?

PEOPLE. PRODUCTS. CUSTOMERS.

Why should you apply? We invest in you!

• Industry-leading health insurance on Day 1!
• Competitive Pay
• 401(K) + company match
• 10 Paid Company Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Professional training
• Family-owned business with over 100 years in service
• An opportunity for career advancement, working as part of an empowering workforce.

Job Purpose and Overview

Manages Tax Dept staff and processes within Dawn required for compliance with applicable U.S. federal and state tax laws at national, regional, and local levels. Supports the Tax Director in implementing identified tax strategies and reducing tax expenses as appropriate.

Shift Schedule:Standard 40-hour work week is 8:00 - 5:00, Monday-Friday

Remote/Hybrid Work Eligibility & Travel Requirements: This is a Hybrid work schedule, working 2 days a week out of our Jackson, MI office, limited travel required.

Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance is available.

What will you do as a Tax Manager at Dawn Foods?

Supervises, trains, and develops Tax Department staff performing the following:

• Preparation of federal, state, and local income tax returns, supporting schedules, and documentation.
• Preparation of federal, state, and local income tax estimated payments and tax return extensions.
• Preparation of documents computing U.S. income tax provision and audited financial tax footnote disclosures.
• Preparation of personal property tax returns and processing of real and personal property tax payments.
• Preparation of annual reports, business licenses, government surveys, and miscellaneous tax returns.
• Reconciliations of various tax accounts within the general ledger.
• Performs and reviews tax research.
• Identifies tax risks, tax savings, and tax process improvements.
• Teams with various departments within Dawn and external tax consultants to implement identified tax strategies, reduce tax expenses, and improve tax compliance processes.
• Primary contact for federal, state, and local audits of all tax types.
• Advises Dawn management on relevant tax issues.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Demonstrates the "Dawn Values" of Team Dawn and supports the Circle of Excellence

What Does It Take to be a Tax Manager at Dawn Foods?

Minimum Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• A minimum of 6 - 8 years of multi-state tax experience with direct experience in public accounting or a Tax Department in industry.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, time management skills, and organization skills.
• Ability to provide strong attention to detail and accuracy of work.
• Good multi-tasking ability to work within required time frames or due dates.
• Ability to supervise, train, and develop tax staff effectively, reviewing work performed and providing necessary guidance and coaching.
• Strong knowledge of tax and accounting principles and procedures.
• Proficiency with internet tax research services, income tax software, and property tax software.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and knowledge of SAP and SharePoint.
• Positive attitude and strong teaming skills, both as a team leader and as a team member.
• Advance certification preferred - CPA.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Work remotely or in a normal office environment.
• Occasional travel may be required to Dawn manufacturing plants and Dawn distribution centers.

Note:The level of physical effort may vary from site to site and in some cases may be greater or less than documented here.

If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click "Apply."

About Our Benefits

Dawn is proud to employ the top talent in the baking industry, and we reward our people with comprehensive health and well-being coverage, competitive compensation packages, and award-winning benefit offerings. We also help protect your future financial health with a generous 401(k) matching program that provides additional retirement funds and many tools and resources on financial wellness. Dawn encourages professional growth through tuition assistance and educational programs, and we are always searching for ways to improve our industry-leading services and benefits.

Compensation Range:

$105,210- $173,590 with bonus incentive.

#LI-JA1 #LI-Hybrid

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An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other status or condition that is protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID: 37072