Indirect Tax Accountant Ii

Company:

US6469 Sysco Payroll, Division of Sysco Resources Services, LLC

Zip Code:

77077

Employment Type:

Full Time

Travel Percentage:

0

Compensation Range:

$68,000.00 - $102,100.00

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors.

You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com

SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE:

Responsible for senior level Indirect Tax account processes including reconciliations, data analyses, and the proposal and implementation of solutions. Ensures compliance with Sysco policies and accounting standards. Monitors the financial records for Indirect tax to support Tax, Finance, Accounting and other Corporate areas. Functions as SME for Indirect Tax general ledger variance analysis.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs general ledger account reconciliations and variance analysis for Indirect Tax accounts and returns, meeting all internal deadlines.
• Prepares and processes tax journal entries and intercompany chargebacks.
• Manages data requests, runs reports, adjusts, analyzes, and validates large, complex data sets for tax account and return compliance.
• Advises on and resolves escalated tax account and return issues or concerns.
• Maintains timely and accurate account information, records, and other required reports.
• Reviews, develops, and implements systemic improvements to reporting tools for the Company's tax accounting, compliance, and exam processes.
• Recommends and supports initiatives, including with design, implementation, and support of accounting workflows that are GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley compliant.
• Performs tax research using sources such as state and local tax Statutes, Regulations, Code/Administrative Authority and reputable tax research organizations or external counsel.
• Communicates regularly with external customers, government authorities and other departments and facilities throughout the company and provides detailed, comprehensive responsives to complex tax account and return inquiries.
• Supports tax audit and compliance issue resolution and data gathering.
• Documents processes to update/create training materials and participates in the training of Company finance, operations and other personnel on Indirect Tax data and accounting matters.
• Develops an in-depth knowledge of the Company and its industry to identify issues and value-add service opportunities.
• Assists in the facilitation and implementation of Indirect Tax planning opportunities.
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
• Duties as assigned.

KEY INTERNAL/EXTERNAL CONTACTS:

• Tax Managers, Leads
• Tax Director
• Finance and BT
• Operating company CFO’s
• External Service Providers

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with at least 24 hours in accounting or an equivalent combination of education and accounting/ tax experience
• Advanced level of proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Access, Outlook)
• Excel level: Advanced vlookups, pivot tables, subtotals, complex formulas (i.e. Ifiserror, sumifs).

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of Accounting and Finance Experience
• Experienced in variance analysis and account reconciliations

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with ERP systems such as AS400 or Workday Financial Management
• Experience with Vertex or other transaction tax calculation systems

ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

• Financial Management
• Accounting Management and Cost Management
• Strong communication, analytical and research skills.
• Ability to perform high level analysis, interpret and evaluate precedents and data and recommend solutions to non-recurring problems.
• Works independently to research and resolve variances, aged items, and potential problems.
• Proves to be self-starter in decision making.
• Identifies problems/solutions regarding management needs, auditing, account structures, and accounting systems.
• Ability to collaborate and work across functions within Sysco.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

NOTICE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the environment and level of work being performed by this job. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only tasks to be performed by the employee in this job. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by his or her supervisor.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

OVERVIEW:

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.

03/29/2024