Tax Manager - Irving - Darling International

Description

Company Details

Darling Ingredients repurposes and recycles materials from the animal agriculture and food industries - transforming them into essential ingredients that do everything from feeding animals to fertilizing crops to fueling planes and nourishing people. We're the number one publicly traded company of our kind, operating a global family of brands and businesses that span more than 260 facilities in over 15 countries. Our unique scale allows us to make entire industries less wasteful and more sustainable, helping move the world toward a more circular economy.

Darling Ingredients offers full time employees a full suite of benefits including but not limited to the following: 401(k), Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, and Paid Time Off.

Job Summary

Darling is seeking a Tax Manager to join the corporate Tax Department at its world headquarters. This critical department provides tax compliance, accounting guidance and strategic tax planning for all businesses. We offer an intellectually challenging environment while striving to provide a positive work-life balance. The Tax Manager will focus on domestic (federal and state) income tax matters and will work closely with a team of dedicated tax professionals.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Assists with preparation/review of the consolidated US federal income tax return and US federal proforma income tax returns.
• Prepares/reviews state and local income and franchise tax returns.
• Prepares/reviews estimated federal, state and local tax payments/vouchers, return extensions and additional tax compliance filings.
• Prepares/reviews annual tax package requests.
• Prepares/reviews state and local apportionment and related analysis.
• Responds to state tax notices.
• Assists with state tax audits.
• Assists with the quarterly and year-end income tax provision.
• Performs difficult research assignments and participates in special tax projects.
• Updates and reviews the Company's "Tax Calendar" to ensure timely filing of all items.
• Keeps abreast of current tax laws, regulations and practices.
• Assists with ongoing process improvement initiatives.
• Performs ad hoc projects as needed.
• Ensures the team meets internal and external deadlines.
• Mentors and develops team members providing guidance and training.
• Updates, maintains and creates Microsoft Excel files with advanced level functions/formulas.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting with CPA (active license) or Master's degree in taxation.
• Eight years' business income tax experience must include:
  • Strong project management skills.
  • Strong leadership, interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state and local income tax laws and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in ERP and financial accounting systems.
• Working knowledge in OneSource or similar income tax preparation software.
• Software experience with Alteryx and BNA Fixed Assets.
• Proven ability to implement various tax initiatives.
• Energetic and high sense of urgency while working on projects.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and business stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment demonstrating strong judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills while maintaining attention to details.

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Darling Ingredients.

Darling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Know Your Rights: If you would like more information, please click on the link and paste into your browser:

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment factors described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the main duties of this job.

Working Environment

None

Occasionally = up to 20%

Frequently = 21% to 50%

Constantly = at least 51%

Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environments such as high noise level, strong odors, and/or exposure to heat and cold

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Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations

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Exposed to Electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock

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Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment

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Travels to offsite locations

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Physical Demands

None

Occasionally = up to 20%

Frequently = 21% to 50%

Constantly = at least 51%

Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position.

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Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location.

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Use hands to finger, handle or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery.

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Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to position one's self to maintain computers in the lab, including under desks and in the server closet.

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Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder.

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Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to; effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions.

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Weight and Force Demands

None

Occasionally = up to 20%

Frequently = 21% to 50%

Constantly = at least 51%

Up to 10 pounds

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Up to 25 pounds

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Up to 50 pounds

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Up to 100 pounds

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More than 100 pounds

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Vision Demands

Required

No special vision requirements

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Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

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Distance vision (Clear vision at 20 feet or more)

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Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

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Peripheral vision

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Depth perception

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Ability to adjust focus

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