Job Overview The Tax Associate will be responsible for supporting tasks related to federal, state, and local planning initiatives and audits. You will play a key role in researching and analyzing tax items. Further, in this role, you will also assist with federal, state, and local compliance. Job Responsibilities + Responsible for Sales and Use Tax Compliance; including monthly accounts payable invoice review, sales and use return filing/payment scheduling and understanding manufacturing exemptions. + Assist with reporting of current credits and incentives programs and the research of new opportunities. + Maintain current knowledge of relevant tax legislation, at the federal, state and local levels + Complete tax research requested by manager or management team, as needed. + Responsible for Tax Basis Fixed Asset Maintenance + Support State Income Tax Process; including calculating apportionment and understanding other compliance related knowledge + Responsible for company’s Payroll Tax Process; Research various payroll tax issues, Form 941 payroll tax compliance and Form 940 unemployment tax compliance + Responsible for Form 1099 Process, including annual IRS filing, mailing forms and completing vendor review. + Responsible for various Excise and Use Tax Returns - Form 2290, Form 720, etc. + Responsible for filing Form 5500 Annual Return/Report of Employee Benefit Plan + Assist with US Census Reporting + Responsible for Annual Business Registration Filings for all company locations. + Support any tax related audits. + Support Tax Accounting Manager with other tasks as needed. + Recommend improvements, adaptations, or revisions in the tax accounting system and procedures. + Effectively communicate with management and external departments. + Assist with additional federal and state tax projects as needed + Assists with tax planning and compliance-related projects + All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectations of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies, and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program. + Other duties as assigned by the manager. Required Education and Experience + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. + 1-3 years of accounting experience + Problem solving skills. + Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. + Strong communication, presentation, and team skills. + Excellent organizational and time management skills. + Self-motivated with a high level of initiative, able to work well independently. + Must be legally authorized to work for a company in the U.S. without sponsorship both now and in the future. Preferred Education and Experience + Master’s degree in Management, Accounting or Finance + SAP experience. + Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is preferred. Working Conditions • Work is mainly performed in an office setting, with some time spent in a manufacturing environment • Occasional exposure to industrial operations including: temperature extremes from approximately 35ºF to 100ºF; noise levels in excess of 85 dB; moisture and moving machinery. EEOC & Disclaimer Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.