State Income Tax - Manager

Greif offers a great working environment and the opportunity to make an immediate impact at a company where your ideas are always welcome.

Job Requisition #:
029058 State Income Tax - Manager (Open)

Job Description:

Greif is a leading supplier of industrial packaging products and services, growing from its beginnings in Cleveland, Ohio, to a global footprint across more than 30 countries and 200-plus locations.

OUR VISION:

Be the best performing customer service company in the world.

OUR PURPOSE:

We create packaging solutions for life’s essentials.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Corporate State Income Tax Manager to join our dynamic tax team.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for State & Local income tax compliance, planning and audits.

This role will also be expected to provide support, to other areas such as Tax Reporting and the related Accounting for Income Taxes (ASC 740).

 This role requires a deep understanding of state tax laws and regulations, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments.

The successful individual is very hands-on and is able to provide technical review, as well as prepare the returns if necessary.

This position offers excellent opportunity for leadership and career development for the tax professional.

Key Responsibilities


* State Income Tax Compliance
+ Ensure timely and accurate preparation and filing of multi-state consolidated, unitary and separate income tax returns.
+ Ensure timely and accurate preparation and filing of extensions and estimated payments.
+ Prepare supporting documentation and workpapers for relevant tax returns.
+ Work with other members of the tax department to coordinate completion of all required forms.
+ Respond to tax notices as necessary.



* Plan, Direct and execute tax accounting for primary area of subject matter expertise
+ Complete return-to-provision calculations and analysis for state returns
+ Ensure accuracy and timeliness of tax account rollforwards and reconciliations
+ Prepare current and deferred tax provision
+ Prepare rate reconciliation



* Tax planning



* Develop and implement state tax planning strategies to minimize tax liabilities and optimize tax positions.



* Audit Management
+ Manage state income tax audits, including responding to information requests, negotiating settlements, and minimizing audit adjustments.



* Research and analysis



* Conduct research on the implications of state tax laws; interpret state regulations; and apply to the Company’s facts


* Identify opportunities and risks, formulate conclusions, and recommend appropriate course of action


* Ensure all laws are complied with to minimize tax liability while achieving best tax result



* Financial Reporting



* Assist in the preparation of state income ta...