Bel, makers of iconic brands including Babybel, The Laughing Cow, Boursin, Kaukauna, Merkts, Price's and GoGo squeeZ, is a growing global company thatvalues your contributions, strives to create a sense of belonging for everyone andoffers career growth and development opportunities, as well ascompetitivetotal compensation and meaningful well-being benefits from day one. For All, For Good, our company signature, reflects Bel's commitment to Purpose*Full Snacking, sustainability and responsible food for all.The company has headquarters for it's cheese business unit in Chicago and offices for GoGo squeeZ in New York City. Bel operates four US manufacturing plants in Little Chute, WI, and Brookings, SD, Nampa, ID, and Traverse City, MI.

All candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying. Job Summary:

The Senior Tax Analyst is a key member of the tax department, reporting directly to the Tax Director based in Chicago. This position will be working closely with him, the Company's internal accounting/finance teams, and external tax consultants on all aspects of the Company's tax function.

The right candidate can take this position and make it their own based on this skills and career needs. The Company is part of a multinational healthy-snacking company with large operations in the US, France, Canada, and more so the global tax function is an important strategic partner worldwide.

Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Tax Director, the Senior Tax Analyst will work with our tax advisors to prepare workpapers for the Company's federal, state, and local income tax returns.

Assist the Tax Director in handling federal, state, and local tax audits by:

Researching technical issues;

Drafting clear and concise responses to audit inquiries; and,

Organizing and managing necessary documentation throughout the process.

Prepare income tax provision workpapers and calculations for financial statement purposes.

Assist the HQ during financial reporting and budget process including, but not limited to, the reconciliation of tax accounts, taxable income forecasting, tax depreciation forecasting, and submission of the consolidated Tax Package.

Prepare other tax returns, including but not limited to use tax, property tax, and franchise tax.

Maintain the tax compliance calendar for multiple legal entities.

Ensure timely resolution of tax notices and inquiries.

Develop and present actionable insights based on pending federal and state tax law changes to cross-functional teams to enable informed business decisions.

Maximize current tax incentives programs through annual filings.

Collaborate closely with the Tax Director to lead strategic initiatives that optimize the Company's tax position in the US and globally.

Drive value on special projects as they arise. These may include:

Advanced pricing agreements;

Tax due diligence related to acquisitions;

Tax optimization strategies; and,

Tax credits/incentives, among others.

Required Skills/Abilities:

BS in accounting or finance.

A strong work ethic and the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while meeting demanding deadlines.

3+ years of corporate tax experience and/or large CPA firm experience, including federal return experience; multi-state tax experience is preferred.

Candidate should be able to work both independently and as part of a team, possess a desire to learn, and be extremely detail oriented.

Advance degree or certification (CPA) in taxes or accounting preferred, but not required.

Proficient with Excel.

Openness to working with evolving technology platforms such as ChatGPT, Power Query, and Power BI to streamline tax processes and derive actionable insights.

Strong written and verbal skills.

High attention to detail.

Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.