The ideal candidate is highly self-motivated, professional, capable of prioritizing tasks and managing her/his own workload. The individual enhances the effectiveness of the Treasury and Compliance Department workload by providing personalized and timely support. The candidate will have the ability to work independently on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure at times to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.

Essential Functions

• Monthly/Quarterly/Semi-Annual and Annual filing of state sales and use tax reports by due dates established by tax authorities. Remit payments for amounts owed.
• Filing of CN tonnage tax, seed permits, business licenses and other state and local taxes needed to ensure company compliance with local tax jurisdictions.
• Daily analysis and posting to the ledger of cash activity reported by the bank.
• Administration and maintenance of company credit card program
• Evaluate and assist in developing compliance policies and procedures for improved workflow and anticipate future needs as organization grows.
• Communicate with Government reporting agencies in an effective and professional manner as needed.
• Communicate with the field regarding any tax compliance issues
• Research and maintain taxable rates among multiple Government reporting agencies.
• Support the preparation of the company’s federal/state tax return by providing support schedules to tax preparers
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field
• 3-5 years of accounting experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point) and Adobe Acrobat
• Experience with Concur a plus, but not required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Exceptional organizational skills and impeccable attention to detail.
• Ability to make decisions recognizing established precedents and practices and to use resourcefulness and tact in solving new problems.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Strong analytical and research skills; ability to ascertain priorities and meet deadlines and objectives.
• Ability to react with appropriate levels of urgency to situations and events that require quick response or turnaround.
• High degree of professionalism in dealing with a variety of individuals both internally and externally.
• Make appropriate, informed decisions regarding priorities and available time.
• Able to maintain a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.
• Excellent judgment is essential.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office setting.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is essential. Sitting for extended periods and the use of hands to finger is common. Hearing and vision within normal ranges is helpful for normal conversations, to receive ordinary information and to prepare or inspect documents. No heavy lifting is expected. Exertion of up to 10 lbs. of force may occasionally be required. While performing the duties of this job, good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment such as computer terminals, calculator, and copiers is needed. The employee is occasionally required to walk, climb, balance, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.

Travel

May require occasional travel.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO Commitment: We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, including transgender identity, religion, disability, age, genetics, active military or veteran status and any other characteristics protected under applicable federal or state law.