Senior SALT Tax & Compliance Analyst

The Swan Food Company; Hopkins (MN); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards package

Health benefits

Time off programs

Retirement offerings

Job summary

CJ Schwan’s is seeking a Senior Income Tax Analyst to support corporate tax accounting, compliance, and state/local tax matters with a focus on optimization and process improvement. You will work across departments to ensure accurate tax provision, apportionment, and audit support.

The role requires a CPA or strong tax background, 5+ years of corporate income tax experience, and proficiency with OneSource and Microsoft tools. Minnesota-based role with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required.
• 5+ years of corporate income tax experience; multinational or public accounting background a plus.
• Experience in state and local income taxation (multistate apportionment, nexus, audits or controversies).
• Experience with OneSource Income Tax and OneSource Tax Provision.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office; Power Platform experience is a plus.
• General understanding of ASC 740 and corporate income tax accounting concepts.

Responsibilities

• Perform federal, state, and local income and franchise tax accounting and compliance activities.
• Research and analyze complex state and local tax matters and document conclusions.
• Support audits, notices, examinations, and controversy matters with stakeholders.
• Evaluate tax implications of business transactions and strategic projects.
• Support tax credit and incentive programs and maintain documentation.
• Prepare and review tax account reconciliations and income tax analyses.
• Monitor and assess legislative developments impacting tax positions.
• Drive continuous improvement through tax process optimization and automation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve tax issues.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to junior staff.
• Support tax-related internal controls and governance documentation.

Skills

Corporate tax experience

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

CPA and/or master's degree in taxation, accounting, or related discipline preferred

Tools

OneSource Income Tax

OneSource Tax Provision

Microsoft Power Platform

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At CJ Schwan’s, we don’t just make food — we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas, global flavors, and timeless desserts from brands like Red Baron®, bibigo®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Freschetta®, Pagoda®, Edwards® and Mrs. Smith’s®. Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants and just about everywhere people shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to quality, innovation, and the power of food to bring people together.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Income Tax Analyst to support the corporate income tax accounting and compliance functions, with an emphasis on state and local income and franchise tax matters and process improvement related thereto. In this role, you will apply your tax expertise and technological acumen to help meet tax accounting and compliance obligations, streamline tax operations, track and account for legislative changes, and collaborate across the organization. If you are analytical, proactive, and continuous-improvement oriented, with state and local income tax experience in areas such as apportionment, nexus evaluation, audits, controversy resolution, and/or planning – you should apply!

What You Will Do:

• Perform federal, state, and local income and franchise tax accounting and compliance activities, including preparation and review of tax returns, extensions, estimated tax payments, apportionment calculations, elections, and supporting workpapers.
• Research and analyze complex state and local income tax matters, including nexus, apportionment, filing methodologies, business activity, tax law changes, and compliance risks, and document conclusions and recommendations.
• Support federal, state, and local income tax audits, notices, examinations, and controversy matters, including interactions with taxing authorities, external advisors, and internal stakeholders.
• Evaluate the federal and state income tax implications of business transactions, legal entity changes, supply chain initiatives, acquisitions, restructurings, and other strategic projects.
• Support tax credit and incentive programs, including identification, calculation, documentation, and compliance requirements.
• Prepare and review tax account reconciliations, income tax analyses, and supporting schedules for management and financial reporting purposes, and assist with income tax provision activities as needed.
• Monitor federal and state legislative and regulatory developments and assess their impact on the Company's tax positions, filing obligations, and business activities.
• Help drive continuous improvement through tax process optimization, automation, and effective use of tax technology solutions, including OneSource and Microsoft-based data and workflow tools.
• Collaborate with Accounting, Finance, Legal, Treasury, Information Technology, Operations, and external service providers to resolve tax issues and support business initiatives.
• Review selected work prepared by less-experienced team members/contractors and provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship.
• Support tax-related internal controls, K-SOX requirements, governance documentation, and internal and external audit requests.

What We Look For:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field; CPA and/or master's degree in taxation, accounting, or a related discipline preferred
• 5+ years of corporate income tax experience; experience within a multinational corporation or national public accounting firm is a plus.
• Experience in state and local income taxation, including multistate apportionment, nexus analysis, state tax audits or controversies, credits and incentives, and/or SALT consulting, is a plus.
• Experience with OneSource Income Tax, OneSource Tax Provision, and/or comparable corporate tax technology platforms.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Microsoft Power Platform and/or other data-driven tax reporting tools is a plus.
• General understanding of ASC 740 and corporate income tax accounting concepts.

What We Offer:

The base salary range for this position is $75,000 to $125,000 annually, with eligibility for a 10% annual incentive bonus based on organizational performance. The range reflects factors such as experience, skills, education, certifications, and location, and starting salary may fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall well-being, including comprehensive health benefits, time off programs, and retirement and financial offerings.

CJ Schwan’s and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. For accommodation requests or assistance with the application, please email [e-mail].

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