Senior Tax Accountant

J.R. Simplot; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Simplot Company, headquartered in Boise, Idaho, seeks a Tax Senior to join the Tax Department. You will prepare federal, state, and local corporate income tax returns and support the domestic income tax provision process, with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.

You will manage tax fixed asset processes and assist with ERP-related projects. The role requires 2–5 years of tax experience, CPA a plus, and proficiency with tax software (SAP/CFIN or OneSource). Onsite at the Boise HQ.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of public accounting or corporate tax experience.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state corporate tax laws.
• Proficient in MS Office and tax software; SAP/CFIN a plus.
• Hands-on experience with OneSource Income Tax is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with ability to work independently.
• Ability to manage competing priorities with good organization.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local corporate income tax returns.
• Manage tax fixed asset processes, including depreciation methods/lives and tax bonus depreciation.
• Prepare detailed workpapers for tax compliance, including book-to-tax adjustments.
• Support the domestic income tax provision process with adjustments and deferred tax calculations.
• Monitor tax law changes and quantify impact on operations and cash flow.
• Research and respond to tax notices.
• Assist with ERP-related projects including mergers and acquisitions.

Skills

Public accounting tax experience

Corporate tax knowledge

MS Office & tax software

OneSource Income Tax

Analytical and problem-solving

Attention to detail

Organization and prioritization

Communication skills

Education

BA/BS in Accounting or Tax

Master’s degree a plus

Tools

SAP/CFIN

Job description

The Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.

Summary

The Tax Senior is a vital member of Simplot's Tax Department, contributing to the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of Simplot's tax compliance and reporting processes. This position is responsible for preparing detailed workpapers to support tax compliance, preparing federal and state income tax returns, and assisting in the domestic income tax provision process. The Tax Senior will also manage the tax fixed asset processes and collaborate with the fixed asset accounting team to ensure the proper application of depreciation methods and useful lives. Additional duties include monitoring tax law, researching tax issues, and responding promptly to tax notices. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, an ability to work independently with limited supervision, and a commitment to enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of current processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local corporate income tax returns.
• Manage tax fixed asset processes, including tax depreciation methods/lives, tax bonus depreciation, coordination with fixed asset accounting team, and JDE/SAP system maintenance.
• Prepare detailed workpapers to support federal and state income tax compliance, including book to tax adjustments, state apportionment, and quarterly estimates.
• Support the annual domestic income tax provision process through preparation of tax adjustments and deferred tax calculations.
• Monitor and analyze domestic tax law changes and quantify the impact on Simplot's operations and cash flow.
• Research and prepare responses to tax notices.
• Assist with special tax projects, including ERP implementation, mergers and acquisitions.

Typical Education

BA/BS in Accounting or Tax required; Master's degree a plus.

Relevant Experience

• 2-5 Years of public accounting or large corporate tax experience (CPA, a plus).
• Strong knowledge of federal and state corporate tax laws and regulations (specific industry knowledge, a plus).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and tax software applications; experience with SAP/CFIN is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with OneSource Income Tax is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented, with ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in problem resolution.
• Skilled in managing competing priorities with effective organizational abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships across various functional areas.

Other Information

This role reports onsite fulltime at the Simplot Headquarters in downtown Boise, ID.

Job Requisition ID

27546

Travel Required

None

Location(s)

Simplot Headquarters - Boise

Country

United States

**The Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.**

**If the Simplot Company decides to offer you this position, such offer will be conditioned on your satisfactory completion of a post-offer criminal background check. For Washington Job Applicants, see the Washington State Attorney General's Washington Fair Chance Act Guide and RCW 49.94.010 for more information.**