Tax Accountant I

Coca-Cola Bottlers' Sales & Services; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Welfare Plans

Retirement Plans & Guidance

Rewards & Recognition

Work-Life Integration

Job summary

Coca-Cola Bottlers’ Sales & Services, LLC is seeking an Accountant Tax I to support foundational tax accounting and compliance across multiple tax types. You will assist with multi-state filings, data validation, and month-end close under guidance, contributing to accurate tax reporting.

The role emphasizes collaboration with senior staff, audit readiness, and ongoing development of tax knowledge, in a hybrid environment with regular office presence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 1–3 years of accounting or finance experience.
• Proficiency in Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint; SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare multi-state operational tax returns and related filings.
• Gather, validate, and organize financial data for tax filings.
• Prepare workpapers and schedules for accurate reporting.
• Support tax journal entries and month-end close activities.
• Assist with responses to tax notices and renewals.
• Maintain documentation for internal and external audits.
• Collaborate with senior accountants and operations teams.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Vertex

OPT

Tracker PRO

License Pro

SAP

Job description

Job Summary

The Accountant Tax I provides foundational tax accounting and compliance support across multiple operational tax types, contributing to the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of the organization’s tax reporting and related financial records. This role supports multi-state tax filings and associated accounting activities, helping ensure compliance with applicable regulations while supporting month‑end close and audit readiness. Working within established tax processes and under the guidance of senior team members, the Accountant Tax I prepares and validates data, performs reconciliations, and develops supporting workpapers across areas including Sales & Use Tax, Property Tax, Unclaimed Property, Business Licences, Fleet Tax, Mandatory Deposits, and related filings. The role also assists with tax journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis to support reliable tax balances and reporting. This position collaborates with internal stakeholders to gather information, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate tax records, escalating questions or issues as appropriate. Through consistent execution and attention to detail, the Accountant Tax I supports internal and external audit activities and contributes to the overall effectiveness of the tax function. Success in this role is demonstrated through the accurate and timely completion of assigned filings, reconciliations, and documentation, as well as the continued development of technical tax knowledge, process understanding, and professional judgment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of multi‑state operational tax returns and related filings across assigned tax types.
• Gather, validate, and organize financial and operational data supporting tax filings and compliance activities.
• Prepare workpapers and supporting schedules to ensure accurate tax reporting and audit readiness.
• Support account reconciliations related to tax filings and identify variances for review by senior team members.
• Assist with tax‑related journal entries and month‑end close activities under supervision.
• Support responses to tax notices, license renewals, and registration requirements as assigned.
• Collect and maintain supporting documentation for internal and external audits.
• Collaborate with Senior Tax Accountants and operational teams to obtain required information.
• Maintain accurate and reliable tax records in accordance with internal policies and procedures.
• Escalate discrepancies, variances, or process questions to senior team members promptly.
• Communicate status updates, issues, and risks to supervisors as needed.
• Develop working knowledge of tax software and systems (Vertex, OPT, Tracker PRO, License Pro) through training and hands‑on experience.

Key Skills And Abilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint; SAP experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines, especially during peak reporting periods.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills to collaborate and share relevant information.
• Analytical skills to review data, identify variances, and escalate issues under guidance.
• Strong attention to detail and sound judgment in handling routine tax data and documentation.

Education Requirements

Minimum: 4 Year / Bachelor’s Degree — Accounting or Finance

Years of Experience

1 to 3 years of experience in Accounting or Finance

Required Travel

Business travel is not anticipated

Hybrid Work Environment

CCBSS operates a hybrid working environment. This is a teleworking role that requires working at a CCBSS office location on a regular basis (or a minimum number of days per month or week) at the manager’s discretion. The number of days required at a CCBSS office location is at the manager’s discretion and is subject to change depending on business needs.

Total Rewards, Totally Rewarding

We are one family supporting the Coca‑Cola bottling system in North America. Our work is indispensable to our partners and makes an impact in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and to rewarding exceptional performance. We expect a lot from our team — after all, it’s their exceptional work that helps CCBSS support the Coca‑Cola bottling system in North America. To keep everyone motivated and energized, we offer a comprehensive benefit and rewards package.

• Work‑Life Integration - Vacation, floating holidays, parental leave, flexible work environment
• Competitive Base Salary - A base salary or hourly wage rate in line with market rates for the job duties and skills required
• Rewards & Recognition - Acknowledging our employees’ contributions
• Retirement Plans & Guidance - Programs to assist associates in saving for retirement
• Health & Welfare Plans - Medical, life, and disability insurance plans

Company Message

Coca‑Cola Bottlers’ Sales and Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.