Tax Accountant

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. This position works out of our Bloomington, MN office with a flexible schedule of 4 days in office.

SICK is a leading global provider of intelligent sensors, systems, and services for automation applications. With more than 1,000 patents, innovation and technology are at its core. This focus on innovation and “Sensor Intelligence” have allowed SICK to develop products for every phase of production in the automotive, packaging, electronics, the food & beverage, consumer goods, storage and conveyor, robotics, intralogistics, mobile outdoor automation, and more.

In addition, SICK’s focus on Sensor Intelligence allows us to make Industry 4.0, or the Industrial Internet of Things, a reality for their customers.

This role will focus primarily on income tax compliance and tax accounting, while also supporting a variety of general accounting functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of corporate income tax as well as accounting/financial reporting according to US GAAP and IFRS.

• Manage and oversee the filing of regular tax returns, with focus on income tax.
• Manage the calendar of reporting events for tax filings, and all census related submissions.
• Coordinate and manage tax audits, inquiries, and notices from tax authorities.
• Maintain documentation and records related to tax filings, provisions, and other tax-related activities.
• Develop and maintain tax plans, compliance procedures and risk assessment frameworks, to ensure effective tax management.
• Collaborate with the headquarter in Germany as well as other departments and teams, such as finance, legal and operations, to ensure alignment and coordination on tax matters.
• Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders on tax implications of business decisions and transactions.
• Stay updated with changes in tax laws and regulations and proactively identify potential risks or opportunities for the organization.
• Foster a culture of tax compliance and awareness throughout the organization, providing training and support as needed.
• Collaborate with global finance and accounting teams to ensure our tax strategies and policies are implemented accurately per national tax compliances.
• Maintain and reconcile tax-related general ledger accounts.
• Monitor and develop internal controls to minimize financial risk and identify areas of opportunity.
• Prepare timely and accurate financial statements. Provide ad hoc financial reports or related support as needed.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned or required by management.

• Experience:
  
  5-7+ years of professional experience in Finance and Accounting.
• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting is required.
• Certifications:
  
  CPA preferred but not required.
• Position-specific
  
  Qualifications:
  
  Comprehensive understanding of generally accepted accounting principles or international financial reporting standards.
• Experience working with corporate senior management possessing a respected competence in all things financial.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Organizational skill to identify priorities and meet deadlines, and computer skills in identifying flow of transactions.
• Excellent analytical and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Computer/Technological:
  Professional competence with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), SAP experience preferred.
• Language:
  Professional written and spoken fluency in English required.
• Schedule:
  
  Generally Monday to Friday, full time; be on-call on some weekends (if required).
• General
  
  Working Conditions:
  
  Be able to usually work in an office…