Senior Accounting Analyst - Tax

## Senior Accounting Analyst - Tax Apply:
La Crosse, Wisconsin:
Full time:
Posted Yesterday:
JR101081

Are you ready to join an organization where we focus on People First, have fun at work and make a difference in what we do?

Dairyland is proud of our People First culture centered around appreciation, celebrating wins and collaboration. We’ve worked hard to ensure alignment between our culture and our processes and systems, learning and development and rewards and recognition programs.

As a team, we work together to leverage the team’s diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences to deliver nothing less than the best. We are collaborative, transparent and committed to our People and their work experience, growth and professional development.  
*** Hiring Salary Range:******$89,000 - $133,500**
* * Compensation is determined by a combination of factors, including but not limited to education, work experience, and certifications. The actual offer may vary, reflecting the candidate's unique blend of experience, educational background, and skill level.
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* PURPOSE:

** With minimal supervision, perform accounting work requiring professional knowledge of theory and practice of recording, classifying, examining and analyzing the data and records of various financial transactions. Apply accounting principles and procedures to evaluate financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements, and ensure appropriate accounting control requirements.
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* ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

*** Analyze accounting and operational data to provide meaningful management information and reports.
* Perform monthly close and reconciliation of general ledger, including preparation of journal entries, account analysis and reconciliation, and financial reporting.
* Ability to perform all accounting functions related to leasing, fuels, inventory, debt, and tax.
* Be familiar with current accounting procedures and professional pronouncements relevant to the company and the industry.
* Examine standard accounting documents for completeness and conformance with specific accounting requirements and company policy.
* Monitor and research new accounting standards to determine impact to the business.
* Assist in the development of accounting policies and procedures to support new standards.
* Establish and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with finance and accounting partners, Senior Leadership, and other internal stakeholder groups to understand the business and ensure timely and accurate exchange of information.
* Manage and maintain internal control processes. Assist management in the design of internal controls as dictated by audit findings and change in business environment.
* Lead initiatives/projects to drive efficiencies and improvements to the functional area.
* Lead tax compliance related to federal and state income tax, sales/use tax and state gross license tax.
* Perform purchase requisition reviews, engage in tax research, complete required filings in a timely and accurate manner, and function as a subject matter expert to internal customers to support tax compliance.
* Provide support to internal and external audit functions to ensure audit objectives are met in a timely manner.
* Lead activities related to the preparation of the annual report.
* Ensure timely preparation of compliance filings and reports for federal and state agencies as assigned.
* Perform other duties as assigned  
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* MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience**:
* Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or finance.
* Minimum of five (5) years progressively responsible experience in public accounting and/or corporate tax, with thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, federal/state income tax and procedures applicable to the utility or similar industry.
* Cooperative experience is preferred.
* Advanced degree or CPA preferred. Utility industry experience is desirable.
* Experience in sales and tax use is preferred.
** Skills**:
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
* Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite; advanced Excel skills.
* Detail-orientated with demonstrated experience communicating complex issues in a clear and concise manner to all levels of the organization.
* Ability to integrate and balance priorities, work activities, and resources for the benefit of multiple stakeholders and able to adapt to change.
* Ability to build strong working relationships with operations and accounting/finance personnel.  
** Physical…