Sr Accountant, Indirect Sales and Use Tax

About Ingredion

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide. From chocolate to pet food, from the paper you write on to everyday snacks, our work is experienced in a variety of products. With a presence in more than 60 industries, we harness natural ingredients to transform lives.

We welcome new careers and seasoned professionals alike, and we value a wide range of perspectives. Our team is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Westchester;
Hybrid workplace type.

Ingredion seeks a highly skilled Sr. Tax Analyst, Sales and Use Tax to support accurate and compliant indirect tax operations across the U.S. and Canada. The analyst will ensure timely, reliable financial reporting and collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams, shared services, and external consultants.

• Review and approve journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations, including Vertex‑related sales and use tax accruals and reversals, ensuring compliance with company policy.
• Oversee the preparation and filing of sales, use, and other indirect tax returns to ensure accurate and timely reporting across U.S. and Canadian jurisdictions.
• Manage documentation and support for internal and external audits, including sales and use tax compliance audits and regulatory notices.
• Own and maintain SOX‑related controls and processes, including oversight of customer and vendor exemption certificates to ensure compliance with state and local tax regulations.
• Monitor state and local tax law changes, lead Vertex system updates, and support continuous improvement initiatives across Vertex, SAP, and exemption certificate systems.
• Conduct research on tax issues and regulatory changes, communicating findings and implications to internal and external stakeholders.
• Partner with business units, third‑party consultants, and the Tulsa Shared Service Center to support alignment on tax requirements, nexus reviews, and potential exposure analyses.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 6+ years of multistate sales and use tax experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Required experience with Vertex and Accelerator Tools.
• SAP and SAP BW experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, business risk management, and U.S./CA indirect tax laws.
• Ability to interpret financial results, analyze tax implications, and support business decision‑making.
• Demonstrated experience leading or mentoring financial professionals.

• A clear and concise communicator, both written and verbal.
• Highly organized, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Analytical, detail‑oriented, and proactive in identifying tax risks and opportunities.
• A collaborative partner who builds strong relationships across business units.
• Someone who thrives in continuous improvement and system‑driven environments.

Annual pay range: $84,400.00–$. Incentive compensation may include the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or role‑specific commission/bonus. Full‑time roles are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law.

We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process.