Kansas City, MO, United States of America
Job Reference: JR0068092
Professional Areas: Finance
Function: Accounting, Finance and Treasury
Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 15,000 people globally.
Job Description
This position provides indirect (excise and other indirect) tax services and support along with tax research and analysis for the Tax department of a global merchandiser and processor of agricultural goods. This position is hybrid and requires being in the office 3 days a week.
Tax Return Filing Responsibilities:
- Oversee and assist with the preparation of Indirect Taxes:
- Excise (motor fuel)
- Commercial feed, seed and fertilizer
- Sales and Use
- Property (real and personal)
- Canadian GST / PST
- Duty Drawback
Research tax planning strategies to reduce or avoid tax obligations with the use of incentives/credits and to reduce any possible risks.Responsible for completion of any excise or other indirect tax credit claims or incentives.Work with the commercial team to identify license needs in new and existing jurisdictions.Apply for and renew any tax licenses (excise and other indirect) to meet business needs.Continually develop, improve and streamline processes and procedures for excise and other indirect tax return preparation.Research tax law to ensure compliance.Review returns to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timely filing.Manage all excise and indirect tax audits.
Supervision Responsibilities
- Manage, support, and develop tax staff.
Additional Responsibilities
- Support Global Tax Department with various initiatives.
- Other duties as assigned.
Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in business-related discipline.
- 5+ years of indirect (or similar) tax experience.
- Preference to individuals with previous supervisory responsibility.
- Preference to individuals with previous experience with state and federal departments of revenue including resolution of issues and audits.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of excise and other indirect taxes.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Ability to work independently to problem solve.
- Ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks to accommodate strict monthly deadlines.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Adobe, SharePoint.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Strong attention to details.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Great Plains.
- Knowledge of SAP.
What We Offer
We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.
- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage.
- 401k with Company Match.
- Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays.
- Hybrid work schedule.
Diversity & Inclusion
LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity, and inclusion. LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities, and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Sustainability
Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company. We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch, and the environment around us.
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