Manager, Tax Accounting - Remote

Preference to candidates located in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, or Connecticut.

Job Overview: 
The Manager Tax Accounting role is an integral part of the Income Tax Accounting team, overseeing preparation of the quarterly and annual tax provision under the guidance of the Sr. Director of Tax Accounting.  Key responsibilities of the role include supervision of the effective tax rate calculations for external SEC filings, reviewing income tax account reconciliations, reviewing and maintaining support for all deferred tax balances, assisting with the preparation of income tax sections of quarterly and annual SEC filings, and supporting effective tax rate and cash tax forecasting.  The role is also responsible for company-wide maintenance of tax fixed assets, tax intangibles, and the tax impacts of share-based compensation, supporting both the Tax Accounting and Tax Compliance teams in these areas.  The Tax Accounting Manager interfaces with a variety of internal finance partners and external service providers in the performance of these duties.  

What does it mean to be part of our Finance/Accounting Team? 
A role on our Finance and Accounting team involves helping UNFI maintain and grow its financial health as we continue to transform and scale. We need to ensure that our financial analysis and statements revolve around constant communication with our partners within the organization as well as outside to provide the most current statistics for our business health. By being attentive to details, trends, and inefficiencies, and communicating with our teams, you’ll be key to our success and continued growth as North America’s premier grocery wholesaler. 

 
Job Responsibilities: 

• SEC Filing Preparation/Review.
• Supervise the preparation of SEC required quarterly and annual global tax provision, including the effective tax rate calculations and tax-related financial statement disclosures in compliance with all tax department SOX processes.
• Review all income tax account reconciliations.
• Review and maintain deferred tax accounts along with all supporting documentation, including return-to-provision reconciliations.
• Act as point of contact with the Tax Audit and Compliance teams to identify and document uncertain tax positions for KPMG review.
• Oversee Sox controls and compliance in collaboration with internal audit department.
• Tax Asset Accounting.
• Review tax fixed asset ledgers in collaboration with Fixed Asset Accounting team, and review tax depreciation calculations for tax provision, estimates and returns.
• Review intangible asset tax amortization schedules and reconciliations for tax provision, estimates and returns.
• Calculate the tax impacts of share-based compensation for tax provision, estimates and returns.
• Maintain documentation in support of various tax attributes, including tax loss carryforwards, valuation allowances and tax credits.
• Identify and research changes in tax laws and regulations and SEC reporting requirements, and their application to the Company.
• Assist in the development of staff.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements: 
Education/ Certifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university; 
• Advanced degree (MST, JD/LLM) or CPA required

Experience: 

• Minimum 5-7 years of tax provision experience in public accounting and/or SEC registrant corporate tax department.
• Experience in Federal and State Income Tax Return preparation a plus.

Knowledge/Skills/ Abilities

• Ability to prioritize and multitask assignments in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively and comfortably with all levels both internally and externally.
• Intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills, as well as a demonstrated facility for a variety of ERP and tax-specific IT solutions.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality results.
• Ability to take initiative while seeking appropriate mentorship.
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

Work Environment: 

• Remote Role: This position is classified as remote where the associate will perform remote work from their primary residence. Remote associates are welcome to work from the office but are not required to do so. While remote associates are not required to work from an office on a regular basis, they may be required to come to the office or other UNFI locations for necessary business reasons or if directed to do so by their manager.
   
• Travel (minor): This position may require the associate to travel to company offices, distribution centers, or other locations for specific meetings or other business reasons.

Physical Environment/Demands: 
Office Roles:

• Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment. 
• Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at a desk or computer terminal. 
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.   
• Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephones, and other office equipment in the course of a normal workday. 
• Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in the completion of job duties.

About UNFI: We are North America’s premier grocery wholesaler, delivering the widest variety of fresh, branded, and owned brand products to community grocers and retail chains alike. A pioneer in natural and organic foods, we are growing and transforming to meet the needs of an evolving workplace. Our 29,000+ employees work across America in our 50 Distribution Centers and corporate offices. Learn more: Organic, Natural and Conventional Food | Wholesale Food Distributors | UNFI
Benefits: Competitive 401k, Flexible PTO plan, Remote, Health benefits – first of the month following 30 days of employment, mentorship program/developmental opportunities.

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Compensation:

UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

Benefits:

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), https://www.unfi.com/jobs-more-info-wa.html for Washington-specific paid time off details.

Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.

UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.