FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS.
Flowers Foods Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; its about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Natures Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Daves Killer Bread the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse and the sweet delights of Tastykake each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflectsHonesty & Integrity Respect & Inclusion Sustainability Passion and a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success Flowers Foods is more than a bakery its a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.
Full-time employees are offered the following benefits:
Benefits may vary depending on your work location.
Role is responsible for the preparation of interim and annual calculations related to income tax accounting and financial reporting. Manage federal and state compliance including preparation and review of workpapers and returns while working closely with outside service providers. Position requires interaction with financial accounting and other departments to meet overall organization goals.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Financial Accounting
Prepare and manage income tax provision at quarterly and annual periods to ensure accurate reporting within framework of ASC740 accounting for income taxes including:
Estimated annual effective tax rate calculations for interim periods.
Deferred tax inventory including current and deferred tax classification.
Accounting for state and local income taxes.
Valuation allowances and assessments.
Evaluation of uncertain tax positions.
Analyze and provide disclosures for US GAAP financial statement audit and related adjustments.
Tax Compliance
Manage federal and state income tax compliance process through preparation and review of applicable workpapers and initial review of returns.
Team with outside service providers to complete annual filing requirements.
Timely prepare and reconcile extension and quarterly estimated tax liabilities.
Guide the preparation and completion of annual tax credit studies for federal and state jurisdictions while collaborating with third party tax firms.
Respond to correspondence received from federal state and local taxing authorities.
Research & Business Development
Track research and summarize proposed and newly enacted tax legislation.
Initial review and assessment of tax incentives related to capital projects and potential acquisitions.
Team with other business units to analyze tax impacts of business decisions.
Respond to questions from internal and external stakeholders.
Assist with entity structure and/or entity organization questions and issues.
Maintain performance of effective tax internal controls and compliance with all Company policies and procedures (EEO Harassment Safety Sarbanes Oxley etc.).
Perform other duties which are deemed by management to be an integral part of the job including but not limited to fulfillment of work schedules adherence to attendance policies and other applicable operating rules policies and procedures
At least 5 years of experience in role related to corporate tax accounting and ASC740 with public accounting experience preferred. | ||
Experience with corporate federal and state income taxation tax accounting and financial reporting. | ||
Experience with ERP systems (such as SAP) and ONESOURCE Tax Provision software. |
Bachelors degree in accounting. required. | ||
Masters in Taxation preferred. |
CPA license required. |
Authorization to work in the United States. | ||
Ability to travel and move to all areas of office plants company-related facilities and other areas of company business as needed. |
Strong research and technical writing skills. | ||
Ability to use tax research tools to find answers to questions concerning federal and state tax laws. |
Ability to communicate and work with our CPA firm. | ||
Speech and hearing abilities that allow the individual to communicate clearly and distinctly in English (in person and via telephone). |
Ability to attend work on a regular and consistent basis. |
Proficiency with Excel Word and Office applications |
We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package. Salary ranges from $95000 to $115000. Interested job seekers who successfully complete the series of pre-screening questions and who appear to possess the basic qualifications for this position may be contacted for a telephone interview.
EEO Statement
Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin age veteran status disability status or people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications for this position. Equivalent combination of education experience and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.
If you need assistance with submitting your resume due to a medical condition or disability please send an e-mail to Courtney Rehn at or(1).
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Manager
Headquartered in Thomasville, Ga., Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) is one of the largest producers of packaged bakery foods in the United States with 2022 sales of $4.8 billion. Flowers operates bakeries across the country that produce a wide range of bakery products. Among the ...