Senior Accounting Analyst - Tax

Dairyland Power Cooperative•La Crosse, WI

About The Position

With minimal supervision, the Senior Accounting Analyst - Tax performs accounting work requiring professional knowledge of accounting theory and practice, including recording, classifying, examining, and analyzing financial transactions. The role applies accounting principles and procedures to evaluate financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements, and ensure appropriate accounting controls. The position leads tax compliance activities for federal and state income tax, sales/use tax, and state gross license tax. It also supports the preparation of the annual report and compliance filings and reports for federal and state agencies. The analyst collaborates with finance and accounting partners, senior leadership, internal stakeholders, and auditors, and leads initiatives to improve functional-area efficiency and processes. Dairyland describes its culture as People First, emphasizing appreciation, collaboration, transparency, professional development, and recognition. The hiring salary range is $89,000–$133,500; the actual offer may vary based on education, experience, certifications, and skill level.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
At least five years of progressively responsible experience in public accounting and/or corporate tax.
Thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, federal and state income tax, and procedures applicable to the utility or a similar industry.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills.
Detail-oriented, with demonstrated ability to communicate complex issues clearly and concisely to all levels of the organization.
Ability to integrate and balance priorities, work activities, and resources for multiple stakeholders, and adapt to change.
Ability to build strong working relationships with operations and accounting/finance personnel.
Ability to meet established deadlines and work additional hours as needed.

Nice To Haves

Cooperative experience.
Advanced degree or CPA.
Utility industry experience.
Experience in sales and use tax.

Responsibilities

Analyze accounting and operational data to provide meaningful management information and reports.
Perform monthly close and general-ledger reconciliations, including preparing journal entries, account analyses and reconciliations, and financial reports.
Perform accounting functions related to leasing, fuels, inventory, debt, and tax.
Stay familiar with accounting procedures and professional pronouncements relevant to the company and industry.
Review standard accounting documents for completeness and compliance with accounting requirements and company policy.
Monitor and research new accounting standards, assess their business impact, and assist in developing supporting accounting policies and procedures.
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with finance and accounting partners, senior leadership, and internal stakeholders to support understanding of the business and timely, accurate information exchange.
Manage and maintain internal control processes and assist management with control design based on audit findings and changes in the business environment.
Lead initiatives and projects to improve efficiency and processes in the functional area.
Lead tax compliance for federal and state income tax, sales/use tax, and state gross license tax; review purchase requisitions, conduct tax research, complete filings, and serve as an internal tax-compliance subject matter expert.
Support internal and external audits to help ensure audit objectives are met on time.
Lead activities related to preparation of the annual report.
Prepare assigned compliance filings and reports for federal and state agencies on time.
Perform other duties as assigned.