Senior Tax Analyst

Dole Food Company Inc•Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

The Senior Tax Analyst is responsible for preparing annual U.S. federal and state income tax returns, including quarterly estimated tax payments. The role also assists in preparing the U.S. quarterly and year‑end tax provisions in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC guidelines, as well as reviewing foreign tax provisions prepared by regional finance teams. To gain international exposure, the Senior Tax Analyst will work with the Senior Director of Tax in Ireland to prepare Irish tax returns, tax payments, and Country-by-Country reports. The position also supports various tax accounting and compliance projects and contributes to the maintenance of departmental tax accounting systems and applications. Additional responsibilities include supporting property and sales/use tax filings, conducting tax research, and assisting tax leadership across the full tax lifecycle, including compliance, accounting, controversy, and planning. The Senior Tax Analyst will collaborate with members of the global finance team as needed.

Requirements

A minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience with income tax compliance and accounting
Ability to remain current on U.S. federal and state tax law changes
Strong understanding of GAAP financial reporting
Knowledge of ASC 740 / FIN 48 (Accounting for Income Taxes)
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Strong communication skills and ability to interact effectively with management and departments throughout the organization
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage detailed information while maintaining an understanding of broader business impacts
BS degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or Taxation

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Taxation or Accounting and/or a CPA license
Public accounting experience
Experience with ONESOURCE suite of tax software such as ONESOURCE Income Tax, ONESOURCE Tax Provision, and Global Access
Experience with HFM

Responsibilities

Prepare U.S. federal and state income tax returns; compute quarterly estimated tax payments; and support domestic tax planning initiatives.
Model U.S. tax outcomes based on forecasted results, potential legislative changes, and prospective business transactions.
Compile domestic and review foreign quarterly and year‑end tax provision calculations, including current/deferred tax splits, balance sheet tax account projections, and state tax provisions.
Help administer and maintain departmental tax compliance software and identify opportunities to enhance tax accounting and compliance processes.
Stay current on federal, state, and international tax developments through professional resources, seminars, and continuing education.
Maintain working knowledge of Dole’s domestic and international operations; serve as a liaison to finance teams to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP reporting requirements.
Assist in evaluating uncertain tax positions.
Support domestic tax audits and respond to tax notices as needed.
Perform special tax projects and additional responsibilities as assigned.
Conduct tax research using Checkpoint and other available resources.