Tax Accountant

Darigold Careers • Seattle, WA

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

Darigold is seeking a Tax Accountant to support tax compliance, reporting, and planning across multiple tax disciplines. The role covers income tax accounting and compliance, gross receipts and business taxes, sales and use taxes, and property tax administration. The Tax Accountant prepares analyses, tax filings, and documentation; supports reporting and audits; assists with tax planning initiatives; and contributes to the development and maintenance of tax policies and procedures. Working with the Tax Department, the role builds knowledge of relevant tax laws and regulations, accounting principles, business operations, and company systems. It also offers experience across taxation and opportunities to support continuous improvement within the Tax function.

Darigold is a U.S. agricultural cooperative and dairy producer headquartered in Washington. The company produces dairy products and ingredients for customers around the world.

The compensation range is $80,168.40–$100,676.40, with individual pay based on previous experience, knowledge, and skills. Eligible positions receive a competitive total rewards package. A flexible hybrid arrangement may apply, allowing up to one day per week after the initial 90 days, subject to approval by the hiring manager and HR.

Applicants offered a role must pass a pre-employment background screen, receive a negative drug screen result, and confirm eligibility to work in the U.S. Darigold participates in E-Verify and is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Requirements

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• 1–2 years of accounting experience required.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookup functions, and data analysis tools.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles and ability to learn and apply tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing business needs, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated collaboration, problem-solving, initiative, ownership, quality focus, and willingness to pursue professional development.

Nice To Haves

• Tax experience, internship experience, or exposure to federal, state, local, sales/use, property, or income tax matters.
• CPA designation or progress toward CPA certification.

Responsibilities

• Monitor adherence to tax policies, procedures, and reporting requirements to support tax compliance.
• Gather, validate, and compile monthly, quarterly, and annual tax data for income, gross receipts, property, and sales/use tax reports and supporting documentation.
• Evaluate data accuracy and investigate significant fluctuations or variances in tax-related information.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and prepare accruals to ensure proper recording of tax payments, expenses, and liabilities.
• Use and develop proficiency in internal systems and reporting tools to support tax compliance and reporting.
• Communicate with tax authorities on property tax matters and develop professional relationships with external stakeholders.
• Visit plant facilities and assist with property tax assessments, including supporting tours for appraisers and assessors as needed.
• Assist with city, state, federal, and other tax audits by gathering, consolidating, summarizing, and reviewing requested data.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders about tax information and tax-related projects.
• Identify process-improvement opportunities and support continuous improvement initiatives within the Tax function.
• Develop technical tax knowledge, analytical capabilities, communication skills, and professional effectiveness.

Benefits

• 401(k) with competitive employer matching.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Employer-paid life and disability coverage.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Eight weeks of paid parental leave.
• Education assistance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement where applicable: up to one day per week after the initial 90 days, subject to approval by the hiring manager and HR.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree