Tax Compliance Manager, US State & Local

Global Headquarters – Chicago, USA

Full time

R-179180

Job Description

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?

Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It Uniquely Yours.

You will Oversee State Direct Tax Compliance processes related to income tax compliance, projections and forecasting, state tax planning, audit defense, and accounting for income tax requirements for the U.S.

How you will contribute

You will:

• Manage the day-to-day State Direct Tax Compliance processes which include coordinating with outside service providers on the preparation of state tax returns and state tax filings as well as supporting workpapers. Responsibilities also include gathering and analyzing information needed by external service providers and preparing supporting workpapers as needed.

• Oversee state accounting for income taxes, including reviewing and updating the blended state rates, reviewing and calculating tax adjustments and other matters to ensure compliance with tax laws and U.S. GAAP requirements. You will also lead state tax audits, including managing the relationship with the state tax auditors and responding to information requests.

• Ensure that state tax compliance requirements for the U.S. are timely and accurately met and that tax policies are followed including compliance with internal standards on completion dates, record retention and workpaper support.

• Monitor tax legislative events, tax-planning and business initiative developments. You will also provide management with ongoing income tax guidance and support.

• Develop and continually improve direct tax compliance processes and ways of working.

• Contribute to a high performing Tax team in the U.S.

What you will bring

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career. You will bring experience and knowledge in:

• TECHNICAL EXPERTISE in U.S. state and local tax laws and regulations; U.S. GAAP tax accounting; tax policy and procedures; and tax compliance and audit defense processes.

• BUSINESS ACUMEN and understanding of our business and finance beyond the tax scope. Relevant state direct tax experience.

• LEADERSHIP SKILLS including proven business partnering and communication skills across a large global, public company.

• GROWTH/DIGITAL MINDSET and the ability to identify strategic opportunities and leverage technology to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.

• INTEGRITY and sound judgement in all decisions and interactions aligned with our values and policies and external regulations.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.

• Minimum 5-7+ years of state tax experience including compliance review and audit defense

• Advanced degree in accounting or taxation preferred

• Experience in U.S. Federal and tax accounting (ASC 740)

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and online tax research tools (CCH, BNA, and/or RIA)

• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present and communicate to non-tax individuals

• Strong organizational skills and ability to accurately, completely, and timely meet project deadlines

• Desire to grow and take on a leadership role with strong intellectual curiosity

• Experience performing tax work in a large public accounting firm or large publicly traded multinational corporation

Salary and Benefits:

The base salary range for this position is $122,000 to $167,750; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education and location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.

In addition, Mondelez International offers the following benefits: health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays and vacation time. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.

No Relocation support available

Business Unit Summary

At Mondelēz International, our purpose is to empower people to snack right by offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. That means delivering a broad range of delicious, high-quality snacks that nourish life's moments, made with sustainable ingredients and packaging that consumers can feel good about.

We have a rich portfolio of strong brands globally and locally including many household names such as Oreo , belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk , Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum. We are proud to hold the top position globally in biscuits, chocolate and candy and the second top position in gum.

Our 80,000 makers and bakers are located in more than 80 countries and we sell our products in over 150 countries around the world. Our people are energized for growth and critical to us living our purpose and values. We are a diverse community that can make things happen—and happen fast.

Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type

Regular

Tax

Finance

At Mondelēz International, our purpose is to empower people to snack right through offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. That means delivering a broader range of delicious, high-quality snacks that nourish life's moments, made with sustainable ingredients and packaging that consumers can feel good about.

We have a rich portfolio of strong brands – both global and local. Including many household names such as Oreo, belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum. We are proud to hold the number 1 position globally in biscuits, chocolate and candy as well as the No. 2 position in gum

Our 80,000 Makers and Bakers are located in our operations in more than 80 countries and are working to sell our products in over 150 countries around the world. They are energized for growth and critical to us living our purpose and values. We are a diverse community that can make things happen, and happen fast.

Join us and Make It An Opportunity!

Mondelez Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance.