Publix Super Markets tops the list of privately-owned supermarkets in the US. We are privately-owned, hold no long-term debt and continue to grow year after year. Publix and our associates excel in community involvement, volunteerism, and environmental sustainability. Our collective commitment to diversity has contributed to our success in being a great place to work and shop. It’s satisfying to work for – and be an owner in – a Fortune 100 company that is widely recognized as a leader in the supermarket industry.
The purpose of this position is to assist senior management with multiple tasks and projects. The tax function includes tax compliance, financial reporting, audits/controversy, advising management regarding the tax implications of business decision and tax minimization strategies. Projects to help lead these efforts include preparing and/or reviewing tax work papers, returns and payments, assisting with financial and payroll reporting, leading projects to enhance tax automation, supporting tax savings efforts, managing the quarterly financial reporting process, and managing tax audits. The Tax Manager reports to the Director of Tax.
The responsibilities listed on this position analysis are not intended to be all-inclusive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
The Tax Manager is responsible for assisting with managing the overall tax function. This includes:
assisting in planning the federal and state income tax timeline which includes creating and managing calendars and due dates to ensure timely compliance
assisting with the preparation/review of federal and state income tax returns and supporting workpapers
assisting with the preparation/review of federal and state quarterly/annual estimated taxes
working with tax consultants to minimize federal and state income taxes
providing technical expertise and instruction in the development of tax requirements for new business ventures
responding to Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and state auditor information document requests
developing and preparing monthly ASC740 calculations for Publix including footnote disclosure and true-ups
assisting with general ledger account analysis workpapers
developing, documenting, and maintaining internal controls to comply with the requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX)
providing documentation quarterly to respond to financial accounting audits performed by both internal and external auditors
attending accounting conferences to ensure best practices are utilized
staying abreast of tax law changes, including reviewing daily updates from tax services such as CCH Answerconnect and BNA HR and Payroll Resource Center
supporting and/or leading process improvement initiatives to increase overall efficiency
handling various ad-hoc projects as they arise
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent experience
8 years relevant business experience
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment tax and income tax laws
Knowledge of tax research techniques and tax research software
Knowledge of ASC740 principles
Knowledge of the tax treatment of various legal entities
Ability to comprehend and interpret tax law
Ability to plan and organize projects to meet deadlines
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Strong analytical, problem solving and leadership skills
Attention to detail
Judgement and decision-making skills
Experience with SAP or similar enterprise-wide software
Basic Microsoft Word, Microsoft Access, and Microsoft Excel
Intermediate skills with tax provision software and tax research tools (e.g., OneSource, CCH AnswerConnect, and Bloomberg/BNA HR & Payroll Resource)
Ability to manage a fluctuating workload and tight deadlines by working extended hours and/or weekends during significant financial accounting and tax reporting periods
Willingness to work a minimum of 45 hours per week (average for the year)
Willingness to travel overnight on occasion
Master’s Degree in Accounting with emphasis in Tax or MBA with concentration in Accounting or Finance
12 years of financial analysis experience, including 5 years of associate supervision experience
Knowledge of the Publix payroll process
Knowledge of internal corporate structure
Advance knowledge of SAP HR & Financial modules or similar ERP systems
Advance knowledge of tax provision software and tax research tools (e.g., OneSource, CCH AnswerConnect, and Bloomberg/BNA HR & Payroll Resource)
Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost
An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock
401(k) retirement savings plan
Group health, dental and vision plans
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria
