Sr Accountant, Indirect Sales and Use Tax

Sr. Tax Analyst, Sales and Use Tax

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Location: Westchester

Workplace type: Hybrid

Ingredion is seeking a highly skilled Sr. Tax Analyst, Sales and Use Tax to support accurate and compliant indirect tax operations across the U.S. and Canada. In this role, you will ensure timely, reliable financial reporting while supporting compliance, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.

As a Sr. Tax Analyst, Sales and Use Tax, you will play a key role in overseeing U.S. sales & use tax and Canadian GST/HST compliance.

You will report to the Domestic Tax Director and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, shared services, and external consultants to maintain accurate reporting, ensure audit readiness, and support system enhancements.

What will you do:

• Review and approve journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations, including Vertex-related sales and use tax accruals and reversals, ensuring compliance with company policy.
• Oversee the preparation and filing of sales, use, and other indirect tax returns to ensure accurate and timely reporting across U.S. and Canadian jurisdictions.
• Manage documentation and support for internal and external audits, including sales and use tax compliance audits and regulatory notices.
• Own and maintain SOX-related controls and processes, including oversight of customer and vendor exemption certificates to ensure compliance with state and local tax regulations.
• Monitor state and local tax law changes, lead Vertex system updates, and support continuous improvement initiatives across Vertex, SAP, and exemption certificate systems.
• Conduct research on tax issues and regulatory changes, communicating findings and implications to internal and external stakeholders.
• Partner with business units, third-party consultants, and the Tulsa Shared Service Center to support alignment on tax requirements, nexus reviews, and potential exposure analyses.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 6+ years of multistate sales and use tax experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Required experience with Vertex and Accelerator Tools.
• SAP and SAP BW experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, business risk management, and U.S./CA indirect tax laws.
• Ability to interpret financial results, analyze tax implications, and support business decision-making.
• Demonstrated experience leading or mentoring financial professionals.

Who you are:

• A clear and concise communicator, both written and verbal.
• Highly organized, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive in identifying tax risks and opportunities.
• A collaborative partner who builds strong relationships across business units.
• Someone who thrives in continuous improvement and system-driven environments.

Why Join Ingredion?

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success.
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
• Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Discount Program – Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law ("protected classifications"). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.

Relocation Available: No

Pay Range: $77,400.00-$103,200.00 Annual

This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation: As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Benefits: Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with a competitive company match.