Sr. Tax Accountant

Ocean Spray is hiring a Sr. Tax Accountant. The role is part of a farmer‑owned cooperative that values collaboration and hands‑on work. Position Location: Hybrid role based out of our corporate headquarters in Lakeville, MA with Mondays and Fridays remote. Responsibilities Responsible for all state & local sales and use tax reporting, compliance and planning including gathering and analyzing information, completion of appropriate forms and filing of those forms with the appropriate agency in a timely manner. Leads tax review of invoices in Accounts Payable workflow systems. Responds and resolves all sales & use tax inquiries arising from U.S. domestic plant locations. Leads “exemption certificate” evaluation/preparation process. Performs state & local sales & use tax audit planning and defense during internal, external and government agency audits. Manages outside consultants that occasionally perform “reverse audit” services. Assists the Tax Manager and external tax counsel with IRS and other audits as requested. Accountable for the budgeting, payment, and reconciliation of all Massachusetts property tax bills. Gathers information in response to requests to assist in preparation of the U.S. Federal tax return as well as state corporate income tax returns. Assists in budgeting and long‑range planning projects and other projects as assigned. Prepares applicable account reconciliations and manages state annual report filing obligations. Responsible for all Real Estate tax accruals, payments, filings, and liaising with 3rd party consultants. Leads data collection for annual R&D credit support (Fed, MA). Manages/Computes the Annual Cost Allocation process. Serves as a resource (as applicable) for “Bottle Bill” and “PCR” reporting. Handles entity‑level FBAR reporting. Manages annual 1042 compliance obligations. Maintains all compliance activities associated with existing & potential tax incentives (61A, EDIP, TIF, etc). Qualifications Required experience in all aspects of Corporate, State, and Local Sales and Use tax matters. Experience in U.S. Federal & State tax areas. Experience with the Federal and Local Audit process. Capability to analyze and make decisions. Strong multitasking and communication skills. Ability to work independently with minimal direction from management. Ability to perform tax research and conclude/communicate findings. Prior experience in Corporate Tax Department. Proficient in Microsoft Excel. Experience with SAP (S4), and A/P invoicing software. Education & Experience Bachelor’s or University Degree (Required). Master’s Degree (Preferred). At least 5 years of experience. Annual Salary: $72,200 - $99,330 Benefits Complete insurance package on Day‑1 (Health, Dental, Vision). Health savings account and flexible spending account. Life and accident insurance. Employee assistance program and telehealth services. 1:1 health coaching. Supportive benefits for all life stages. 401(k) with up to 6% company matching; additional discretionary match at year‑end. Short‑Term Incentive/Performance bonuses. Flexible scheduling options. Vacation pay, up to three weeks of time (pro‑rated for first year). Holiday pay for 12 holidays. Career development and growth opportunities. Tuition/Education assistance programs. Access to LinkedIn Learning. Scholarship programs for children of employees. Parental leave. Bright Horizons Family Solutions – backup care, tutoring, etc. Adoption assistance. Bereavement leave. Up to $300 fitness reimbursement. Up to $300 massage reimbursement. Employee appreciation events. Employee discounts. Charitable giving. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. For M.A. applicants – it is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. Any employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ocean Spray