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Job Title


Tax Manager


Company : Kimball Electronics


Location : jasper, IN


Created : 2024-10-14


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Are you a tax professional looking for an opportunity to work with both domestic and international tax for a growing, global company? Are you ready to step into a role leading an experienced, supportive staff with developed processes? Kimball Electronics, Inc. (KEI) is looking for a new team member for our Corporate Tax team. Our new team member would have the opportunity to travel to our global locations and interact with personnel across multiple levels of the organization. At Kimball Electronics our people are the company and we offer a supportive, flexible environment with the opportunity for exposure to challenging opportunities and growth. *There is no sponsorship being offered for this position. Kimball Electronics is committed to working with and providing access and reasonable accommodation to applicants with mental and/or physical disabilities. If you think you may require accommodations for any part of the recruitment process, please send a request to . All requests for accommodations are treated discreetly and confidentially, as practical and permitted by law. Position Overview The Tax Manager position within the Kimball Electronics Shared Services Tax team is focused on supporting the federal, international, state and local compliance and planning areas. This position could be located at Kimball Electronics Headquarters in Jasper, IN or remote and reports to the Director of Corporate Tax. It is a global position that will be responsible for ensuring tax obligations are being accurately, efficiently and timely met, while legally minimizing the tax liability and maximizing after tax profits. Quick Summary Tax Manager key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with tax rules and overseeing related audits, providing leadership and development for the Tax team, assisting with preparation and review of monthly, quarterly and annual income tax provisions, research and advising on new tax laws, rules and regulations and continuous improvement of tax processes to ensure efficiency and accuracy. To be successful, our new team member must be self-motivated, results-driven, deadline-oriented, innovative and collaborative with the ability to think creatively at a global level. The ability to work and communicate with a variety of cultures, languages, situations, departments, and people is a critical skill for this role. The goal is to support, grow, and continuously improve our tax processes for the organization. This requires a willingness to support and promote change, as well as a great deal of patience, critical thinking, attention to detail and problem solving skills. Key Performance Objectives Short Term: (0 to 6 months) Learn KEI Guiding Principles, philosophies, and cultural attributes. Develop a basic understanding of Corporate Tax at KEI including key transactions, processes, interfaces, and current state. Build and maintain business relationships with Finance team members and Business Unit contacts. Motivate, coach and guide the Tax team Ensure compliance with tax rules and oversee the related audits Assist with the preparation and review of the monthly, quarterly and annual income tax provision, reconciliations and ASC 740 schedules Midterm: (6 to 9 months) Provide appropriate resources to assist in growth and development of the Tax team Manage the tax reporting and compliance functions, including coordinating reviews internally and with external advisors Partner with business units to ensure compliance with domestic and foreign taxes and related lending rules Direct compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley documentation requirements as they relate to internal controls over accounting for income taxes Longer Term (9 to 12 months and beyond): Research, advise and lead communications to the Director of Corporate Tax and the Tax team regarding the impact of new and/or changing domestic and foreign tax laws, rules and regulations Continuously seek improvement opportunities for Tax processes to ensure efficiency and accuracy Manage services of outside professional service providers Assist in the software selection for income tax preparation and research Lead the preparation and review of the monthly, quarterly and annual income tax provision, reconciliations and ASC 740 schedules Basic Background Requirements This position will require: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance 7+ years of broad corporate income tax experience preferred Management experience preferred CPA certification is helpful A working knowledge of Microsoft Office (advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems a plus) Effective written and verbal skills Knowledge of or ability to learn U.S. GAAP Knowledge of or ability to learn U.S. and foreign income tax, property tax, and sales and use tax rules Ability to travel occasionally As a global company, we value a culture of curiosity, diversity of thought, and innovation from our employees, customers, and partners. Kimball Electronics is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees' differences are celebrated and supported, and everyone feels safe to bring their authentic selves to work. Kimball Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national orientation, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We strive to create a workplace where every voice is heard, and every idea is respected. The estimated gross base annual salary range for this role is $$per year in New York, California, Washington, Colorado, and Rhode Island. Actual compensation may vary and is dependent on various factors, including a candidate's work location, qualifications, experience, and competencies. Base annual salary is one component of Kimball Electronics' total rewards and competitive benefits package, which may include 401(k), paid time off, learning and development opportunities, and comprehensive health and wellness benefits. Salary history is not used in compensation package decisions. Kimball Electronics utilizes market pay data to determine compensation, so posted compensation ranges are subject to change as new market data becomes available.