Mission of the Role

This role would work in our Bloomington, MN office with a flexible schedule of 4 days in office.

This role will focus primarily on income tax compliance and tax accounting, while also supporting a variety of general accounting functions. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of corporate income tax as well as accounting/financial reporting according to US GAAP and IFRS.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the filing of regular tax returns, with focus on income tax.
• Manage the calendar of reporting events for tax filings, and all census related submissions.
• Coordinate and manage tax audits, inquiries, and notices from tax authorities.
• Maintain documentation and records related to tax filings, provisions, and other tax-related activities.
• Develop and maintain tax plans, compliance procedures and risk assessment frameworks, to ensure effective tax management.
• Collaborate with the headquarter in Germany as well as other departments and teams, such as finance, legal and operations, to ensure alignment and coordination on tax matters.
• Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders on tax implications of business decisions and transactions.
• Stay updated with changes in tax laws and regulations and proactively identify potential risks or opportunities for the organization.
• Foster a culture of tax compliance and awareness throughout the organization, providing training and support as needed.
• Collaborate with global finance and accounting teams to ensure our tax strategies and policies are implemented accurately per national tax compliances.
• Maintain and reconcile tax-related general ledger accounts.
• Monitor and develop internal controls to minimize financial risk and identify areas of opportunity. 
• Prepare timely and accurate financial statements. Provide ad hoc financial reports or related support as needed.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned or required by management.

Key Qualifications

• Experience: 5-7+ years of professional experience in Finance and Accounting.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting is required.
• Certifications:  CPA preferred but not required.
• Position-specific Qualifications:
  • Comprehensive understanding of generally accepted accounting principles or international financial reporting standards.
  • Experience working with corporate senior management possessing a respected competence in all things financial.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Organizational skill to identify priorities and meet deadlines, and computer skills in identifying flow of transactions.
  • Excellent analytical and project management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Computer/Technological: Professional competence with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), SAP experience preferred.
• Language: Professional written and spoken fluency in English required.
• Schedule: Generally Monday to Friday, full time; be on-call on some weekends (if required). 
• General Working Conditions: Be able to usually work in an office environment; flexible (hybrid) work arrangements available. 
• Travel: The position does not require travel.
• Physical Demands: General office environment space and exposure. Computer monitor more than 4 hours a day.
• Work Status: Legally permitted to work in the country you are applying and willing to undergo an employment background check (*This position is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future).

Compensation

The base salary is one part of our Total Rewards package and is determined within a range.  The starting base salary range for this position is listed below; the actual starting salary will be based on a variety of factors including experience, skill set, education, performance, licenses/certifications, business needs and other job-related factors, as permitted by law.

• Starting Base Annual Salary Range:   $74,550 - $102,500
• Bonus Eligibility: This role is NOT eligible for an annual bonus.