Tax Accountant

Job Description

Tax Accountant | POET

The Tone:
This is a full-time, on-site Tax Accountant role at POET, located in Sioux Falls, SD. POET’s mission is to be a good steward of the Earth, converting renewable resources into energy and valuable goods, and has become the largest producer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products. This position is central to supporting POET’s tax function, playing a key role in income tax compliance, strategic tax planning, and critical decision-making throughout the year. The company fosters a collaborative culture where teamwork, open communication, and work-life balance are prioritized, ensuring a productive and engaging environment for those who work hard and celebrate wins. This role is ideal for a results-driven individual eager to learn tax laws and take personal responsibility for solving problems within a supportive team.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Sioux Falls, SD
• Team: Corporate tax team
• Mission: Prepare federal and state income tax returns and tax provisions for POET’s diverse group of entities.
• Tech Stack: ONESOURCE Income Tax, ONESOURCE Tax Provision, tax research platforms

What You’ll Actually Do
• Ensure Compliance: Prepare comprehensive federal and state income tax returns and tax provisions for all entities within POET’s consolidated group.
• Manage Payments: Calculate and manage required estimated tax payments by accurately applying tax laws, regulations, and incorporating forecasted financial data.
• Strategic Planning: Forecast taxable income and liabilities to provide crucial support for tax and cash management planning initiatives.
• Facilitate Solutions: Collaborate with diverse cross-functional teams to effectively gather necessary data, resolve complex tax-related issues, and proactively identify process improvements.
• Conduct Research: Utilize specialized tax research platforms to thoroughly evaluate filing requirements and intricate tax issues using the Internal Revenue Code, Treasury Regulations, and other authoritative guidance.
• Drive Development: Participate actively in engaging training opportunities designed to build role-specific skills and stay current on evolving tax legislation and developments.
• Support Initiatives: Collaborate on various projects and initiatives, applying accounting and tax skills to support the corporate tax team and broader POET business objectives.

The Must-Haves
• Background: A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience is required.
• Experience: No specific prior professional tax experience is a prerequisite for this role; an interest in tax accounting is key.
• Skills: Demonstrated strong attention to detail and thoroughness; ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while providing excellent customer service; strong organizational skills with the capacity to manage multiple priorities effectively; strong communication skills; a positive attitude with an enthusiasm for continuous learning and skill development.
• Bonus: Prior experience with tax preparation or completion of tax-focused college courses; demonstrated experience with ONESOURCE Income Tax and/or ONESOURCE Tax Provision software; a CPA license or active interest in pursuing a CPA license.