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At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities. 

 

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

 

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.

 

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MISSION / SUMMARY:

The Tax Manager will work closely with other members of the Corporate Tax Department (including other Corporate Income Tax Managers and the VP of Tax) as well as various individuals in foreign subsidiaries (including foreign controllers and foreign finance directors) to execute various federal, state, and international tax planning and compliance functions.  This role will have a heavier emphasis on international tax planning and compliance functions, including transfer pricing documentation requirements as well as aligning transfer pricing policies to but will also include federal and state income tax projects as well as ASC740 analysis.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage external tax advisor preparation of U.S. international tax compliance, including Forms 5471 and international disclosures. Preparation of U.S. international tax book/tax differences including Subpart F Manage data required to calculate international provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (and/or relevant future tax law changes) including GILTI, FDII and BEAT. Preparation of forecasted U.S. international income inclusions and deductions for quarterly provision and estimated tax purposes Review of all international tax forms included in U.S. tax returns (federal as well as state taxation of federal taxation of international activities) Participate in the corporate income tax provision reporting process with a focus on preparation and review of international provisions and required documentation and management of external advisor assistance where determined necessary. Ensure that the Company is maintaining key internal controls related to international tax.  Develop new internal controls based on changes in structure and/or change in tax laws. Perform tax technical research including analysis and interpretation of relevant tax laws, regulations, etc. Provide global oversight for international local country income tax compliance.  Day to day international compliance responsibilities are with the local subsidiary as is the day-to-day management of local tax advisors. Coordinate with Indirect Tax Manager regarding coordination of international indirect taxes including VAT and GST as well as U.S. entity filings in foreign jurisdictions. Coordinate documentation of transfer pricing for cross-border intercompany sales including ensuring the Company is meeting requirements in all jurisdictions, coordination with FP&A in setting international transfer prices each year, as well as year end and tax return analysis and operational aspects (i.e., invoicing) of any adjustments as needed. Provide oversight of international income tax audits by liaising with local company resources and local tax advisors.  Coordinate with global transfer pricing if applicable. Provide support for international and domestic M&A activity and restructuring activities. Provide support for external audit activities.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience with U.S. and international tax principles Excellent project management skills Strong ASC740 skills Excellent general  accounting and analytical skills Excellent oral and written communication skills Excellent tax research and analysis skills Ability to effectively communicate with all functional organizations and all levels of personnel. Self-starter Ability to work above and below current level when required.

EXPERIENCE:

5 years of progressive corporate income tax experience. Experience in federal and international tax for large multi-national corporations is required. International tax or U.S. taxation of international operations experience. Experience communicating within a global organization with colleagues in foreign locations. Experience with multi-national acquisition tax integration projects is a plus. Operational transfer pricing experience is a plus. ASC740 experience in a public company context. Public accounting experience required, corporate tax experience and manufacturing experience a plus.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance CPA (preferred) Masters of Tax (preferred)

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Hybrid work schedule (office/virtual) available.

 

Pay Range:   $112,560.00 - $150,045.00

 

Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Click here to view the Poster, EEO is the Law.

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