Tax Specialist - State & Local

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At Molson Coors, we tackle big challenges and defy the status quo.  With a proud legacy of excellence, an incredible portfolio of beer, seltzers, spirits, and non-alcohol brands, and a bold vision for our future... we’re on the path to transforming the beverage industry.  That requires remarkable individuals who are curious, tenacious, and never afraid to fail forward. 

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Here’s to crafting careers and creating new legacies. 

Crafted Highlights:    

In the role of Global Business Services (GBS) Tax Specialist working in Milwaukee, WI you will be part of the Record to Report (RTR) – North America team. You will be responsible for processing Sales and Use tax returns, providing guidance and support to sales and use tax inquiries, providing technical support in the Vertex software, as well as processing Distributor claims. This position reports to the GBS Record to Report Team Lead. 

What You’ll Be Brewing:  

• Responsible for ensuring all required Sales & Use tax and other miscellaneous tax reports for Molson Coors and its affiliates are documented and filed timely and accurately.  

• Prepare tax exemption certificates in compliance with state tax law at the request of internal and external customer.  

• Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations as required for indirect tax.  

• Monitor the shared tax inboxes for Molson Coors and timely respond to tax inquiries in accordance with tax law.  

• Assist with indirect tax audits as requested, including compilation of documents requested by auditor.  

• Support the multistate team with miscellaneous projects as requested.  

• Update Vertex software with tax rules and new material groups are created.  

• Ability to troubleshoot SAP and Vertex discrepancies for tax filings.  

• Manage Distributors claims to ensure that State and Federal Excise taxes are accounted for properly along with ensuring that appropriate documentation is attach for filing compliance and audit.  

Key Ingredients:  

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting (preferred) OR equivalent experience (4+ years) in the field of State and Local tax laws  

• You have strong PC skills including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, SAP.  

• You will have strong analytical ability to research tax laws, particularly in the areas of sales and use tax and excise tax, to resolve tax issues.  

• You have familiar knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (IFRS and US GAAP) and internal controls.  

• You love a challenge. You complete complex projects quickly and adeptly with your understanding of business priorities.  

• You build relationships and collaborate to get to the desired outcome but can also work independently as needed.  

• You take accountability for results – acting with integrity and honoring commitments.  

• You have a thirst for learning – you are always looking for ways to learn and help one another grow.  

• You exhibit our core values.  

Beverage Bonuses:   

• Flexible work programs that support work life balance including a hybrid work model of 4 days in the office 

• Participation in our Total Rewards program with a competitive base salary, incentive plans, parental leave, health, dental, vision, retirement plan options with incredible employer match, generous paid time off plans, an engaging Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with amazing resources 

• On site Pub, access to cool brand clothing and swag, top events and, of course... free beer and beverages!  

• We care about our People and Planet and have challenged ourselves with stretch goals around our key priorities   

• We care about our communities, and play our part to make a difference – from charitable donations to hitting the streets together to build parks, giving back to the community is part of our culture and who we are  

• Engagement with a variety of Business Resource Groups, which can provide volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking through the organization  

• Ability to grow and develop your career centered around our First Choice Learning opportunities 

• Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences