J. R. Simplot Company

Director of Small Business Tax & Accounting

J. R. Simplot Company • $100K — $130K *
Boise, ID 83709In-Person
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required.
  • 10+ years of accounting experience, focusing on tax.
  • Experience in wealth management, estate planning, and complex financial structures.
  • Valid Certified Public Accountant license required.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee preparation and filings of various tax returns including federal and state C Corp, S Corp, partnership, trust, and private foundation tax returns.
  • Lead a team of accounting and tax professionals overseeing tax reporting for the Simplot family businesses.
  • Collaborate with corporate departments to document related party transactions in closely held businesses.
  • Identify tax-related challenges and propose alternative solutions to business situations.
  • Conduct tax research and special projects to support family business transitions.
  • Ensure processes support generational shifts in workforce and estate administration.
  • Manage relationships with investment advisors and banking institutions, reviewing strategies and proposing alternatives.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead and influence a multi-generational family business.
  • Engagement with various corporate departments for comprehensive tax strategy.
  • Diverse responsibilities involving risk management and solutions-oriented tasks.
  • Work with closely held businesses, philanthropy, and investment strategies that align with family values.
Full Job Description
Summary of Responsibilities

Apply strategic level thinking, risk management and the ability to navigate family dynamics involving unique investments, tax structures and family-specific financial goals. Apply extensive knowledge of tax and accounting principles to assist with estate planning and administration pertaining to closely held businesses. Responsible for tax filings and financial statement reporting for closely held businesses, exempt orgs, and trusts.

Essential Position Responsibilities

  • Oversee preparation and filings of federal and state C Corp, S Corp, partnership, trust, and private foundation tax returns.
  • Lead a team of accounting and tax professionals and oversee ongoing cycle of accounting and tax reporting for Simplot family businesses.
  • Partner with multiple corporate departments to accurately document related party transactions and history of closely held businesses.
  • Identify potential problems, risks and propose alternate solutions to business tax situations.
  • Perform tax research and other special projects to support family business needs and transitions.
  • Ensure processes and systems will support business record keeping needs throughout generational shifts in work force, family estate administration, and potential IRS audits.
  • Manage and coordinate tax and legal consulting, operating agreements, and trustees as it relates to multi-generational estate planning and business objectives.
  • Manage relationships with investment advisors, banking institutions and report on quarterly returns through periodic review of investment strategies, proposing alternatives when applicable.


Education and Work Experience

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required.
  • 10+ years of experience in accounting with an emphasis in tax required.
  • Experience in wealth management, estate planning and complex financial structures.
  • Valid Certified Public Accountant license.


Knowledge & Skills

  • Extensive knowledge of tax accounting principles and IRS regulations, with an understanding of the broader context of family wealth, including philanthropy and generational transfer of assets.
  • Skills in networking and developing relationships with an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to communicate complex tax and financial concepts to family members
  • Ability to work on multiple projects and meet deadlines by accurately and efficiently establishing priorities.
  • Contribute to the family's long-term financial success exhibiting adaptability to the evolving nature of financial markets, tax laws, and family dynamics.


Required Certifications

  • Valid Certified Public Accountant license.

Job Requisition ID: 26086

Travel Required:

Location(s): Simplot Headquarters - Boise

Country: United States

About J. R. Simplot Company

J. R. Simplot Company is a privately held food and agriculture company based in Boise, Idaho. The company produces and markets a wide range of food products, including potatoes, vegetables, fruits, and grains. It also provides fertilizers, seeds, and other agricultural products and services. J. R. Simplot Company was founded in 1929 by John Richard Simplot and is still owned by the Simplot family. The company has operations in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Australia, and China.
Learn more about J. R. Simplot Company
Size
10,000 employees
Industry
Food & Beverages
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