Accounting/Tax Analyst

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow’s breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance people’s lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken’s curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

POSITION TITLE

Accounting/Tax Analyst

POSITION OVERVIEW

This position is responsible for assisting in the preparation of income tax returns, financial statements and other related responsibilities as discussed below.  The job is located at the company’s corporate headquarters in Spartanburg, SC and reports directly to the Director, Shareholder Office.  Any travel would be minimal.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of multiple legal entities (including LLC’s, C-Corporations and S-Corporations)
• Manage the general ledgers and financial reporting processes for each of these legal entities
• Coordinate with external auditors in the completion of annual audits of the financial statements of various legal entities
• Prepare budgets and budget variance analyses for various legal entities
• Prepare income tax returns and other filings for legal entities (including LLC’s, C-Corporations and S-Corporations)
• Win the confidence of and maintain a good professional relationship with customers
• Prepare income forecasts and execute estimated income tax payments for legal entities
• Prepare financial analyses for planning meetings

QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

• Bachelors degree in Accounting; CPA strongly preferred
• 2+ years experience with a Big Four or regional public accounting firm
• A very well-developed understanding of accounting, income tax and other tax matters
• A good understanding of the capital markets (including behavior, accounting for and taxation of a variety of financial instruments)
• A deep understanding of Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks
• An ability to grasp and utilize income tax preparation software
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• A talent for multi-tasking, working under pressure and meeting deadlines
• Meticulous attention to details
• Strong analytical abilit

Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.