Tax Analyst

COMPANY OVERVIEW

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.

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Tax Analyst

POSITION OVERVIEW

This position is responsible for working within Milliken’s corporate tax team. This multi-skilled person should be able to support multiple tax types, including assistance with annual reports, quarterly filings, tax notices, sales and use tax, property tax, exemption certificates, SAP reporting and other administrative tasks as required. Maintains high ethical standards and supports the company’s reputation for integrity. The position is located at the company’s corporate headquarters in Spartanburg, SC, and reports to the Director of State and Local Tax. Any travel would be minimal.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support cross-functional team in the management of sales and use tax, property tax, and reporting.  

• Conduct tax research and interpret state and local regulations.  

• Collaborate with all tax teams including income, sales and use, and property. 

• Provide administrative support to tax return processes and general tax department needs. 

• Identify process optimization opportunities and coordinate implementation of enhancements. 

QUALIFICATIONS – REQUIRED

• Experience in accounting and/or sales and use tax, property tax for manufacturing locations.

• Computer literacy - Microsoft Office expertise, particularly Excel, is required. Knowledge and hands-on experience with SAP, Vertex, and Teams is a plus.
• Familiar with tax research applications and documentation best practices. 

QUALIFICATIONS – PREFERRED

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or minimally an associate’s degree in business, finance, or accounting with requisite experience

Successful Candidates will have strengths in the following:

• Must be self-directed with outstanding organizational skills. Exhibits ability to handle multiple demands with a sense of urgency, drive and energy, especially in a hybrid environment.
• Meets deadlines consistently and works well in cross-functional teams to resolve issues.
• Excellent problem-solving and oral/written communication skills.
• Proactive and diligent in self-review of deliverables.