Income Tax Accountant

They say you are the company you keep - and at Cracker Barrel, we take that seriously. At the Store Support Center, we're in the business of serving those who serve our guests. Whether you're designing solutions, telling our story, or setting our teams up for success, your work makes a difference every single day. Here, the work means more because we take pride in doing it together. So, join our team and find your place, because here...we're all in good company.

What You'll Do - You'll Make the Moment

• Accounting
  • Prepares journal entries for tax accounting
  • Completes monthly account reconciliations and roll forwards of tax balances
  • Prepares legal entity accounting entries, subsidiary financial statements and researches intercompany activity
  • Assists with uncertain tax position tracking and entries
  • Assists with SEC disclosure support
• Compliance
  • Calculates book to tax adjustments for income tax returns
  • Prepares book reclass and intercompany elimination workpapers
  • Prepares state apportionment workpapers
  • Completes forecasts of required quarterly tax payments as well as extension calculations and ensures timely deposits of estimated tax
• Audit Support
  • Responds to notices and schedules income tax audits
  • Organizes document production for federal and state tax authorities and external auditors
  • Assists with preparing and providing support for income and franchise tax appeals
  • Prepares audit settlement reconciliations and entries
• Process Design Projects and Support
  • Works with management to implement process improvement and/or system improvement opportunities related to legal entity accounting, compliance, estimated taxes, and tax accounting models
  • Identifies and evaluates additional opportunities for process and/or system improvement. Recommends solutions and assists with implementation.
  • Monitors tax legislation and advises on business impact of proposed law changes.

• Bachelor in accounting from an accredited university and 1-2 years of related experience.
• CPA or CPA eligible preferred.
• Basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and monthly journal entries and reconciliations. Tax accounting experience a plus.
• One to two years' experience with federal, state and local tax compliance.
• Basic understanding of tax and/or accounting systems as well as maintaining a system of internal control.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel required. Experience with Blackline, AS400 or similar enterprise resource planning and accounting software a plus.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities, coordinate multiple assignments simultaneously and complete projects within deadlines
• High degree of integrity

Focus on You

We're all about making sure you're taken care of too. Here's what's in it for you:

• Good Work Deserves Good Pay: Competitive Annual Salary | Annual Bonus Opportunities

• Support That Goes Beyond the Clock: Medical, Rx, Dental and Vision Benefits on Day 1| Life Insurance and Disability Coverage | Paid Vacation/Employee Assistance Program

• Grow and Thrive Your Way: Business Resource Groups | Tuition Reimbursement | Professional Development

• Culture of Belonging: Support that starts on day one | Onboarding, training, and development to help you thrive | Recognition programs and employee events that bring us together

• Invest in Your Future: 401k Plan with Company Matching Contributions at 90 days | Employee Stock Purchase Program

• More Perks, Just Because: 35% Discount on Cracker Barrel Food and Retail items | Exclusive Biscuit Perks like discounts on home, travel, cell phones, and more!

A Little About Us

Since 1969, Cracker Barrel has been a place to gather around delicious food, abundant servings, unexpected finds, and a warm welcome. Over time, it's become even more - somewhere folks can reconnect and feel at home. With more than 70,000 team members nationwide, we take pride in our roots -- always serving up more than a meal.

See for yourself. Apply now.

Cracker Barrel is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or any other class expressly protected by law.