Payroll Tax Lead

Who are we, and what do we do?
As the world’s only major agriscience company completely dedicated to agriculture, we’re building a culture that stays curious, thinks differently, acts boldly and takes a stand on what’s right for our customers, our co-workers, our partners and our planet. We know we’ve got big challenges to solve – we hope you’ll be part of the solution.

Corteva Agriscience is seeking a Payroll Tax Lead to join our Payroll Department. We are looking for a payroll tax expert to manage and facilitate the accurate preparation and filing of our company’s state and federal payroll tax forms. The ideal candidate is a team player that works with payroll, accounting and leadership teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and potential areas of risk. The Payroll Tax Lead will ensure compliance with state, federal and international tax law through a series of systems and system controls that are designed to ensure accurate, timely reporting. They will monitor current and impending changes to tax regulations and make the appropriate updates to policies and strategies. The ideal candidate is single minded in their pursuit of ensuring compliance and achieves this goal through optimizing reporting procedures and driving the successful function of payroll tax processing.

Primary Responsibilities - How will you help us Grow!

• Facilitate and manage the preparation and review company federal payroll tax returns and the accurate, timely filing of all payroll tax forms.
• Ensure accurate, timely filing of other business-related filings.
• Find and implement opportunities for process improvement in company payroll tax procedures.
• Develop and implement strategic payroll tax planning for all necessary federal and state payroll taxes.
• Serve as the subject matter expert on payroll tax compliance, advising internal stakeholders on payroll tax implications and regulatory changes.
• Serve as the subject matter expert on payroll tax compliance, advising internal stakeholders on payroll tax implications and regulatory changes.
• Maintain effective control procedures over all aspects of the tax process.
• Manage and facilitate federal, state and local payroll tax audits: preparing responses, creating schedules, etc.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory tax law developments, communicate the effects of these developments to management and create strategies to capitalize on changes to taxation legislation.
• Provide support with various internal audits and special tax related projects.
• Review tax returns and quarterly/yearly tax projections.
• Research and resolve payroll-related tax notices.
• Oversee tax account registrations, closures and maintenance across all jurisdictions.
• Oversee tax account registrations, closures and maintenance across all jurisdictions.

Education and Experience – What you'll bring to the table!

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required.
• 5+ years of experience in a payroll taxes or public accountant role and at least 2 years of experience in a tax management role. 
• Extensive individual/corporate/partnership tax knowledge.
• Strong accounting, analytical, and research skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of tax code, compliance, and procedures for corporations.
• Familiarity with U.S. federal, state and local reporting requirements.
• Strong experience with a variety of tax operations and the ability to drive process improvements.
• Strong ability to utilize project management and accounting best practices to organize and prioritize tasks and the tasks of other tax team members.
• Ability to work well independently as well as the ability to work well with stakeholders and communicate the benefits of tax initiatives.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Preferred candidates have a current CPA license and a master’s degree in an accounting discipline.
• The Payroll Tax Lead must be proficient with the following software/tools: Strong skills and experience with Word, Outlook, Excel, QuickBooks. Familiarity with SAP, SmartCompliance, ADP GlobalView, and BNA.

Benefits – How We’ll Support You:

• Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills

• Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place

• Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment

• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays

• Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father

• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

• Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits

• Check out life at Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life

Are you a good match? Apply today! We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

The salary range for this position is $82,000.00 to $103,000.00.

This reflects a reasonable estimate of the targeted base salary for this role. This role is also eligible for an annual bonus. Based on factors such as geographic location and candidate qualifications, actual base pay is determined when an employment offer is made.

Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.