Senior Tax Accountant

Why Valvoline Global Operations?
 
At Valvoline Global Operations, we’re proud to be The Original Motor Oil, but we’ve never rested on being first. Founded in 1866, we introduced the world’s first branded motor oil, staking our claim as a pioneer in the automotive and industrial solutions industry. Today, as an affiliate of Aramco, one of the world’s largest integrated energy and chemicals companies, we are driven by innovation and committed to creating sustainable solutions for a better future.

With a global presence, we develop future-ready products and provide best-in-class services for our partners around the world. For us, originality isn’t just about where we began; it’s about where we’re headed and how we’ll lead the way. We are originality in motion.

Our corporate values—Care, Integrity, Passion, Unity, and Excellence—are at the heart of everything we do. These values define how we operate, how we treat one another, and how we engage with our partners, customers, and the communities we serve. At Valvoline Global, we are united in our commitment to:

•    Treating everyone with care.
•    Acting with unwavering integrity.
•    Striving for excellence in all endeavors.
•    Delivering on our commitments with passion.
•    Collaborating as one unified team.

When you join Valvoline Global, you’ll become part of a culture that celebrates creativity, innovation, and excellence. Together, we’re shaping the future of automotive and industrial solutions.

Valvoline Global Operations Headquarters is located in Lexington, KY. We prefer candidates willing to work an in-office work schedule (3 days per week). We're also open to candidates living in nearby markets (i.e. Louisville or Cincinnati), but willing to visit HQs weekly. 

How You’ll Make An Impact

The Senior Tax Accountant position requires (a) significant experience with corporate tax compliance processes and practices; (b) significant corporate tax subject matter expertise (federal, state, local); (c) some experience in tax accounting and tax provision matters; and (d) experience with ERP and tax software platforms. The expectation is that the incumbent will be able to prepare, and file tax returns using available IT platforms with minimal supervision and perform the tax accounting required to reflect the tax compliance functions, and also be guide and train lower-level staff as needed.

Responsibilities Include

• Reviews, prepares, and processes, with co-source service provider, most complicated federal (including US International forms), state, and local income tax returns, including supporting workpapers and analysis and internal controls and retention policies with minimum amount of guidance and supervision; assist junior team members.
• Reviews and prepares tax provision calculations, workpapers and supporting schedules based on SAP financial records and support internal controls and retention policies with minimum amount of guidance and supervision; assist junior team members.
• Reviews, prepares and processes federal, state, and local income extensions and estimated payment calculations and returns with minimum amount of guidance and supervision; assist junior team members.
• Supports research of tax law changes and tax planning opportunities with minimum amount of guidance and supervision; assist junior team members.
• Support tax controversy / tax audit defense / tax authority inquiries with minimum amount of guidance and supervision; assist junior team members.
• Support tax technology administration

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree (preferably Accounting) or equivalent combination of experience and education (“ECEE”)
• 3-5+ years’ experience required.
• Requires solid tax and accounting technical skills in financial analysis
• Advanced experience with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office products (Word, PPT, Outlook)
• Experience with tax software (i.e. OneSource, CorpTax, Vertex, etc.)
• Experience with ERP systems (i.e. SAP, JD Edwards, etc.)

What Will Set You Apart

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (or CPA Eligible), admitted to the bar, etc. a plus

Benefits That Drive Themselves

• Health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
• HSA and flexible spending accounts
• 401(k)
• Incentive opportunity*
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays*
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement*
• Adoption assistance*

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Valvoline Global is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and skills. We strictly prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We are committed to ensuring accessibility throughout our recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any stage of the recruitment or selection process, please contact us at:.

•    Email: Valvolineglobalcareers@valvolineglobal.com

This contact information is solely for accommodation requests. For inquiries about application status, please use the appropriate channels listed in your application materials.

Are You Ready to Make an Impact?

At Valvoline Global, we’re looking for passionate and talented individuals to join our journey of innovation and excellence. Are you ready to shape the future with us? Apply today.

Requisition ID: 1528