Cpa Jobs in Normal, IL (NOW HIRING)

SALARY RANGE: $79,500.00 - $109,287.50
GROWMARK is an agricultural cooperative serving almost 400,000 customers across North America, providing agronomy, energy, facility engineering and construction, and logistics products and services, as well as grain marketing and risk management services. Headquartered in Bloomington, Illinois, GROWMARK owns the FS trademark, which is used by its member cooperatives. GROWMARK also owns and operates SEEDWAY, the largest full-line seed company in the United States. More information is available at growmark.com.
PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT
Under the direction of the Tax Director, oversees the preparation, review, and filing of motor fuel, sales, and environmental tax returns and payments related to the business operations of GROWMARK retail divisions and its subsidiary companies. Ensures all filings and payments are accurate, timely, and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Maintains and continuously improves control processes to support compliance, mitigate risk, and ensure proper amounts are remitted to taxing authorities.
SUPERVISION AND LEADERSHIP
Leads, supervises, and develops a team of Excise Tax Accountants responsible for gathering, analyzing, and preparing excise tax data from retail divisions and subsidiary entities to support accurate and timely tax filings. Provides strategic guidance, establishes priorities, and fosters a collaborative and accountable team environment focused on accuracy, efficiency, and professional growth.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Oversees the preparation of motor fuel, environmental, and sales tax returns and related tax payments for GROWMARK retail divisions and subsidiary companies.
Analyzes and determines appropriate tax configurations and reporting within Agvance and related systems; gathers and evaluates retail division and subsidiary data to ensure accurate tax billing calculations and resolves system-related discrepancies.
Maintains and expands knowledge of Agvance functionality and underlying data structures to identify root causes of issues and evaluate related tax and accounting impacts.
Reviews tax return preparation and reconciliation processes across retail divisions and subsidiaries to optimize performance, providing recommendations for and supporting process improvements, including the use of data analytics tools. Plans and executes updates to electronic filing and control systems as needed.
Maintains technical expertise in motor fuel, excise, sales, environmental, and other applicable tax areas, as well as ERP processes and third-party tax software where tax calculations and reporting are impacted.
Provides guidance to retail divisions and subsidiaries to ensure accurate billing and proper recording of taxes. Oversees the reconciliation of financial accounts related to motor fuel, environmental, and sales taxes.
Serves as a liaison between the tax department and GROWMARK retail divisions, subsidiary entities, IT, and other internal stakeholders regarding tax compliance matters.
Manages responses to audits conducted by taxing authorities related to motor fuel, environmental, and sales tax filings.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS
Maintains professional relationships with taxing authorities.
Responds to tax information requests from GROWMARK employees, retail divisions, and subsidiaries.
Researches and applies tax laws and compliance requirements for new jurisdictions related to retail divisions and subsidiary expansion, including coordinating registration, filing, and reporting obligations.
Supports the development of team skill levels and promotes expanded use of Agvance and other process improvement and data analysis tools.
Follows GROWMARK's Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.
Responsible for encouraging, supporting, and promoting innovative practices, ideas, and technologies within the team.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Typically requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience, along with 3-5 years of relevant experience demonstrating the ability to provide tax, process analysis, and compliance leadership.
CPA, MBA, or similar designation preferred to demonstrate advanced accounting and business knowledge.
Prefer 2+ years of supervisory experience leading and developing a team.
Understanding of specialized tax regulations related to motor fuel, environmental, and sales taxes, with the ability to apply tax knowledge to business transactions and determine appropriate taxability.
Experience with tax and accounting-related areas, including internal controls, business operations and process analysis, billing system controls, tax compliance, master data structures, accounting information systems, policies and procedures, risk management, business ethics, and regulatory compliance.
Strong professional communication, interpersonal, persuasion, and customer service skills. Demonstrated planning, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
Proven team-building skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented environment.
Strong computer skills, including experience with spreadsheets, databases, data analytics, and query tools. Ability to understand and leverage third-party accounting and information systems to enhance business processes, facilitate analysis, and support informed decision-making.
Demonstrated core competencies including business acumen, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision-making, and continuous skill development.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and have the ability to travel independently, including overnight travel as needed.
Ability to work extended hours, as necessary, to meet tax deadlines.
Ability and willingness to participate in required training, including education on GROWMARK's policies and procedures, as well as additional training relevant to the position.
At GROWMARK, we are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees through a fully funded pension, a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work-life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and parental leave, giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally, our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement, while our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall well-being. Whether you're starting your career, balancing family life, or planning for retirement, our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.
Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.
We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.
Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.
SECURING YOUR FUTURE, ONE BENEFIT AT A TIME.
Our benefits package is designed to support every aspect of our employees' well-being-from health plans to paid time off, a fully funded pension, and more.
We provide benefits that meet their needs today while also ensuring a secure future with comprehensive retirement plans for long-term financial stability.
Offerings include, but are not limited to:

• Pension
• 401(k) & Employer Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• HSA & Employer Contributions
• Life Insurance
• Disability
• Identity Protection