Director, Tax

Overview

Oversee tax planning, compliance, and reporting across multiple entities for a diversified business.

Key Responsibilities

• tax compliance
• tax planning
• tax reporting
• team management
• advisor coordination
• data analytics

Tasks

The Director of Tax is responsible for overseeing all tax planning, compliance, and reporting activities for the company’s packing, farming and real estate operations. This includes both cash and accrual basis taxpayers across multiple entities and ownership structures. The successful candidate will manage a small in-house tax team, coordinate with external advisors, and serve as a strategic partner in managing risk and optimizing tax outcomes for the business and its owners. -Lead and manage all tax functions for the organization including income, property, sales/use, and other applicable taxes. -Supervise and mentor tax staff, ensuring ongoing development and performance. -Coordinate and manage external tax advisors, consultants, and auditors as needed. -Drive continuous improvement and efficiency through the use of current tax and accounting technologies (e.g., workflow automation, data analytics tools, dashboards). -Develop and implement tax planning strategies to support business operations and long-term goals. -Provide strategic tax planning and compliance support for estate and succession planning -Work collaboratively with finance, legal, and operations teams on tax-related matters. -Ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws and filing deadlines. -Maintain detailed knowledge of changes in tax regulations and proactively assess their impact. -Oversee preparation and review of federal and state tax returns for corporations, partnerships, LLCs, and individuals. -Provide tax guidance and support on business transactions, including entity restructuring, acquisitions, and real estate development activities. -Support CFO with tax provision and financial reporting implications.

Requirements

• cpa
• tax compliance
• fas 109
• cash accrual
• 7+ years
• analytical

What You Bring

-Valid CA DL/Clean drivers record may be required. -Strong experience with entity-level and individual tax compliance and planning. -Experience in agriculture or real estate industries a plus. -Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s in Taxation preferred). -CPA designation required. -Demonstrated expertise in both cash and accrual basis taxpayers. -Thorough understanding of FAS 109 -7+ years of progressive tax experience, with at least 2 years at the manager level in public accounting or a private company. -Strong analytical and organizational skills. -Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

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About Fowler Packing Company

-Expanded into table grapes under the Samsons brand, later introducing mandarins and the Peelz citrus line. -Emphasizes consistency in product quality and branding. -Operates with high-tech farming, cooling, robotic sorting, and solar infrastructure.

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