Tax Accountant

About the role

Kering Eyewear, part of the global Luxury group Kering, is the most relevant player in the Luxury Eyewear market segment. We design, develop, manufacture, and distribute eyewear that blends creativity, innovation, and quality. Our portfolio spans a wide range of iconic brands including Gucci, Cartier, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, McQueen, Valentino, Chloé, Alaïa, Montblanc, Dunhill, Puma, and our proprietary brands LINDBERG, Maui Jim, and Zeal Optics. By combining industry expertise with a commitment to sustainability, we help our brands redefine design and craft eyewear that captivates consumers worldwide. At Maui Jim, you can expect a unique culture, a well-known brand, and the opportunity to grow with a company that has a great reputation. We offer an inclusive, collaborative and “high touch” work environment that values the members of our ‘Ohana. We work hard to develop our leaders who in turn develop their team members to reach their full potential, and we are committed to building a team that focuses on solid customer service. The major function of this position is: To be a dedicated resource for the Company’s global tax compliance, reporting, planning, and accounting responsibilities for the Company and its subsidiary entities. Areas of responsibility will include all tax types including income, sales & use, VAT, GST, IVA, franchise, and property. Additional areas of responsibility include assistance with tax audits, involvement in tax planning, and operational understanding of transactional tax information systems. Additional functions include tax research, continual process improvement, and participation in or leadership of other projects within the dynamic environment of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the completion of sales and use tax reporting (monthly, quarterly, and annually).
• Review monthly data used in tax return preparation and approve filings.
• Prepare the detailed federal income tax computation, including calculation of book/tax differences and all supporting work papers.
• Serve as a resource for preparing or overseeing the tax compliance and procedures of all Maui Jim companies across all tax types and tax jurisdictions.
• Assist in calculating quarterly income tax estimated payments both international and domestic.
• Prepare income tax extensions.
• Possess a strong knowledge of the tax requirements of accounting for fixed assets.
• Review all tax aspects of fixed asset accounting.
• Responsible for procedures surrounding tax account reconciliations and any related journal entries.
• Assist with all worldwide tax audits.
• Handle communication with auditors and oversee the collection and preparation of audit support data.
• Represent the company’s interests in a way that promotes integrity and honesty.
• Work collaboratively with the Director of Global Taxes to manage relationships with outsourced service providers both international and domestic.
• Serve as internal tax resource for other departments and individuals within the organization.
• Understand the company’s transfer pricing strategy