Job Details:
SUMMARY:
This position is primarily responsible for assisting with the preparation of federal and state income and franchise tax returns and work papers. Other responsibilities include: assisting with the calculation and preparation of quarterly estimated tax payments; assisting with IRS and state income tax audits; performing tax research; various other income tax-related activities.
REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field required. Master's Degree in Accounting or Tax is a plus.
Experience: 2+ years of tax or accounting experience preferred.
Computer Skills: Basic computer skills, with strong Excel aptitude; ability to efficiently learn and work with income tax preparation software, SAP and Word; perform technical research using CCH, BNA, RIA, or other tax research tools.
Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Certifications: CPA certification or currently pursuing certification is a plus.
Special Skills: Ability to multitask, good interpersonal skills, corporate income tax knowledge, and an understanding of financial statements.
Supervisory: None.
Travel: 0 to 3 domestic trips per year.
Special Skills: It is preferred for the candidate to have the ability to multitask, good interpersonal skills, corporate income tax knowledge, and an understanding of financial statements.
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
NoWork Shift:
1ST SHIFT (United States of America)Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.
Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.
The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field
- Master's degree in Accounting or Tax
- 2+ years of tax or accounting experience
- Strong Excel aptitude and basic computer skills
- Ability to learn and use income tax preparation software, SAP, and Microsoft Word
- Experience performing tax research using CCH, BNA, RIA, or similar tools
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- CPA certification or currently pursuing CPA
- Ability to multitask, good interpersonal skills, corporate income tax knowledge, and understanding of financial statements
Tyson Foods Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Tyson Foods and has not been reviewed or approved by Tyson Foods.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage start on day one and are complemented by telehealth, wellbeing programs, and added mental‑health support. Vision and basic dental are available at no additional cost, and preventive care is emphasized.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave has been expanded for birth and adoptive parents, signaling stronger family support. Select locations have piloted childcare solutions to better support shift workers.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with company matching after a year and an employee stock purchase plan are available to build long‑term financial security. Company‑paid life and disability coverage further bolster the protection package.
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What We Do
World's largest processor and marketer of protein food products. We think differently and we act boldly. At Tyson Foods, we're not only ready for tomorrow, we’re leading the way. We are a company of people engaged in the production of food, seeking to pursue truth and integrity, and committed to creating value for our shareholders, our customers, our team members, and our communities. We built our name on providing generations of families with wholesome, great-tasting chicken. But today’s Tyson Foods is so much more. As values and behaviors around food have changed, so have we. Today, we’re innovators uniquely positioned to reshape what it means to feed our world. Today, we not only have the fastest growing portfolio of protein-centric brands, we offer greater transparency into everything we do.
