Income Tax Accounting Manager

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!

Scotts Miracle-Gro is seeking an experienced Income Tax Manager to lead the company’s income tax compliance function. This role will be responsible for managing federal, state, and local income tax compliance, overseeing audits, and ensuring tax liabilities are minimized through effective planning and application of available credits and incentives. The Income Tax Manager will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with applicable tax laws while optimizing tax strategies.

This person will work a hybrid model out of our global headquarters in Marysville, OH.

Key Responsibilities:

• Income Tax Compliance & Reporting:

  • Lead and oversee the preparation and review of federal, state, and local income and franchise tax returns.

  • Maintain timely and accurate filing of estimated tax payments and extensions.

  • Manage tax compliance process including assignments and timelines.

  • Ensure compliance with global information reporting and transfer pricing documentation requirements.

• Tax Planning & Strategy:

  • Identify and apply tax-saving opportunities, including exemptions, credits, and abatements.

  • Support tax research and planning initiatives in coordination with tax leadership.

  • Assist in implementing tax strategies to optimize the company’s overall tax position.

• Tax Audits & Controversy Management:

  • Manage federal, state, and local income tax audits, including negotiation of settlements.

  • Assess and recommend actions regarding appeals or litigation for tax disputes.

  • Stay current with evolving tax laws, court decisions, and administrative rulings to ensure compliance and identify tax savings opportunities.

• Tax Accounting & Internal Controls:

  • Provide quarterly and annual support for tax accounting, including tax provision (ASC 740) and tax return-to-provision reconciliation.

  • Ensure accurate input into tax accounting software and oversee related journal entries.

  • Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Section 404 requirements.

• Team Leadership & Development:

  • Oversee and mentor tax associates, providing on-the-job training and career development.

  • Manage workloads, deadlines, and resource allocation within the tax team.

  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth within the tax function.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Education & Certification:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

  • CPA, MST, or equivalent preferred.

• Experience:

  • 5+ years of relevant income tax experience, preferably in a corporate tax department or public accounting firm.

  • Strong knowledge of U.S. federal and state income tax laws, compliance, and ASC 740 tax accounting.

  • Experience managing tax audits and controversies preferred.

• Skills & Competencies:

  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

  • Strong leadership and team development abilities.

  • Effective communication and ability to collaborate across departments.

  • Proficiency in tax compliance and accounting software.

The starting budgeted pay range for this role will generally fall between $125,000.00 - $147,100.00 per year. Scotts will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.In addition to the determined base salary, this role is also incentive eligible under our corporate bonus programs.For remote roles where the final candidate resides in Alaska, California, Colorado, Illinois, New York, Oregon or Washington, state required pay thresholds will be factored into base salary.

Here at ScottsMiracle-Gro, we believe providing an enriching and engaging employee experience is what sets us apart from other organizations. We recognize our employees are so much more than just their job title so we offer programs and benefits that support them in all aspects of their lives. Wondering how we do it? Below is a glimpse of our highlight reel…

• Our Live Total Health program provides you with options to align to your personal needs.  Selections range from medical, dental and vision coverage for you, your spouse/domestic partner and dependents to an outstanding wellness reimbursement program to an unbelievable 401K match (up to 7.5%) as well as a 15% discount on company stock and much more

• We know our talent is our most precious asset and your unique development contributes to our organization’s success now and in the future.  Career growth at our company is not always a ladder.  It’s much more like a rock climbing adventure.  Grow through exploration and experiences rather than a predictable linear path.

• We value the importance of family. We provide access to Maven Family Planning and up to $30,000 to accommodate for adoption, fertility and surrogacy.

• Be part of something bigger by joining one of our Employee Resource Groups focusing on diversity and inclusion, family, education and sustainability: Scotts Women’s Network, Scotts Black Employees’ Network, Scotts Veterans Network, Scotts Young Professionals, Scotts Pride Network (GroPride), Scotts Associates for a Greener Earth (SAGE), Scotts Family TREE and our Associate Boards.

• Join a company with a strong belief in giving back to the communities where we live and work.  We have a shared passion for service and volunteerism and believe participating in community service benefits our communities and strengthens our team. 

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Notification to Agencies:

Please note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Scotts Miracle-Gro company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.