Sun Holdings provides world-class franchise management services to the franchise ownership teams of some of America’s most popular restaurants. Brands serviced include over 1,200 Applebee’s, Arby's, Burger King, Cantina Laredo, Golden Corral, Freebirds World Burrito, IHOP, McAlister’s, Papa John’s, Popeye’s, Taco Bueno, and Uncle Julio's locations in 35 States. The collective portfolio of brands we provide franchise management services to makes up one of the largest franchisee organizations in the U.S.

Job Summary: One of the country’s top franchise organizations is looking for a Tax Manager to manage all aspects of our tax process which includes serving as the liaison for our outside sales tax preparation company, working with our outside income tax preparation company, auditing returns, reconciling withholdings, submitting timely and accurate payments, software implementation to improve the process, educating staff to minimize assessments and serve as the point person for all tax audits.

You’ll be responsible for preparing and auditing monthly tax documents and updating software. You will perform financial transactions and post them in the general ledger, with strong attention to detail. You will also carry out relevant administrative duties (e.g., responding to tax agencies via email and handling invoices). Ultimately, you will ensure the company’s tax payments are timely and accurate.

Benefits and Perks:

401K with company match

Health insurance, including Medical, Dental, and Vision

HSA with company match

Earned Wage Access, Instant Pay Card

Ancillary benefits include STD, LTD, and Life insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

FREE lunch at local brand-related restaurants

PerkSpot corporate nationwide discount program

And much more!

Responsibilities

Maintain and update tax records and files

Examine tax policies and review tax payments and returns

Post transactions and categorize records in the general ledger (e.g. by assets, liabilities, and expenses)

Reconcile tax payments

Analyze transactions with internal and external stakeholders

Accrue the correct amount of tax

Prepare documents for audits

Advise staff on tax issues via email or phone

Apply new accounting policies and ensure compliance with rules and regulations

Report to the Chief Financial Officer and work to improve financial processes

Responsible for the following taxes: Sales and Use Tax, Income Tax (Federal, State, and Local), and indirectly responsible for Payroll Taxes

Requirements

Similar experience as a tax manager, analyst, or a relevant role in accounting

Excellent use of Microsoft Office Word and Excel; excellent with spreadsheets

Knowledge of an accounting information system is a plus

Excellent math skills

Attention to detail

Strong organizational and communication skills

Confidentiality and integrity

Degree in Accounting; Tax specialty is a plus

This position is located onsite Monday through Friday at our corporate headquarters in Dallas, Texas, where our engaging and collaborative culture helped earn us a spot on Newsweek's list of America’s Greatest Workplaces in 2024. Want to learn more about who we are? Visit us at www.sunholdings.net.

We at Sun Holdings are committed to delivering a rewarding experience to our customers and a stimulating career environment for our employees.

Sun Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer