Experience something categorically different. With over 1,200 stores throughout the U.S., designs to expand internationally, a thriving digital ecosystem and a growth trajectory that’s put Wall Street on notice, Ulta Beauty provides dynamic challenges for those who want to apply their financial acumen to ever-increasing levels of complexity. Professional ownership. Diverse and ever-evolving projects. Greater levels of impact. The ability to influence decisions and organizational direction. It’s all part of the daily experience of our Finance & Accounting associates.
If you want a collaborative environment where continual learning, career self-determination and trust are prioritized, where an engaged leadership provides deep levels of support and guidance, Ulta Beauty is uniquely positioned to deliver greater levels of career satisfaction. Are you up for the challenge?
THE IMPACT YOU CAN HAVE:
This position will assist the Tax Director in supporting all Federal Income Tax Compliance, Federal Income Tax Accounting, Tax Financial Statement disclosures and footnotes, monthly tax budgets and cash tax forecasting, Federal Income Tax Audits, Transfer Pricing, SOX controls, Federal Income Tax Credits & Incentives, Legal Entity Maintenance, and reporting for the entire Ulta Beauty organization. This role will help maximize the company’s overall tax position and risk from a federal income tax perspective. This role will be responsible for ensuring all federal tax compliance and federal tax accounting related items are completed by required deadlines and all SOX control objectives are met. There will be extensive interface with other areas of tax, individuals in finance, business partners throughout the organization and external business partners regarding current federal income tax and accounting issues. In addition, this role will provide support for various tax planning initiatives as assigned by management.
YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH THESE GOALS BY:
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end federal income tax provision
Prepare all federal income tax returns, excise tax returns, and other miscellaneous tax filings
Prepare all federal income tax estimates and extensions
Prepare monthly tax budgets and cash tax forecasting
Prepare and gather documentation for financial external reporting auditors
Prepare/Oversee meals & entertainment analysis to ensure proper tax treatment
Prepare/Oversee monthly federal tax depreciation analysis to ensure proper tax treatment of fixed assets
Prepare monthly transfer pricing analysis and journal entries
Prepare legal entity maintenance and new account analysis
Preparation and analysis of the company’s federal ASC740-10 reserves
Lead and coordinate federal income tax audits, including the preparation of responses to information document requests, preparation of appeals and other correspondence
Monitor and analyze notices and correspondences from the IRS and coordinate proper responses
Maintenance and reconciliation of accrued federal income tax liabilities
Lead process to ensure all SOX control documentation is complete and coordinate responses to internal and external requests
Monitor current federal income tax developments and legislative changes and advise management on tax issues related to the company
Continually strive to improve processes and assist with implementing best practices
Provides support for various tax planning initiatives
THE ESSENTIALS FOR SUCCESS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required
five to eight years of progressive tax experience required
Master’s Degree in taxation/accounting/finance or JD preferred (or credit equivalent)
Previous experience in a corporate tax environment required (4 – 5 years minimum)
CPA or pursuit is desired
Strong communication and personnel management skills
Strong commitment to excellent customer service
Strong analytical skills
Research proficiency
Must have the ability to assist management on large, multiple time sensitive compliance issues
Demonstrate strong user and working knowledge of tax systems (Corptax or One Source a plus), Microsoft products and database applications
This position requires an ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where attention to detail, analytical skills and strong communication skills are essential
Normal office demands
Overtime is required to meet various tax deadlines
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ABOUT
At Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA), the possibilities are beautiful. Ulta Beauty is the largest North American beauty retailer and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products and salon services. We bring possibilities to life through the power of beauty each and every day in our stores and online with more than 25,000 products from approximately 500 well-established and emerging beauty brands across all categories and price points, including Ulta Beauty’s own private label. Ulta Beauty also offers a full-service salon in every store featuring—hair, skin, brow, and make-up services.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.