Buzzi Unicem USA is one of the leading cement manufacturing companies in the United States.  With over 1,300 valued employees, Buzzi Unicem USA manufactures and distributes its cement products throughout the Midwest, Southwest, Northeast and Southeast regions of the country.  Globally, Buzzi Unicem SpA operates in 14 countries and employs almost 10,000 people. We are passionate about sustainably producing our cement products for the benefit of society by providing the foundation for crucial infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, tunnels, airports, dams, and residential and industrial buildings. 

Our commitment to positively contributing to society is a core principle for our business, and the reason we focus heavily on sustainable development. As part of our corporate culture, we recognize our role in meeting the current generation’s needs, while preserving environmental quality and protecting the needs of future generations.

Additionally, quality serves as the foundation of the way we do business at Buzzi Unicem USA.  We have established at all our production sites, quality targets for our products that meet not only local regulatory standards but also our customer requirements.

Buzzi Unicem USA strives to provide a corporate culture supporting career growth through strong leadership and development planning.   We offer a competitive salary, along with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits. Plus, our benefits include flexible spending accounts, supplemental life insurance and other voluntary benefits – such as accident and critical illness. We also provide a 401(k) savings plan, Employee Assistance Program, a tuition reimbursement program, professional development and advancement opportunities.

Join our team, be part of the solution, support evolving innovations, and help us continue providing quality products, all while being supported by strong leadership and a comprehensive and competitive benefits program.

The Tax Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Tax Department, which has responsibility for income, franchise/net worth, property, and sales/use taxes.  The position reports directly to the CFO and will supervise two (2) employees.

• Work directly with the CFO on developing and implementing tax planning strategies, including identification of exposures and opportunities.
• Lead and manage federal, state and local tax authority audits (income, sales/use, and property).
• Regularly monitor federal, state and local law changes that may impact the Company. (Perform additional research, as needed, on the law changes).
• Point-of-contact for tax related questions from within the organization, performing research as needed. Point-of-contact for financial statement auditors for tax matters.
• Prepare periodic updates to effective tax rate and maintain projections of cash tax payments.
• Manage preparation of year-end tax provision (IFRS), including tax footnote disclosure for annual report and tax related schedules required by foreign parent for quarterly and annual reporting.
• Maintain the uncertain tax position reserve analysis (income and non-income taxes) along with proper supporting documentation.
• Review federal and state quarterly estimated payments, ensuring payments are cash efficient but adequate to avoid underpayment interest/penalties.
• Review and supervise the preparation of the federal and state income/franchise tax returns. Research issues as needed, assisting in preparation of more complex book to tax adjustments, and documenting key items and issues.
• Review monthly sales & use tax returns.
• Review and supervise the preparation of the annual reports.
• Review and supervise the preparation of the property tax returns.
• Review and supervise the preparation of Forms 1042 and 1120F.
• Review of payments to foreign vendors to ensure compliance with US tax withholding obligations.
• Respond to tax related inquiries from foreign parent companies.
• Special projects as they arise.

• BS in Accounting; CPA or Masters in Taxation required
• 8 - 10 years of experience with 3-4 years in public accounting is preferred, experience with indirect taxes a plus
• Excellent analytical, organizational and project management skills 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Detail oriented but also able to see and understand the “big picture"
• Experience with a large, multi-state manufacturing consolidated group 
• Familiarity with the preparation of year-end tax provision calculations, related footnote disclosures, and effective tax rate updates 
• Ability to prioritize and accomplish multiple tasks/projects

Buzzi Unicem USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please note that candidates must be eligible to work in the United States and that only qualified candidates will be contacted.