Own all tax and treasury functions for the organization. Manage all tax activities, including income, sales and use, and property tax compliance, the annual tax provision, and audits across the US, Canada, and Mexico. Serve as the primary liaison to external tax advisors, ensure accurate and timely tax filings, and monitor changes in tax law. Oversee treasury operations, including creating and maintaining strong cash controls and procedures for daily cash management, forecasting, and reporting; leading the company’s centralized insurance process; and managing lending and banking relationships.

Develop and execute tax and treasury strategies that support the company’s growth, liquidity, risk management, acquisition activity, and long-term financial objectives. Serve as a trusted advisor to Finance and business leadership, lead strategic initiatives that enhance organizational capability, and drive continuous improvement across the tax and treasury functions.

Essential Functions

• Tax Strategy & Compliance

o Lead development of the company’s tax strategy, identifying opportunities to optimize tax positions while maintaining compliance and supporting business objectives

o Evaluate tax risk management practices and internal controls that protect the organization and support sustainable growth

o Provide strategic guidance to financial and business leaders regarding tax implications of key business decisions

o Manage the company's filing of income tax returns in all tax jurisdictions (US, Canada, and Mexico)

o Manage and prepare sales and use tax, property tax filings, and other local tax filings

o Prepare the annual tax provision and return supporting schedules and coordinate frequent communications with external tax advisors to calculate the tax provisions and tax returns

o Prepare and pay the quarterly estimated tax payments

o Manage the company’s transfer pricing policies and work with external advisors to coordinate methodology for preparing the transfer pricing entries

o Ensure tax returns as filed are true, accurate, and complete, applying knowledge of the tax code and applicable regulations

o Monitor ever-changing federal and state tax law changes that may be pertinent to the organization

o Recommend, document, and initially sign off on appropriate accounting accruals and reconciliation of tax accounts

o Communicate clearly as a subject matter expert with various internal resources to obtain needed information to apply the law as well as with various external resources to explain the organization’s application of tax law

o Communicate with management about tax law changes and related implications to the company; develop and implement strategic plans for the company in relation to the area of expertise

o Manage annual reporting and license requirements with third-party provider

o Manage and represent the company in tax audits

• Treasury Strategy & Financial Risk Management

o Develop and execute treasury strategies that support business growth, liquidity, optimization, and effective capital deployment

o Evaluate cash management structures, banking solutions, and financing alternatives to support evolving business needs

o Assess liquidity risks and develop mitigation strategies that strengthen financial resilience

o Partner with FP&A, Accounting, and executive leadership to support enterprise cash flow planning and capital allocation decisions

o Utilize treasury analytics and forecasting tools to support strategic decision-making

o Own the Treasury function for the consolidated enterprise, working closely with and advising senior leadership, Controllership, Accounts Payable, and FP&A

o Prepare and analyze a robust 13-week cash forecast, anticipate liquidity needs, and drive strategic treasury decisions based on these cash flow models

o Create the daily/weekly/monthly cash position report to determine liquidity; initiate and approve wire transfers for processing in accordance with corporate authorizations

o Develop and implement effective cash management controls and procedures

o Manage the company’s banking relationships, including bank fee analysis, and make investment recommendations

o Own the annual insurance renewal process and act as the company insurance liaison by coordinating with insurance brokers on claims and information requests

o Collaborate with other areas of Finance impacted by cash management activities

• Mergers, Acquisitions & Business Transformation

o Participate in tax and treasury due diligence activities related to acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic business transactions

o Assess transaction risks and opportunities and provide recommendations to leadership

o Support integration, planning, and execution for acquired businesses

o Partner with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient transition of tax and treasury activities

o Lead initiatives focused on process optimization, automation, controls enhancement, and scalability

• Executive & Cross-Functional Partnership

o Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership regarding tax strategy, liquidity management, financial risk, and treasury operations

o Build strong partnerships across Accounting, FP&A, Operations, Legal, Human Resources, and external advisors

o Influence business decisions through data-driven analysis, technical expertise, and sound business judgment

o Present recommendations, risks, opportunities, and business cases to Finance leadership

• Team Leadership & Capability Development

o Develop organizational capability through workforce planning, cross-training, knowledge transfer, and capability-building initiatives across the tax and treasury functions

o Establish clear performance expectations, development plans, and accountability measures

o Build tax and treasury capabilities, tools, and processes that enhance organizational effectiveness

o Create and execute talent development plans that strengthen bench strength and support future organizational needs o Identify and develop emerging talent through mentoring, coaching, and leadership development opportunities

o Drive succession planning and talent development initiatives within the tax and treasury functions to ensure continuity of critical knowledge and leadership capability

• Support food safety program, quality standards, and legality of manufactured products

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications (Education, Experience, Competencies)

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field

• CPA strongly preferred

• 7+ years of tax experience

• 3+ years of treasury experience preferred

• Experience partnering with executive leadership on strategic financial decisions

• Demonstrated success driving process improvements, automation, and organizational transformation initiatives

• Experience supporting acquisitions, integrations, or significant business growth initiatives preferred

• Strong organizational and communication skills with demonstrated ability to convey ideas to a diverse audience

• Ability to exercise independent judgment, work on multiple initiatives, and manage time effectively

• Effective project management skills, including identifying needs to reassess existing approaches and processes

• Ability to meet deadlines without compromising accuracy

• Intermediate proficiency using Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs)

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C. Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $157,000 to $195,000 annually. Pay is based upon several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. Rise Baking Company complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your annual salary, Rise Baking Company offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, annual bonus eligibility, incentive and recognition programs and 401k contributions (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). At Rise Baking Company, our people are our finest ingredient.