Manager, Finance - Tax
Anheuser-Busch
St. Louis, MO
Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?
SALARY: $79,200-$94,050, Bonus Eligible
COMPANY:
Michelob ULTRA. Cutwater Spirits. Budweiser. Kona Brewing Co. Stella Artois. Bud Light. That’s right, over 100 of America’s most loved brands, to be exact. But there’s so much more to us than our top-notch portfolio of beers, seltzers, and more. We are powered by a 19,000-strong team that shares our passion to create a future with more cheers. We look for people with talent, curiosity, and commitment and provide the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?
Role Summary:
Grow Your Career with a Global Leader Rooted in STL
AtAnheuser-Busch, we’re not just brewing beer—we’re brewing careers. As a Finance Manager of Tax at ourCorporate Facility in St. Louis, you’ll be at the forefront of excise tax strategy for our iconicMacro Breweries, Craft Breweries, and Wholesaler divisions.This is more than just a tax role—it’s an opportunity toinnovate and drive impact in a company withglobal strength and a hometown feel.
In this high-visibility position, you'll own the execution of key business priorities, lead a team of tax professionals, and ensure full compliance while continuously optimizing processes. You’ll work cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders, tackling complex tax structures, audits, and strategic initiatives—all while honing leadership skills in a company that values grit, growth, and innovation.
If you're coming from a fast-paced finance environment, this is your chance to pivot into industry leadership with a company that offers stability, career acceleration, and a culture of excellence. At AB, we don’t just invest in our brands—we invest in our people.
Job Responsibilities:
Responsible for preparation and filing of excise tax returns, management of excise tax audits and government inquiries
Responsible for monthly financial close, journal entries, accrual calculations, and related documentation
Ensure compliance to internal controls, standards, and regulations (Excise Tax – Federal and State guidelines, SOX, IFRS etc.)
Act as the partner for internal and external customers including business unit management to resolve issues
Ability to analyze complex issues, document, and present findings, and recommendations to senior management.
Ability to drive excise tax structure with integration of new business initiatives and demands without an existing process
Project management for multiple inflows and process improvement efforts
Lead change management initiatives
Job Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required, CPA and/or MBA preferred
3+ years accounting experience
2+ years leading less complex business projects
Current working knowledge of excise tax – Federal and State guidelines as well as the ability to stay up to date on changing regulations and reporting requirements (preferred but not required)
Understanding of the different TTB regulations around beer, cider, wine, and distilled spirits (preferred but not required)
Management experience with proven organizational and leadership skills (not required)
Demonstrate ability to prioritize work, delegate responsibilities, and implement processes
Ability to influence others to meet business objectives and drive operational improvements
Run outsourced work scope, including the ability to review and/or provide support for tasks completed by offshore resources
Experience with MS Office Suite including advanced proficiency with Excel
Proficiency with SAP or similar ERP systems
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