Coca-Cola Bottlers’ Sales & Services Company, LLC

Tax Accountant I (Tampa, FL, US, 33617)

Job Summary

The Accountant Tax I provides foundational tax accounting and compliance support across multiple operational tax types, contributing to the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of the organization’s tax reporting and related financial records. This role supports multi-state tax filings and associated accounting activities, helping ensure compliance with applicable regulations while supporting month-end close and audit readiness.

Working within established tax processes and under the guidance of senior team members, the Accountant Tax I prepares and validates data, performs reconciliations, and develops supporting workpapers across areas including Sales & Use Tax, Property Tax, Unclaimed Property, Business Licenses, Fleet Tax, Mandatory Deposits, and related filings. The role also assists with tax journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis to support reliable tax balances and reporting.

This position collaborates with internal stakeholders to gather information, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate tax records, escalating questions or issues as appropriate. Through consistent execution and attention to detail, the Accountant Tax I supports internal and external audit activities and contributes to the overall effectiveness of the tax function.

Success in this role is demonstrated through the accurate and timely completion of assigned filings, reconciliations, and documentation, as well as the continued development of technical tax knowledge, process understanding, and professional judgment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation of multi-state operational tax returns and related filings across assigned tax types.
Gather, validate, and organize financial and operational data supporting tax filings and compliance activities.
Prepare workpapers and supporting schedules to ensure accurate tax reporting and audit readiness.
Support account reconciliations related to tax filings and identify variances for review by senior team members.
Assist with tax-related journal entries and month-end close activities under supervision.
Support responses to tax notices, license renewals, and registration requirements as assigned.
Collect and maintain supporting documentation for internal and external audits.
Collaborate with Senior Tax Accountants and operational teams to obtain required information.
Maintain accurate and reliable tax records in accordance with internal policies and procedures.
Escalate discrepancies, variances, or process questions to senior team members promptly.
Communicate status updates, issues, and risks to supervisors as needed.
Develop working knowledge of tax software and systems (Vertex, OPT, Tracker PRO, License Pro) through training and hands-on experience.

Key Skills and Abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint; SAP experience preferred.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines, especially during peak reporting periods.
Effective teamwork and communication skills to collaborate and share relevant information.
Analytical skills to review data, identify variances, and escalate issues under guidance.
Strong attention to detail and sound judgment in handling routine tax data and documentation.

Education Requirements

Minimum: 4 Year / Bachelor’s Degree — Accounting or Finance

Years of Experience

1 to 3 years of experience in Accounting or Finance

Required Travel

Business travel is not anticipated

Hybrid Work Environment

CCBSS operates a hybrid working environment. This is a teleworking role that requires working at a CCBSS office location on a regular basis (or a minimum number of days per month or week) at the manager’s discretion. The number of days required at a CCBSS office location is at the manager’s discretion and is subject to change depending on business needs.

Total Rewards, Totally Rewarding

We are one family supporting the Coca-Cola bottling system in North America. Our work is indispensable to our partners and makes an impact in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and to rewarding exceptional performance. We expect a lot from our team — after all, it’s their exceptional work that helps CCBSS support the Coca-Cola bottling system in North America. To keep everyone motivated and energized, we offer a comprehensive benefit and rewards package.

Work-Life Integration - Vacation, floating holidays, parental leave, flexible work environment
Competitive Base Salary - A base salary or hourly wage rate in line with market rates for the job duties and skills required
Rewards & Recognition - Acknowledging our employees’ contributions
Retirement Plans & Guidance - Programs to assist associates in saving for retirement
Health & Welfare Plans - Medical, life, and disability insurance plans

Company Message

Coca-Cola Bottlers’ Sales and Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Accounts Receivable Analyst (Tampa, FL, US, 33617)

Job Summary

Perform all collection activities for customer accounts assigned by territories and/or channel types in accordance with the company's credit policy and practices in a manner that will result in maximum sales, sound receivables, and their prompt conversion to cash. Achieve and maintain bottler targets for DSO, Currency, SPD, and bad debt. Perform all collection activities for customer accounts assigned by territories and/or channel types in accordance with the company's credit policy and practices in a manner that will result in maximum sales, sound receivables, and their prompt conversion to cash. Achieve and maintain bottler targets for DSO, Currency, SPD, and bad debt.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for applying the Company's credit and collection policies, practices, and procedures to the requirements of assigned accounts.
Analyze risk exposure based on customer payment patterns and financial analysis.
Review accounts to identify past-due customers and take action to resolve any delinquencies.
Plan and maintain a program for the systematic follow-up and collection of amounts due.
Communicate with customers to ensure payments are received within terms. Work with sales management to resolve past-due delinquency on accounts as required.
Contact appropriate customers via email or phone, when necessary, to correct, prevent, or minimize delinquency.
Monitor credit limit compliance; take appropriate action when limits are exceeded; recommend credit limit changes.
Build strong relationships within the customer hierarchy to help resolve complex issues.
Communicate with Key Accounts, Sales Center Managers, and their associate management personnel, accounts which may require being restricted to COD/Product Hold.
Takes appropriate action on collection irregularities, adjustments, and customer complaints as deemed necessary

Duties and Responsibilities

Obtain Chart of Authority (COA) approval to convert charge accounts to cash status (COD/PH), establish payment plans, approve settlements, and write off uncollectible accounts.
Prepare presentations for customers to resolve collection issues.
Request reinstatement of credit privilege, when necessary.
Prepare write-offs, adjustments, and bad debt as needed.
Meet and/or exceed monthly collection and quality targets.
Provide management with status logs and reports as needed.
Follow up and collect on rebills of invalid deductions.
Reconcile national/local account balances as assigned.
Maintain customer information sheets.

Key Skills and Abilities

The consumer products industry and bottling industry are a plus.
Commercial collections experience preferred.
Strong written & verbal communication skills.
Ability to analyze complex problems and identify solutions
Strong negotiation skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Proficient in Software applications such as MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of pivots and v-lookups.
Experience in SAP, open item accounts receivable system.
A credit check is required for this position in Finance.

Education Requirements

Preferred: 4 Year Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance, or equivalent related experience.
Minimum: High School or GED

Years of Experience

3 to 5 years of experience in credit and collections.

Required Travel

Willingness and ability to travel if needed, but no travel is anticipated for this position

Hybrid Work Environment

CCBSS operates a hybrid working environment. This is a teleworking role that requires regular work at a CCBSS office location (or a minimum number of days per month or week), at the manager’s discretion. The number of days required at a CCBSS office location is at the manager’s discretion and may change based on business needs.

Total Rewards, Totally Rewarding

Work-Life Integration - Vacation, floating holidays, parental leave, flexible work environment
Competitive Base Salary - A base salary or hourly wage rate in line with market rates for the job duties and skills required
Rewards & Recognition - Acknowledging our employees’ contributions
Retirement Plans & Guidance - Programs to assist associates in saving for retirement
Health & Welfare Plans - Medical, life, and disability insurance plans

Company Message

Coca-Cola Bottlers’ Sales and Service, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.