CORP TAX/ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Manage and coordinate the procurement and utilization of incentives and credits for the enterprise. Assist in evaluation and negotiation of agreements and incentive packages to reduce capital costs and real estate taxes. Manage the company's tax incentive compliance portfolio to monetize future benefits. Demonstrate core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we've grown into what today is the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!

What you'll receive from us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page!

Minimum

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, real estate or business administration
• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Knowledge of incentive programs across jurisdictions
• Ability to calculate estimated incentives values
• Report writing and communication skills
• Prioritization and multitasking ability
• Confidentiality and professionalism
• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Ability to manage multiple ongoing projects

Desired

• CPA and/or MBA

• Experience with economic development negotiations and compliance

• Advocate the value and use of incentives and credits throughout the enterprise

• Serve as a resource for incentives and credits across jurisdictions

• Coordinate with Real Estate, Logistics, Manufacturing, and divisions to identify projects

• Research federal, state and local incentive opportunities (tax sharing, abatements, TIF, grants)

• Prepare financial analyses and project value propositions

• Support presentations and attend state/local meetings

• Support compliance data collection and reporting processes

• Maintain technology database of pursuit projects

• Perform initial review of compliance reporting

• Travel up to 20%

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

• Advocate the value and use of incentives and credits throughout the enterprise

• Serve as a resource for incentives and credits across jurisdictions

• Coordinate with Real Estate, Logistics, Manufacturing, and divisions to identify projects

• Research federal, state and local incentive opportunities (tax sharing, abatements, TIF, grants)

• Prepare financial analyses and project value propositions

• Support presentations and attend state/local meetings

• Support compliance data collection and reporting processes

• Maintain technology database of pursuit projects

• Perform initial review of compliance reporting

• Travel up to 20%

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation