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Why You’ll Love Working at BJ’s

At BJ’s Wholesale Club, our team members are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being and future – both on and off the job. When you grow, we grow.

Here’s just some of what you can look forward to:

+ Weekly Pay: Get paid every week so that you can manage your money on your terms.

+ Free BJ’s Memberships: Enjoy a complimentary The Club Card Membership, plus a free Supplemental Membership for someone in your household.*

+ Generous Paid Time Off: Take the time you need with vacation, personal, sick days, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty leave.*

+ Flexible and Affordable Health Benefits: Choose from three medical plans, and access optional dental, vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), and flexible spending account options to fit your lifestyle.*

+ 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: Build your financial future with a company match (available to team members 18 and older).*

+ Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Accumulate funds through after-tax payroll deductions that can be used to purchase shares of BJ’s common stock at a 15% discount.*

*Eligibility requirements vary by position.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Sr. Manager of Tax Credits, Incentives & Planning to lead our efforts in identifying, securing, and managing C&I opportunities across jurisdictions where BJ’s operates or plans to expand. Reporting directly to the VP of Tax, this high-impact role offers a unique opportunity to work cross-functionally with teams including Real Estate, Tax, Legal, Finance and Operations to bring structure and visibility to a function that optimizes BJ’s financial position. The ideal candidate brings strategic thinking, hands-on execution, and the communication skills needed to capitalize on C&I opportunities effectively.

Responsibilities:

Strategy, Planning & Program Leadership

+ Research and assess eligibility for C&I programs to reduce capital costs and minimize tax obligations across BJ’s expanding jurisdictional footprint.

+ Manage BJ’s external C&I advisors currently leading negotiations, with a long-term goal of transitioning this function in-house.

+ Identify and implement tools, systems, and best practices to streamline C&I tracking, documentation, and compliance.

+ Act as the company-wide subject matter expert on C&I.

Application Management and Compliance

+ Oversee the full lifecycle of C&I including identification, application, documentation, calculation, monetization, and reporting to ensure compliance with relevant laws and accounting standards (e.g., ASC 740).

+ Maintain a compliance calendar of C&I deadlines and reporting cycles, and monitor changes in federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations related to C&I programs.

Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration

+ Create and maintain a centralized pipeline of available and in-progress C&I opportunities. Provide regular updates to senior leadership on captured value, pending applications, and emerging risks.

+ Collaborate with external consultants and internal teams including Real Estate, Legal, Finance, and Operations to align C&I efforts with business strategy, build early visibility into eligible projects, educate stakeholders on available incentives, and coordinate data collection for timely filings and compliance reporting.

Reporting and Audit Readiness

+ Quantify and report secured and missed C&I opportunities.

+ Prepare audit-ready documentation for internal and external reviews.

+ Coordinate with external advisors and provide technical support to sustain BJ’s positions during audits or inquiries.

+ Recommend process improvements and technology enhancements for better C&I capture and compliance.

Required Qualifications:

+ 8+ years of experience in tax credits and incentives, economic development, public finance, corporate tax, or real estate development.

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Real Estate, Economics, Public Policy, or a related field.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP or Oracle) and tax software (e.g., OneSource) is a plus.

Technical Skills:

+ Excellent research skills to navigate complicated regulatory frameworks and apply findings to support business needs.

+ Advanced analytical skills to examine complex financial data, identify and evaluate potential C&I opportunities, and resolve nuanced issues.

+ Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey intricate C&I concepts to internal stakeholders at all levels in a clear and concise manner.

+ Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and coordinate cross-functional inputs.

+ Comfortable navigating a constantly evolving landscape of tax laws and business needs; proactive in identifying risks and coordinating solutions.

+ Meticulous attention to detail and high level of accuracy in preparing tax filings, performing calculations, and preparing documentation.

+ Strong knowledge of corporate tax laws and working familiarity with C&I programs across jurisdictions, with the ability to deepen expertise quickly.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ CPA, JD/LLM, or relevant master’s degree (e.g., Taxation, Public Policy, Finance).

+ Additional certifications such as Certified Economic Developer (CEcD), Project Management Professional (PMP), or other credentials related to public finance or economic development.

+ Experience managing incentives, compliance reporting, negotiating or working with economic development agencies.

This is a hybrid role. Tuesday through Thursday are in-office days at BJ's Club Support Center in Marlborough, MA and Monday and Friday are remote days.

In accordance with the Pay Transparency requirements, the following represents a good faith estimate of the compensation range for this position. At BJ’s Wholesale Club, we carefully consider a wide range of non-discriminatory factors when determining salary. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, education, experience, and qualifications. The pay range for this position is $125,500.00 - $160,000.00