Emily Gardner, Cpa
About Emily Gardner, Cpa
Emily Gardner is a Tax Manager at Chobani, where she has worked since 2018. She has a strong background in accounting, having previously held positions at Davidson Fox & Company and Chobani, and she holds both a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Accounting from Binghamton University.
Work at Chobani
Emily Gardner has been serving as the Tax Manager at Chobani since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing tax compliance and strategy within the organization. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Senior Tax Accountant at Chobani from 2015 to 2018. Her tenure at Chobani has been marked by her contributions to tax reporting and compliance processes, particularly in relation to foreign vendor payments and IRS information reporting.
Education and Expertise
Emily Gardner holds both a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Accounting from Binghamton University School of Management. Her educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation in accounting principles and practices, which she applies in her professional roles. Her expertise encompasses tax management, compliance, and strategic planning within finance.
Background
Before joining Chobani, Emily worked at Davidson Fox & Company, LLP as a Staff Accountant from 2010 to 2012. This early experience in accounting provided her with essential skills in financial reporting and tax preparation. Over the years, she has developed a reputation for her ability to streamline processes and enhance compliance within tax functions.
Achievements
Emily Gardner has successfully negotiated a settlement during an IRS audit, protecting 60% of deductions under examination through the fast track appeals process. She also played a key role in appealing a property tax assessment in Idaho, resulting in a significant reduction of $144 million in assessed valuation for the plant, which led to substantial tax savings for the company. Additionally, she instituted OneSource software to improve IRS information reporting compliance.
Consulting and Leadership
In her current role, Emily serves as the tax contact for various processes involving Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) teams. Her leadership in these areas has led to increased efficiency and effectiveness in resolving tax-related issues. Furthermore, she has led teams in the finance department during the planning phases for SAP implementation, contributing to the overall improvement of financial processes.