Jennifer Ruffing
About Jennifer Ruffing
Jennifer Ruffing is the Sr. Director of Tax Accounting at SC Johnson, with extensive experience in federal income tax and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
Current Role at SC Johnson
Jennifer Ruffing serves as the Sr. Director, Tax Accounting at SC Johnson. Additionally, she holds the role of Director, Federal/Domestic Tax at the company. Joining SC Johnson in September 2018, she has been instrumental in overseeing the federal and domestic tax operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency within the tax functions.
Previous Experience at Sealed Air Corporation
Jennifer Ruffing worked at Sealed Air Corporation (formerly Diversey, Inc.) for 15 years in the Greater Milwaukee Area. Her roles included Federal Tax Manager from 2004 to 2015, and Domestic Tax Supervisor/Senior Tax Analyst from 2000 to 2003. During her tenure, she held various corporate income positions and gained extensive experience in managing federal tax operations.
Professional Background and Early Career
Before joining SC Johnson, Jennifer Ruffing accumulated significant experience in tax roles at Sybron International, Corp., and Deloitte. From 1998 to 2000, she worked as a Senior Tax Accountant at Sybron International, and from 1996 to 1998, she served as a Tax Associate at Deloitte, focusing on tax compliance and reporting.
Educational Background and Expertise
Jennifer Ruffing holds a Master's Degree in Taxation (2000-2002) and a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting (1992-1996), both from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Her academic background, combined with extensive industry experience, has equipped her with a deep expertise in ASC 740 (FAS 109) financial reporting and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
Specializations and Achievements
Jennifer Ruffing specializes in ASC 740 financial reporting and has a strong background in US federal income tax. She has led numerous process improvements resulting in increased efficiencies in tax provision and income tax return processes. Her work has significantly enhanced the operational effectiveness of the tax departments she has managed.