Jay Burleson
About Jay Burleson
Jay Burleson is a Tax Manager specializing in Federal and International tax at Zep Inc. in Atlanta, Georgia, with a career spanning over two decades in various tax roles across multiple companies.
Work at Zep
Jay Burleson has been employed at Zep Inc. as a Tax Manager - Federal & International since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing tax compliance and strategy related to federal and international tax matters. His work contributes to the company's financial health and regulatory adherence. Zep Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, where Burleson continues to apply his extensive tax knowledge.
Previous Experience in Taxation
Before joining Zep Inc., Jay Burleson worked at Kemira Chemicals, Inc. from 2009 to 2020 as a tax professional. His tenure at Kemira spanned 11 years, during which he developed expertise in various tax-related functions. Prior to that, he served as a Senior Tax Analyst at Infor from 2007 to 2009, gaining valuable experience in tax analysis. Burleson also worked as a Federal Tax Accountant at Coca-Cola Enterprises from 2000 to 2004.
Education and Expertise
Jay Burleson holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Mississippi State University - College of Business and Industry, which he completed in 2008. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Kennesaw State University, graduating in 2000. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in tax management, equipping him with essential skills and knowledge in accounting and finance.
Career Timeline
Jay Burleson's career in taxation spans over two decades, beginning in 2000 when he worked as a Federal Tax Accountant at Coca-Cola Enterprises. He then transitioned to Infor as a Senior Tax Analyst for two years, followed by an 11-year tenure at Kemira Chemicals, Inc. In 2020, he joined Zep Inc. as a Tax Manager - Federal & International, where he currently works. His career reflects a consistent focus on tax management across various industries.