Tax Manager

Overview

An established global provider of airport ground services and air cargo handling is seeking an experienced tax professional to join their team. This role involves managing tax compliance and planning across domestic and international jurisdictions, supporting automation and process improvements within the tax function.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation and review of US and Canadian income tax returns, including multiple state returns, partnerships, C corporations, and disregarded LLCs filing consolidated federal returns.
• Assist in preparing quarterly and annual tax provisions using third-party software.
• Manage tax examinations by responding to information requests, analyzing audit adjustments, preparing protests, and negotiating settlements.
• Maintain tax accounting records, including deferred tax assets/liabilities, tax attributes, reconciliation of tax return differences, valuation allowances, and uncertain tax positions (FIN 48 analysis).
• Assist with filing business licenses, excise tax returns, personal property, and unclaimed property tax returns as needed.
• Learn and support sales and use tax compliance processes.
• Collaborate with senior tax leadership on strategic tax planning initiatives, monitor tax law changes, and coordinate with outside counsel to optimize tax efficiencies.
• Lead development and implementation of process improvements and automation tools within the tax function.
• Manage and review transfer pricing requirements, cash management, inter-company agreements, mergers and acquisitions due diligence, and other tax-related projects as requested.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 2-4 years of tax experience, preferably with a Big Four accounting firm.
• In-depth knowledge of US tax accounting, reporting, and compliance.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office; experience with SAP is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, capable of explaining complex tax concepts to finance leadership.
• Proactive team player with strong interpersonal skills to foster collaboration across departments.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary range: $120,000 - $135,000.
• Full-time employees receive health and wellness benefits.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays.

Additional Information

• Limited travel up to 10% may be required.
• Physical demands include regular sitting, talking, hearing, occasional standing, walking, and lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Location

Position is based at an airport ground services and air cargo handling operation with a global presence across multiple continents.