Tax Manager

Tax ManagerWe have an amazing opportunity to join our fantastic Menzies Aviation team at our USA Corporate Office in Grapevine, Texas. We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to contribute to a strong in-house tax function in the US, working closely with the Group Tax team in the USA.We are looking for an individual who will get involved in the day-to-day detail of the Group's tax planning, payment and filing obligations but who can also take a strategic view of Group's North American tax profile. If you love being in the heart of the operation and are ready to embrace the fast-paced environment of aviation, then please read onThe role offers a talented and ambitious tax professional with a broad range of technical work and the opportunity to shape the future of the tax function within the North American business. The individual will assist the Director of Tax in the day to day, and medium to long-term planning and strategy for the business tax function.The individual will develop strong working relationships with the Corporate Accounting, Treasury and FP&A departments and encourage and facilitate strong working relationships between those departments and other members of the corporate tax team. The individual should be skilled in managing relationships with external tax advisors, financial statement auditors and consultants on an ongoing basis.Following safety, security, you'll put our people, our customers and their customers, at the heart of everything you do.Firstly, you will be working for the worlds' largest aviation services provider (by number of countries) and with some of the most prestigious airlines in the industry. In addition, we'll offer, medical and dental benefits, company matched Registered Retirement Saving Plan (RRSP) contribution, industry leading terms and conditions, and full support and training throughout your career journey with us.Safety and security are our highest priority. We have a duty of care to look after each other, our customers, and their customers. Not only that but we truly care about the communities where will live and operate.Tax Manager Reports to: Director, Tax Location: Dallas/Fort Worth, TX | DFW Work type: Full-time, Hybrid Salary: $145,000.00 - $170,000.00 All applicants must reside in the Dalla/ Fort Worth area and must possess US employment authorizationMain accountabilities include:Assist with the day-to-day functions of the tax department for all North American taxes to which the Group is subject including federal, state and local taxes, franchise taxes, excise taxes and fuel taxesAssist in managing and continually assessing the Company's tax processes and ensure necessary improvements are implemented and coordinated effectivelyAssist the Director of Tax in long-term tax planning and strategyReview of monthly/quarterly filing of excise fuel taxes (federal and state)Assist with preparation and review of federal, state & local income/franchise returnsAssist with review of state & local business licenses and annual reportsResponsible for industry specific filings and managing outside auditsPreparation of internal documentation for transfer pricing, preparation of foreign tax compliance, tax projection modeling and special projectsManage government audits income/franchiseResearch tax laws and regulations, keeping updated with changes and assessing the potential impact on the North American business, keeping relevant internal stakeholders updatedReview of income tax provisionsReview of BEAT planning and complianceMiscellaneous projects as assigned by the Director of TaxSupport the Director of Tax in all mattersLead the US tax department during the absence of the Director of TaxQualifications and ExperienceBachelor's degree in accounting and master's degree in taxationCertified Public Accountant (CPA)6-9 years' combined experience in public accounting and industryProficient with Microsoft office suite (Excel, pivot tables & VLOOKUP's).Experience with CCH Access Tax preparation software, and Thomson Reuters Checkpoint tax research softwareExperience with federal consolidated tax returnsState unitary combined, nexus consolidated, and separate income tax returnsBase Erosion and Anti-Abuse Tax (BEAT) compliance and planningGlobal Intangible Low-Taxed Income (GILTI)Internal Revenue Code Section 163(j) interest expense limitationUnited States and Canada Transfer PricingFederal and state fuel excise tax creditsStrong technology, research, and communication skillsKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesStrong knowledge of U.S. international and foreign tax regulations, including tax accounting and complianceProven ability to conduct in-depth tax research and develop sound tax positionsAble to adapt to fast-paced, changing environment and technologyTeam playerStrong work ethicAbility to meet internal and external deadlinesCalm under pressureGood communication skills and ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environmentWilling to learn new subjectsEducation RequiredCPA, bachelor's degree in accounting and master's degree in taxation