Specialist Property & State Income Tax

Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S., Canada, and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you’re not just building a career—you’re part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:The Specialist Property and State Income Tax will lead and oversee all property and state income tax activities for the U.S. subsidiaries of CPKC, a Class I railroad operating across 18 states. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant tax reporting, while providing strategic guidance, managing audits, and driving process improvements.The Specialist will collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders, and will play a key role in strengthening internal controls, supporting tax planning initiatives, and enhancing overall tax efficiency.The position is located in Kansas City, MO.POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:Lead and oversee property tax compliance across approximately 18 states, ensuring the accurate and timely preparation and filing of property tax returnsManage the collection, validation, and analysis of data required for property tax reporting and filingsReview and approve property tax payments, ensuring compliance with deadlines and accuracy of amountsOversee monthly property tax accruals, reconciliations, and financial reporting processesLead property tax forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis, providing insights to support financial planning and decision-makingLead and coordinate property tax audits, including managing relationships with tax authorities and external advisorsIdentify opportunities for tax savings and support tax planning initiatives to optimize the organization’s tax positionEnsure compliance with internal controls, including Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements, and drive continuous improvement in tax processes and controlsMonitor and interpret changes in federal, state, and local tax legislation, assessing impacts to the organization and recommending appropriate actionsProvide cross-functional leadership and guidance within the Tax Department, supporting broader tax initiatives and projects as neededPartner with Finance and Accounting teams to ensure alignment between tax reporting and financial reportingImplement and enhance tax systems, tools, and automation to improve efficiency and data accuracyPerform and/or review complex tax research and provide recommendations to support business decisionsPOSITION REQUIREMENTS:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA, CMI or similar designation strongly preferred)Minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in centrally assessed property tax (strongly preferred), or other relevant experienceStrong knowledge of state and local tax regulations, including centrally assessed property taxExperience managing tax audits, compliance, and reporting across multiple jurisdictionsKnowledge of railroad operations and industry-specific tax considerations is considered an assetAdvanced experience with excel and ERP systems (SAP experience preferred)Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex tax regulations and apply practical solutionsDemonstrated ability to lead projects, manage competing priorities, and meet tight deadlinesExcellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skillsProven ability to lead and mentor team members while fostering a collaborative work environmentAbility to travel as necessary (10-15%)WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:Flexible and competitive benefits packageCompetitive company pension planEmployee Share Purchase PlanPerformance Incentive ProgramAnnual Fitness SubsidyPart-time Studies ProgramPRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:Drug TestingThis position is subject to a negative company drug test.Background InvestigationCriminal history checkEducation verificationProfessional referencesSocial Security Number verificationBECOMING A RAILROADER:As an employee with a North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.Management Conductor ProgramBecoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.CULTURE OF INCLUSION:For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including: women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).Req ID: 106150Department: Finance & AccountingJob Type: Full-TimePosition Type: Non-UnionLocation: Kansas City, MissouriCountry: United States% of Travel: 10-20%# of Positions: 1Job Grade: 4Job Available to: Internal & External#LI-ONSITE#LI-JA1