Senior Tax Accountant

Overview People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833. Job Details Description Overview People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833. Since that time, we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time-critical logistics services at over 300 locations in 65 countries, across 6 continents. But at the heart of our business is our people. Role Purpose The successful candidate will be comfortable working in the day-to-day detail of tax planning, payment and filing obligations while also understanding the broader U.S. tax profile of the business. The role works closely with Corporate Accounting, Treasury, FP&A, Payroll, external advisors and the Group Tax team. What You Will Be Doing Support the day-to-day operation of the U.S. tax function across federal, state and local income and franchise taxes, indirect taxes, excise and fuel taxes, business licenses and annual reports. Prepare and review workpapers supporting the federal consolidated income tax return and state unitary, combined and separate company returns. Assist with quarterly and annual tax provision calculations, tax forecasts, cash-tax projections and account reconciliations. Prepare and review monthly and quarterly federal and state excise and fuel tax filings, including fuel tax credit support. Support U.S. international tax compliance and planning, including GILTI, BEAT, Section 163(j), foreign information reporting and transfer pricing documentation. Manage tax notices, information requests and government audits, coordinating responses with internal stakeholders and outside advisors. Research federal, state and local tax laws and document well-supported technical positions. Manage relationships with external tax advisors, financial statement auditors and consultants, and monitor deliverables and deadlines. Identify opportunities to strengthen tax processes, controls, documentation and the use of technology across the function. Partner with Accounting, Treasury, FP&A, Payroll and operational teams to obtain accurate information and communicate tax requirements clearly. Safety, Security, Wellbeing And Compliance You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy. What We Are Looking For Qualifications and Experience Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or a related field; master’s degree in taxation, Accounting or Finance preferred. Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required. Six to nine years of combined corporate tax experience in public accounting and/or industry. Experience with federal consolidated income tax returns and multistate corporate income and franchise tax compliance. Working knowledge of state unitary, combined, nexus-consolidated and separate-company filing methodologies. Experience with U.S. international tax matters, including BEAT, GILTI, Section 163(j) and transfer pricing, preferred. Experience with federal and state fuel excise taxes or other indirect taxes preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups and data analysis. Experience with CCH Axcess Tax and Thomson Reuters Checkpoint or similar tax compliance and research platforms preferred. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Strong tax research, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop and communicate sound tax positions. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet internal and external deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills and confidence working across departments and levels of management. Detail-oriented, organized and calm under pressure. Collaborative team player with a strong work ethic, sound judgment and willingness to learn new areas. Commitment to safety, security, integrity and continuous improvement. What We Offer You will join a collaborative, global organization with exposure to a broad range of tax matters and the opportunity to help shape the U.S. tax function. Menzies Aviation offers competitive medical and dental benefits, a company-matched 401(k), paid time off and ongoing training and development support. Diversity Menzies Aviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential. Please be aware that as part of our recruitment process, we may look to use a variety of resourcing tools to help us understand your skills and experience in relation to the role. Please feel free to contact the recruiter below, if there are any reasonable adjustments to our process that you would like us to consider. As part of our recruitment process, we will always consider how candidates fit with our values which you can learn more about here. #J-18808-Ljbffr