Tax Manager

Menzies Aviation•DFW Airport, TX

7d•$145,000 - $170,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We 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 on! We believe a happy workforce is a safe workforce, our people are the heart of our business. The 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. If all of the above has got you excited and you want to join Menzies Aviation, please hit the apply button! About Us…. People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833. We have been evolving as business since 1833 and have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, providing air cargo services, fuel services and ground services at airports on six continents. That's the big picture - but at the heart of our business is our people. Whether serving customers landside or airside, above or below the wing, we're passionate about what we do and take great pride in delivering the best service for our customers. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting and master's degree in taxation
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
6-9 years' combined experience in public accounting and industry
Proficient with Microsoft office suite (Excel, pivot tables & VLOOKUP's).
Experience with CCH Access Tax preparation software, and Thomson Reuters Checkpoint tax research software
Experience with federal consolidated tax returns
State unitary combined, nexus consolidated, and separate income tax returns
Base Erosion and Anti-Abuse Tax (BEAT) compliance and planning
Global Intangible Low-Taxed Income (GILTI)
Internal Revenue Code Section 163(j) interest expense limitation
United States and Canada Transfer Pricing
Federal and state fuel excise tax credits
Strong technology, research, and communication skills
Strong knowledge of U.S. international and foreign tax regulations, including tax accounting and compliance
Proven ability to conduct in-depth tax research and develop sound tax positions
Able to adapt to fast-paced, changing environment and technology
Team player
Strong work ethic
Ability to meet internal and external deadlines
Calm under pressure
Good communication skills and ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Willing to learn new subjects
All applicants must reside in the Dalla/ Fort Worth area and must possess US employment authorization

Responsibilities

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 taxes
Assist in managing and continually assessing the Company's tax processes and ensure necessary improvements are implemented and coordinated effectively
Assist the Director of Tax in long-term tax planning and strategy
Review of monthly/quarterly filing of excise fuel taxes (federal and state)
Assist with preparation and review of federal, state & local income/franchise returns
Assist with review of state & local business licenses and annual reports
Responsible for industry specific filings and managing outside audits
Preparation of internal documentation for transfer pricing, preparation of foreign tax compliance, tax projection modeling and special projects
Manage government audits - income/franchise
Research tax laws and regulations, keeping updated with changes and assessing the potential impact on the North American business, keeping relevant internal stakeholders updated
Review of income tax provisions
Review of BEAT planning and compliance
Miscellaneous projects as assigned by the Director of Tax
Support the Director of Tax in all matters
Lead the US tax department during the absence of the Director of Tax