Managing Director US Tax

Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City Southern (KCS) are now CPKC. As the only truly North American railway, we are making big moves! Drawing on our strong foundations and heritage, CPKC moves essential goods across our 20,000-mile network to support economic growth throughout Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Be a part of history as we connect a continent and create exciting career opportunities across our new transnational network. Visit cpkcr.com to learn about the CPKC advantage, our purpose and culture.

 

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The Managing Director US Tax position is responsible for the consolidated US and Mexico ASC 740 tax provision process and related financial statement disclosures. This position manages and facilitates the accurate filing of various US federal, international, state and local income tax returns, and researches and recommends ways to implement corporate tax savings strategies through analysis of US tax laws and regulations.  The role is also responsible for the US property tax and sales and use tax functions.

 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Oversees the US and Mexico tax accounting under ASC 740 including uncertain tax positions, and supports SEC tax reporting
• Maintains SOX documentation and ensure compliance
• Manages cash taxes and effective tax rate forecasting, including analysis and explanation of variances
• Responsible for management presentations of cash taxes, effective tax rates, and tax planning strategies
• Reviews federal, state and local income tax returns, including international tax filings such as foreign tax credits, GILTI and BEAT, estimated and extension tax payments, research, and tax technical memorandums
• Develops and implements tax savings strategies
• Responsible for federal and state tax audits
• Oversees the US property tax function which includes filing of property tax returns, negotiation of values, timely payment of property tax bills, monthly tax accounting and annual budgets
• Oversees the US sales and use tax function which includes the timely and accurate filing of state, county and local returns, monthly tax accounting and determining sales and use tax implications on purchases
• Monitors legislative and regulatory tax law developments and communicates the impacts to the Company
• Supports process improvement initiatives, and system implementations or enhancements
• Develops, trains, assesses and mentors tax staff
• Exemplifies CPKC Vision, Values, and Culture interactions with coworkers, business partners, customers and stakeholders

 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, preferably in a job-related major field of study
• Minimum ten (10) years of relevant professional experience, including strong knowledge of ASC 740, US tax code and regulations, tax compliance and procedures for large multi-national corporations
• Ability to analyze and apply tax accounting literature and guidance to complex accounting transactions
• Knowledge of tax accounting principles and experience dealing with and reporting book/tax differences
• Strong leadership skills successfully managing teams and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders and external auditors
• Achieve outstanding results in fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

 

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Performance Incentive Program (Non-Union only)
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

As an employer with North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

 

Drug Test Elements:

CPKC is committed to the safety and health of its employees and the general public.  New hires may be required to undergo a drug screen.  We appreciate your cooperation in keeping CPKC safe and drug free. 

 

Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:       

 

Criminal history check

• Reference check
• Driver’s License verification and/or last 3 years of driving history if a requirement of the position
• Background checks that may included 7 years of employment history and Social Security number verification

 

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