Income Tax Specialist

Job Summary
Support all roles and functions within the Income Tax Compliance group to ensure regulatory compliance and timely and accurate income and franchise tax reporting for federal, state, and foreign jurisdictions.

Primary Activities and Responsibilities

• Work under supervision to prepare income, franchise, excise, and information reporting tax returns, process requires data analysis, identification of common tax sensitive transactions, and application of appropriate tax treatment.
• Work independently to analyze and respond to tax notices, including correspondence with taxing jurisdictions. Work includes identification of issues, gathering return information, and analysis of return data.
• Work with other members of the income tax compliance group to assist in the extraction and analysis of data and other information needed for tax return preparation and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare income and franchise tax payment vouchers and process tax payment requests through Oracle, including estimated payments and extensions for all jurisdictions
• Support special projects and cross-functional department initiatives, including process improvements, tax planning, etc.
• Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree/4-year Degree
• 2 or more years of experience in Accounting or Income Tax

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate Degree
• 2 or more years of experience in Public accounting experience, preferable Big Four. Focus on Tax.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of Federal and state income tax laws
• Knowledge of Financial Accounting
• Microsoft Office skills, with strong knowledge of Excel
• Ability to effectively execute income tax compliance responsibilities and projects
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to maintain attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong drive for results

Leadership
The CSX Leadership Model is the foundation of our Talent Strategy and is what drives CSX performance. CSX accordingly selects and develops talent based on each of the following: producing results, creating change, and inspiring excellence.

Job Requirements

• Work hours may vary in length and schedule (may include a non-standard work week) 

CSX is passionate about building a workforce that reflects the values and behaviors of ONE CSX. We are nationally recognized for our commitment to diversity and engagement, as well as our support for veterans and reservists.  CSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier transportation company. It provides rail, intermodal and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across a broad array of markets, including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural, and consumer products. For nearly 200 years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation's economic expansion and industrial development. Its network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds of the nation's population resides. It also links more than 230 short-line railroads and more than 70 ocean, river and lake ports with major population centers and farming towns alike. More information about CSX Corporation and its subsidiaries is available at www.csx.com. Connect with us on Facebook  X  LinkedIn  Instagram   YouTube
Closing Statement
At CSX, two of our six Guiding Principles are Valuing and Developing Employees as well as Operating Safely. We are committed to offering our team members the most competitive compensation and benefits package available, unlimited opportunities for development and growth throughout an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment possible. CSX is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Click