Specialist Income 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 THE POSITION:

The Specialist Income Tax will assist with various aspects of the tax function, including income tax planning initiatives, income tax accounting, income tax compliance and income tax audits. The successful candidate will show a demonstrated passion for excellence and thrives on challenges. The position provides excellent potential for career development and advancement. 

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Assist with the implementation and reporting of US corporate tax strategies, including performing research and analysis of tax considerations, liaising with Treasury, and coordinating with Accounting and Legal
• Assist with the preparation of domestic compliance filings, including federal and state corporate income tax returns, tax information returns, gathering data and preparing documentation for the files
• Assist with preparation and analysis of relevant tax calculations including Sec. 163(j), Sec. 174, BEAT, CAMT, and other tax related calculations
• Assist with gathering supporting documentation for, and preparing responses to, government audit queries
• Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual US tax provision calculations including return to provision calculations
• Assist with analyzing tax information and preparing internal management reporting
• Establish and maintain well-documented files to support tax compliance and planning initiatives
• Liaise with internal teams on ad hoc tax matters as required
• Continually review tax legislative changes for possible impact to CPKC
• Assist with integration of legacy CP and legacy KCS tax functions
• Prepare account reconciliations for income taxes and selected entities
• Ensure accounting and reporting process complies with applicable internal control (SOX) requirements
• Address and respond to queries from auditors and internal reviewers

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Undergraduate degree in accounting, or other relevant fields
• Prefer recognized accounting designation of CPA
• Minimum two to five years corporate tax experience required; some foreign affiliate tax experience is an asset
• Experience with the following considered an asset:
  • OneSource Tax
  • SAP
  • Knowledge of US GAAP Accounting

 WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Employer Funded Retirement Plan
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Performance Incentive Program
• Annual Fitness Subsidy

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

As an employer with national 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.  All new hires are required to undergo a drug screen.  We appreciate your cooperation in keeping CPKC safe and drug free. 

Management Conductor Program:
Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You will be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. 

• Req ID: 103552
• Department: Finance & Accounting
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Non-Union
• Location: Kansas City, Missouri
• Country: United States
• % of Travel: 0-10%
• # of Positions: 1
• Job Grade: 4
• Compensation Rate:
• Job Available to: Internal & External