Manager, Federal Tax

Company: GXO Logistics
Location: Greenwich
Posted on: January 15, 2022

Job Description:

Logistics at full potential. At GXO, we're constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work environment creates happy employees, which boosts productivity and dedication. On our team, you'll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of. As the Manager, Federal Tax, you will develop and implement corporate tax strategies to minimize tax liability and ensure compliance with international tax laws. You'll research and analyze tax issues, direct the maintenance of tax records and the filing of income, benefits and other tax returns, and oversee related reporting requirements. Join GXO, and we'll give you the support you need to excel at work, and the resources to build a career you can be proud of. Pay, benefits and more. We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more. What you'll do on a typical day:

• Handle all aspects of the domestic tax return preparations, ensuring compliance with applicable federal regulations and review complex tax returns prepared by team members for accuracy, completeness and timely filing
• Prepare domestic tax provisions and other financial reporting items that are needed for the provision team
• Assist and work collaboratively with the International Tax Manager on various international tax projects, when applicable
• Assist Senior Tax Directors and throughout the year on federal tax planning projects including but not limited to, preparation of the modeling of certain tax effects of the transactions, preparation of calculations of tax benefits, and other documentation of other tax considerations associated to the planning
• Tax process optimization, including development and implementation of procedural changes and/or enhancement of existing processes
• Train and evaluate employees to enhance their performance, development and work product; address performance issues and make recommendations for personnel actionsWhat you need to succeed at GXO: At a minimum, you'll need:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work or military experience
  • 5 years of experience in a publicly traded corporate income tax department or in the tax department of a large public accounting firm with 1-2 of those years managing a professional staff
  • Experience with U.S. Corporate Income Tax Law and U.S. Tax AccountingIt'd be great if you also have:
    • Master's degree in Tax or Accounting
    • CPA certification
    • 7 years of experience in a corporate income tax department, or in the tax department of a large public accounting firm
    • 5 years of experience handling professional staff We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains. GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.
      GXO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with GXO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers. All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.
      
      

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