US Tax Compliance Manager (Federal/State Income Tax)

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.
Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group's shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

Position Summary:

The Tax Compliance Manager is responsible for managing the federal and State tax compliance activities of the organization, including management of federal audit examinations. This position facilitates the information gathering for timely and accurate preparation of the international and U.S. income tax returns, estimated taxes and extensions. Lastly, this position will respond to any and all IRS notices or inquiries related to income tax compliance or tax payments.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities:

• Manage the data gathering of all intercompany transactions to facilitate the preparation of the transfer pricing documentation by external service providers. Provide assistance in reconciling transactions from the workpapers to the report to the general ledger. Ensure compliance with regards to the company's specific shipping tax regimes.
• Manage the preparation and /or review of the quarterly income tax provision process for the quarterly and year-end tax provision computations for the group, including but not limited to provision schedules, NI reconciliation, M-3 adjustments, the net operating loss and credit carry forwards, the tax exposure roll forward, the quarterly interest calculation on tax exposures and other relevant data.
• Facilitate the information gathering for the preparation of the income tax returns for the U.S., foreign bank account reports, trust returns and enterprise zone credits. Prepare the tonnage tax calculation annually. Work closely with external consultants by responding to inquiries, questions, and resolving issues related to the preparation of the income tax returns to ensure timely and accurate preparation. Review all federal and State returns and supporting schedules prior to filing to ensure information is reported accurately. Ensure all required payments and filings are made timely.
• Ensure booked income on tax returns tie to audited financial statements for the relevant companies. Research U.S. and International tax issues as needed.
• Assist in managing and responding to federal and State audit requests (Information Document Requests) as directed by the Tax Director. Provide assistance as needed for internal analysis and support for the audit and appeals process.
• Prepare 1120 and 1120 F Federal Tax returns and various State tax returns.

• Miscellaneous related duties or projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of U.S. tax codes
• Experience filing U.S. Federal and State tax returns
• Comprehensive knowledge of the field's concepts and principles
• Proficient use of technology including MS Excel required
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to understand the details and effectively share with others in a clear and concise manner.
• Exceptional analytical skills
• Strong attention to details and accuracy
• Ability to perform complex tasks independently, solve problems and achieve results while managing multiple priorities
• Strong skills in tax research
• Excellent organization skills and ability to meet deadlines

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required.

• Minimum 6 years of experience in accounting, corporate tax experience, or related field required.
• CPA Certification is preferred

Come along on CMA CGM's adventure! CMA CGM (America) LLC is committed to equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected classification.