Tax Compliance Associate

Company: CMA CGM
Location: Norfolk
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

CMA CGM Group, founded by Jacques R. Saad--, is a leading worldwide shipping & logistics group.
Now headed by Rodolphe Saad--, CMA CGM reinvents transport and logistics in order to offer an integrated maritime, port and land service that exceeds its customers' expectations.
Present in over 160 countries through 755 offices, 750 warehouses, equipped with a young and diverse fleet of 511 vessels, CMA CGM serves 420 of the world's 521 commercial ports and operates on more then 200 shipping lines. The group currently employs 110,000 people worldwide, including nearly 2,400 in Marseille, in its headquarters in Marseilles.
Position Summary:
The Tax Compliance Associate is in charge of compliance is responsible for preparing the state and local/indirect tax compliance activities of the organization. This position is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate preparation of all state and local tax/indirect tax returns and supporting schedules as well as providing with assistance on Federal tax compliance as needed. Lastly, this position will respond to all state/local notices or inquiries related to income tax/indirect compliance or tax payments.
This position will be responsible to:

Work closely with various internal/external stakeholders by responding to inquiries, questions, and resolving issues related to the preparation of the state and local/indirect tax returns to ensure timely and accurate preparation.
Ensure smooth and efficient collaboration with outside consultants on tax compliance, as well as future tax research and planning projects.
Prepare all state and local/indirect tax returns and supporting schedules prior to filing. Ensure all required payments and filings are made timely. Prepare/assess estimated tax payments and extensions.
Respond to any and all State/local notices or inquiries related to tax compliance or tax payments. Research U.S. tax issues as needed.
Assist in any and all state/local tax audits. Provide assistance for internal analysis and support for the audit and appeals process.
Assist Sr. Tax Manager with the preparation of Federal workpapers for allocation a shipping income and other State apportionment factors as required for State income tax returns.
As required, provide other support for the completion of workpapers for the Federal income tax returns.
Miscellaneous related duties or projects as assigned.

Skill Sets / Education & Experience Requirements:


Bachelor's degree required.
Minimum of 4 years' experience in accounting, corporate tax experience, or related field required. Shipping industry experience preferred.
Knowledge of U.S. tax codes
Experience filing multistate returns
Comprehensive knowledge of the accounting/tax field's concepts and principles
Strong skills with Microsoft Office portfolio
Solid skills with Excel and the ability to work with and manipulate large data sets.
Skilled with tax research and analysis.
Proficient use of technology including MS Excel required
Exceptional analytical skills
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to understand the details and effectively share with others in a clear and concise manner.
Strong attention to details and accuracy
Ability to perform complex tasks independently, solve problems and achieve results while having multiple priorities
Strong skills in tax research
Excellent organization skills and ability to meet deadlines


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.PI153934102

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