GATX
Tax Accountant-Indirect Tax
GATX, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Tax Accountant - Indirect Tax
Job Locations
US-IL-Chicago
ID:
2024-3899
Category:
Finance
Position Type:
Full Time
OverviewFounded in 1898 and headquartered in Chicago, IL, GATX Corporation (NYSE: GATX) is an industry leader with 125+ years of success powered by our people. We are proud of our high-performance culture, hard-working and enthusiastic management team, and beautiful office space in the Willis Tower.
At GATX, we hire the best and offer our employees a dynamic, energetic, collaborative environment to enable them to make an impact from day one. Enjoy the perks and benefits of a global company with the close-knit culture and community of a much smaller one. In the same way, we strive to empower our customers to propel the world forward, we are dedicated to providing our people with the tools and resources they need to move forward in their careers. Thanks to our employees, in 2023, we were named one of Chicago's Top Workplaces by the Chicago Tribune for the fourth time!
This position is responsible for the preparation of US business personal property tax returns, Rail Canada car tax returns, Canadian Sales tax returns (GATX Corporation, Rail Canada, and GATX Rail Locomotive), US unemployment returns, and payments and potential refunds. Responsibilities include resolution of payroll, personal property audits, appeals, and protests; review of property and payroll tax accruals; and identification of potential tax savings opportunities.
*This is a REMOTE role. However, you will be required to be in person at the Chicago corporate office for the weeks of quarter & year end. The expenses related to your travel will not be reimbursed by GATX.
ResponsibilitiesPerform and analyze the following activities:
All U.S. unemployment tax returns for GATX Corporation and its subsidiaries, assuring accurate and timely compliance at minimum expense.
Research and analyze changes to the applicable tax laws.
Compile information from Peoplesoft, analyze and report on the tax return.
Federal and state unemployment insurance.
Interface with payroll to determine amounts for g/l accounts.
Interface with treasury to make online payments.
Payroll tax accruals analysis.
Personal property tax returns and payments for GATX Corporation and subsidiaries:
Analyze and prepare personal property tax returns for GATX Corporation and GATX Rail Locomotive.
Review and provide information to outside consultants for GATX Corporation and its subsidiaries' real property.
Review assessments and prepare required payments.
Provide information to GATX Rail Locomotive for rebilling property taxes to customers.
Respond to GATX Rail Locomotive customer requests for information.
Prepare account analyses for real and personal property tax accounts.
Compile and prepare Rail Canada and GATX de Mexico car tax returns and analyze assessments and tax bills.
Plan for ways to minimize payroll and property taxes; identify tax saving opportunities; review state and local tax legislation. Perform tax research and prepare tax memoranda in connection with such planning.
Represent GATX Corporation in payroll and property tax audits, appeals, and protests. Prepare tax schedules, memoranda, protests, and other tax projects as assigned.
Research audit position.
Gather documentation.
Assist Senior Manager with legal explanations of positions reported.
Unclaimed Property tax payments:
Prepare required payments.
Converse with outside consultants regarding documentation.
Review state websites for potential refund claims.
Canadian Sales tax returns and payments:
Prepare and file GATX Corporation, Rail Canada, and Rail Locomotive Canadian sales tax returns.
Manage both desk and full Canadian sales tax audits for respective companies.
*This is a REMOTE role. However, you will be required to be in person at the Chicago corporate office for the weeks of quarter & year end. The expenses related to your travel will not be reimbursed by GATX.
QualificationsInteraction:
The tax accountant is responsible for the preparation of all U.S. payroll unemployment taxes for GATX Corp., GATX Rail Locomotive, and Trifleet Leasing. This position is responsible for property, car tax, and Canadian sales tax returns. The individual must stay current with and implement U.S. and Canadian tax law for compliance purposes. They must also assure consistency and clarity of presentation in the tax returns.
Education and/or Experience Required:
Bachelor's degree required or equivalent education.
0-2 years of property, payroll, and Canadian sales/use tax experience a plus.
Experience in the rail industry is a plus.
The ability to negotiate effectively is essential.
General experience with Microsoft Office, SAP, PTMS, or similar products is also required.
Key Competencies:
Managing multi-task workload with frequently changing priorities.
Customer focus - win/win results oriented.
Attention to detail - following up with internal customers and due dates.
Analytical skills - never taking an answer at face value without independent analysis.
Communication.
Planning and organizing.
Other:
Travel will be required, including travel for education. Travel should not exceed 20%.
As of August 21, 2024, the salary range for this position is $58,900 - $72,000. This range is a reasonable estimate and takes into account several factors that are considered in making compensation decisions.
GATX embraces diversity, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Job Locations
US-IL-Chicago
ID:
2024-3899
Category:
Finance
Position Type:
Full Time
OverviewFounded in 1898 and headquartered in Chicago, IL, GATX Corporation (NYSE: GATX) is an industry leader with 125+ years of success powered by our people. We are proud of our high-performance culture, hard-working and enthusiastic management team, and beautiful office space in the Willis Tower.
At GATX, we hire the best and offer our employees a dynamic, energetic, collaborative environment to enable them to make an impact from day one. Enjoy the perks and benefits of a global company with the close-knit culture and community of a much smaller one. In the same way, we strive to empower our customers to propel the world forward, we are dedicated to providing our people with the tools and resources they need to move forward in their careers. Thanks to our employees, in 2023, we were named one of Chicago's Top Workplaces by the Chicago Tribune for the fourth time!
This position is responsible for the preparation of US business personal property tax returns, Rail Canada car tax returns, Canadian Sales tax returns (GATX Corporation, Rail Canada, and GATX Rail Locomotive), US unemployment returns, and payments and potential refunds. Responsibilities include resolution of payroll, personal property audits, appeals, and protests; review of property and payroll tax accruals; and identification of potential tax savings opportunities.
*This is a REMOTE role. However, you will be required to be in person at the Chicago corporate office for the weeks of quarter & year end. The expenses related to your travel will not be reimbursed by GATX.
ResponsibilitiesPerform and analyze the following activities:
All U.S. unemployment tax returns for GATX Corporation and its subsidiaries, assuring accurate and timely compliance at minimum expense.
Research and analyze changes to the applicable tax laws.
Compile information from Peoplesoft, analyze and report on the tax return.
Federal and state unemployment insurance.
Interface with payroll to determine amounts for g/l accounts.
Interface with treasury to make online payments.
Payroll tax accruals analysis.
Personal property tax returns and payments for GATX Corporation and subsidiaries:
Analyze and prepare personal property tax returns for GATX Corporation and GATX Rail Locomotive.
Review and provide information to outside consultants for GATX Corporation and its subsidiaries' real property.
Review assessments and prepare required payments.
Provide information to GATX Rail Locomotive for rebilling property taxes to customers.
Respond to GATX Rail Locomotive customer requests for information.
Prepare account analyses for real and personal property tax accounts.
Compile and prepare Rail Canada and GATX de Mexico car tax returns and analyze assessments and tax bills.
Plan for ways to minimize payroll and property taxes; identify tax saving opportunities; review state and local tax legislation. Perform tax research and prepare tax memoranda in connection with such planning.
Represent GATX Corporation in payroll and property tax audits, appeals, and protests. Prepare tax schedules, memoranda, protests, and other tax projects as assigned.
Research audit position.
Gather documentation.
Assist Senior Manager with legal explanations of positions reported.
Unclaimed Property tax payments:
Prepare required payments.
Converse with outside consultants regarding documentation.
Review state websites for potential refund claims.
Canadian Sales tax returns and payments:
Prepare and file GATX Corporation, Rail Canada, and Rail Locomotive Canadian sales tax returns.
Manage both desk and full Canadian sales tax audits for respective companies.
*This is a REMOTE role. However, you will be required to be in person at the Chicago corporate office for the weeks of quarter & year end. The expenses related to your travel will not be reimbursed by GATX.
QualificationsInteraction:
The tax accountant is responsible for the preparation of all U.S. payroll unemployment taxes for GATX Corp., GATX Rail Locomotive, and Trifleet Leasing. This position is responsible for property, car tax, and Canadian sales tax returns. The individual must stay current with and implement U.S. and Canadian tax law for compliance purposes. They must also assure consistency and clarity of presentation in the tax returns.
Education and/or Experience Required:
Bachelor's degree required or equivalent education.
0-2 years of property, payroll, and Canadian sales/use tax experience a plus.
Experience in the rail industry is a plus.
The ability to negotiate effectively is essential.
General experience with Microsoft Office, SAP, PTMS, or similar products is also required.
Key Competencies:
Managing multi-task workload with frequently changing priorities.
Customer focus - win/win results oriented.
Attention to detail - following up with internal customers and due dates.
Analytical skills - never taking an answer at face value without independent analysis.
Communication.
Planning and organizing.
Other:
Travel will be required, including travel for education. Travel should not exceed 20%.
As of August 21, 2024, the salary range for this position is $58,900 - $72,000. This range is a reasonable estimate and takes into account several factors that are considered in making compensation decisions.
GATX embraces diversity, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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