How Will You Make a Difference

This position will play a key role in running the federal tax function, ensuring accurate tax computations, technical analysis, tax compliance, and reporting. The ideal candidate will have experience in federal, state and local tax compliance, enabling them to navigate the complexities of U.S. tax regulations and practices. The ideal candidate will also be detailed oriented with strong analytical skills, capable of collaborating with various individuals and departments to optimize tax processes and systems to drive accurate results.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare or review the company's federal tax calculations for compliance, reporting, disclosures, and audits, as well as relevant computations and support as needed the quarterly and annual tax provision.
• Prepare or maintain workpapers for both temporary and permanent differences for federal proforma and state and local tax returns.
• Conduct technical analysis of tax positions and document clearly and accurately.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant U.S. federal tax laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with tax, finance, and business cross-functional teams when needed to gather critical data and complete analysis.
• Monitor changes in federal tax legislation and assess their impact on the company.
• Coordinate with external advisors and tax authorities as needed.
• Support M&A teams to ensure accurate documentation and analysis for acquired companies with respect to federal, state and local tax issues.

What We Want To Know About You

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or Masters of Tax beneficial.
• A minimum of 4-8 years of experience in federal tax compliance, preferably in a public accounting firm or a large corporation.
• Understanding of tax technology used in the computation of federal tax (excel, fixed asset systems, tax compliance software such as OneSource).
• Solid data management skills to format and manage data to enter into tax compliance software
• Strong knowledge of federal and state tax filing requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and research skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with a continuous improvement mindset.

Physical Demands & Other Information

You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary. Salary is based on experience, education, market demands, and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role is also eligible for a performance bonus. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, is available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met. Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know

Additional Information Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $89100-126900 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First? At Wabtec, it's not just about a job - it's about the impact you make. When our people come together, we're Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you're ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we? Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it's freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together - are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We're lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities. We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We're building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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