YOUR TASKS
- Work closely with key partners, including the Head of Tax & Statutory Delivery, Group Tax Centre, in‑market finance, regional teams, auditors and tax authorities to ensure smooth collaboration.
- Lead a team of up to 5 - 10 specialists, supporting their development, engagement and day‑to‑day performance.
- Oversee the full tax and statutory reporting cycle, covering statutory financial statements, CIT, VAT and indirect taxes, group tax reporting, query resolution and contributions to ETR forecasting.
- Maintain high data quality, ensuring that information shared with external service providers is accurate and complete for statutory accounts and tax compliance.
- Track the performance of external Tax Service Providers, making sure they meet agreed KPIs and deliver expected outcomes.
- Strengthen internal controls and governance, updating SOPs and ensuring alignment with the Tax Governance Framework.
- Support the team during challenging periods, stepping in on complex matters and managing escalations when needed.
- Drive improvements across the function, identifying opportunities for simplification, standardization and automation.
- Actively contribute to internal knowledge sharing, supporting cross‑team collaboration and the company’s wider community initiative
YOUR PROFILE
- At least seven years of professional experience in tax and statutory reporting within a global organization, with preference for a background in SSC/BPO structures.
- Confirmed experience in leading teams, including supporting their development and daily performance.
- Extensive knowledge of statutory compliance, corporate taxation, VAT/indirect taxes, withholding taxes, as well as group‑level tax reporting and forecasting processes.
- Strong familiarity with month‑end closing routines and preparing accurate trial balances.
- Experience collaborating with, or supervising, external tax and compliance service providers.
- Comprehensive understanding of accounting standards and how financial data moves through end‑to‑end processes.
- Practical experience working with ERP platforms, such as SAP or CFIN.
- A proven ability to implement process enhancements and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
- Outstanding communication skills and the ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders.
- An analytical and detail‑focused approach, with the capacity to manage deadlines and pressure in a global context.
- A mindset characterized by initiative, accountability, curiosity, and a proactive approach to problem solving.
Nice to Have
- Tax or statutory background related to the UK, Poland, US, Germany, Spain, or Australia.
