Your Role
As a Tax Specialist, you will play a key role in managing the NA tax function, ensuring compliance, supporting audits, and driving strategic tax initiatives. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and external advisors to maintain high standards of accuracy, efficiency, and regulatory adherence.
1. Tax Compliance Reporting
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Assist in the preparation of tax-related financial data and footnotes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards (e. g. , ASC 740).
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Assist in collation of information required for preparation of US federal tax returns (Form 1120 and related schedules) and the state income tax returns for the Group companies.
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Review of corporate tax returns prepared by consultants in USA before filing them.
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2. Audit Risk Management
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Provide support for internal and external tax audits by providing documentation, addressing queries, and ensuring audit readiness.
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Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and risk mitigation within the tax function.
3. Tax Planning Advisory
4. Research Analysis
5. Stakeholder Engagement
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Build effective relationships with cross-functional teams, and external advisors to ensure smooth tax operations.
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Communicate complex tax concepts clearly to non-tax professionals.
6. Team Leadership Development
The Experience You Bring: Minimum 4 years in a tax role, preferably within a GBS environment focused on NA tax compliance.
Technical Skills : Strong understanding of USA, Canada tax regulations and international tax accounting principles. Proficiency in tax software (e. g. , TRCS, ONESOURCE Corp Tax), data analytics tools (e. g. , Alteryx, Power BI), and ERP systems (e. g. , Oracle Cloud).
Soft Skills:
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Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
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Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
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Effective verbal and written communication.
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Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Academic requirements: Bachelor s degree (or higher) in Finance, Accounting, or related field. Professional certifications (e. g. , CPA, ACCA) are added advantage.