Direct Tax Specialist (125838)

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At Goodyear we make lifes connections easier every day. People around the world count on us to get them where they need to go now and into the future.

But our relentless pursuit of forward motion doesnt just keep the world moving. It shapes a workplace that celebrates our differenttalents experiencesand cultures. It inspires us to continue developing our skills and encourages our career moves all while keeping us focused on building a better future for our associates our business and the planet.

Come discover the opportunities ahead with Team Goodyear!

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Reporting to the Manager Direct Tax COE EMEA the Senior Specialist Direct Tax COE EMEA will be part of the Direct Tax Center of Excellence and will support the Akron and EMEA tax department on US GAAP tax accounting /US tax.
• The Senior Specialist Direct Tax COE EMEA will support the Manager Direct Tax COE EMEA on deferred tax accounting provision to return monthly tax accounting/ETR files Quarterly FIN48 questionnaires follow up on income tax legislation changes cash tax forecating (AOP) completion of US tax questionnaires Pillar 2 filings withholding tax formalities.
• The Senior Specialist Direct Tax COE EMEA will assist on technical matters in CIT returns and review tax provision and disclosures in statutory accounts.
• The position handles (complex) compliance tasks as well as communications with all stakeholders and provides information to various tax authorities on its own.
• The position interacts internally with various departments and externally with auditors tax auditors and tax advisors.
• Assist on deferred tax accounting including TX 700/701 (annual reporting on deferred tax) preparation of provision to return (adjustment of tax provision in SAP to the filed corporate income tax return) preparation/review of monthly tax accounting / ETR file (simplification) preparation of Quarterly FIN48 questionnaires / follow up on income tax legislation changes preparation of cash tax forecasting completion of US tax questionnaires preparation of Pillar 2 filings preparation of withholding tax formalities (interest dividends interco payments)

To Join Our Team it will require you having:

• Minimum of 5 years of progressively more responsible tax experience.
• Big four and/or US multinational company experience and experience in US GAAP deferred tax accounting a plus.
• Track record of achieving measurable tax objectives. Knowledge of US GAAP (ASC74) local GAAP and local tax legislation from other EMEA jurisdictions in scope.
• Strong IT and research skills and ability to manage multiple tasks. Experience with SAP preferred.

What we offer:

• Pay for Performance incentive plan.
• Recognize and reward success.
• Provide adequate health care: medical subscription & eyeglasses reimbursement.
• Protect our associates during unexpected moments in life: life insurance employee assistance program aid allowance.
• Support your personal plans through the Flexible benefits budget.
• We truly believe in a healthy balance between your personal and professional life through:
• Flexible work schedule - specific to the activity /department.
• Hybrid work schedule
• Vacation: 25 days/year
• Additional days off for special events.
• Library Subscription through Bookster
• Easter and Christmas Allowance
• Referral bonus for new colleagues recommended by you.
• Discount price to purchase Goodyear tires.
• Discount offering for products and services through agreed partnership.
• We provide the resources to continue developing your abilities and career to realize your full potential: whether its learning from assignments exposure to new experiences or coaching and mentoring.
• Fun and CSR team is delegated to coordinate team events or community support initiatives.

Goodyear is one of the worlds largest tire companies. It employs about 68000 people and manufactures its products in 53 facilities in 20 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron Ohio and Colmar-Berg Luxembourg strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products go to