US Direct Tax Manager

Reporting to the Sr Tax Manager US - this is US-focused role responsible for managing federal and state direct tax compliance reporting and advisory activities. You will support with strategic tax planning transfer pricing risk management and process optimization across the US legal entities and collaborates closely with global tax and finance teams.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Strategy & Compliance

• Lead the preparation and review of US federal and state corporate income tax returns including quarterly estimates and annual filings.
• Manage the US tax provision process under IAS 12/ IFRIC23 including deferred tax analysis and true-ups.
• Monitor US tax legislative changes and assess their impact on the companys tax profile.
• Ensure timely and accurate compliance with direct tax obligations coordinating with internal teams and external advisors.

Audit & Risk Management

• Oversee US federal and state tax audits ensuring appropriate documentation and communication with tax authorities.
• Maintain robust support for tax positions including technical memos and audit-ready files.

Tax Planning & Advisory

• Support tax planning initiatives to optimize the US tax position including M&A structuring intercompany transactions R&D credits and financing arrangements.
• Provide tax input on business transactions restructurings and operational changes.
• Liaise with non-tax stakeholders to ensure tax considerations are embedded in key decisions.
• Provide transfer pricing guidance to operations and ensure compliance with Sec 482.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Partner with Finance Legal and Treasury teams to support business initiatives and ensure tax compliance.
• Collaborate with global tax colleagues to align US tax strategy with international operations.

Process Optimization & Technology

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in tax reporting.
• Support automation and system enhancements including ERP and tax software integration.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field; Masters in Taxation is a plus.
• CPA certification strongly preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of US direct tax experience including time at a Big Four firm.
• Prior in-house tax experience in a multinational corporation is desirable.
• Strong technical knowledge of US federal and state income tax laws.
• Proficiency in tax software (e.g. OneSource) and ERP systems (e.g. IFS SAP).

Personal Attributes

• Hands-on and practical approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent analytical communication and project management skills.
• Proactive and takes initiative: a role where you can add value every day.
• Comfortable working in dynamic environments with moving deadlines multiple stakeholders and non-integrated systems.
• Kind collaborative and respectful we value team players who build trust and bring positive energy to the workplace.
• Able to maintain focus and accuracy under pressure and navigate ambiguity with resilience and optimism.

Additional Information :

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• BRILLIANCE
• RESPECT

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES 

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Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time