Senior Tax Manager

Function

Were Hitachi Vantara the data foundation trusted by the worlds innovators. Our resilient high-performance data infrastructure means that customers from banks to theme parks can focus on achieving the incredible with data.

If youve seen the Las Vegas Sphere youve seen just one example of how we empower businesses to automate optimize innovate and wow their customers. Right now were laying the foundation for our next wave of looking for people who love being part of a diverse global team and who get excited about making a real-world impact with data.

Our Company
Were Hitachi Vantara the data foundation trusted by the worlds innovators. Our resilient high-performance data infrastructure means that customers from banks to theme parks- can focus on achieving the incredible with data.
If youve seen the Las Vegas Sphere youve seen just one example of how we empower businesses to automate optimize innovate and wow their customers. Right now were laying the foundation for our next wave of growth. Were looking for people who love being part of a diverse global team and who get excited about making a real-world impact with data.

Team

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Tax Manager to lead the organizations APAC tax function. This role is responsible for overseeing APAC corporate tax compliance tax planning transfer pricing tax reporting and ensuring compliance with local and international tax regulations. The ideal candidate will work closely with Finance Legal and business stakeholders to manage tax risks while supporting business growth through effective tax strategies.

Role- Key Responsibilities

Tax Compliance

• Oversee the preparation review and timely filing of all APAC corporate income tax indirect tax withholding tax and other statutory tax returns.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws regulations and reporting requirements across relevant jurisdictions.
• Manage tax audits investigations and correspondence with tax authorities.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory tax changes and assess their impact on the business.

Tax Planning & Advisory

• Develop and implement tax-efficient strategies aligned with the companys business objectives.
• Provide tax advice on mergers and acquisitions restructuring new business initiatives and cross-border transactions.
• Review contracts and business arrangements to identify tax implications and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Support transfer pricing documentation and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.

Financial Reporting

• Oversee tax accounting and reporting in accordance with IFRS or local GAAP.
• Review quarterly and annual tax provisions deferred tax calculations and tax disclosures.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors during statutory and tax audits.

Risk Management

• Identify and mitigate tax risks across the organization.
• Strengthen internal tax controls and governance processes.
• Ensure appropriate documentation is maintained to support tax positions.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead mentor and develop the tax team.
• Partner with Finance Legal HR Procurement and business units to provide tax guidance.
• Manage relationships with external tax advisors auditors and regulatory authorities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance tax processes and operational efficiency.

What youll bring

Education & Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance Taxation or a related discipline.

• Professional qualification such as CPA ACCA ICAEW CA or Chartered Tax Advisor (CTA) is preferred.

• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in taxation including corporate tax indirect tax and international taxation.

• Experience in a Big Four accounting firm and/or multinational corporation is highly preferred.

• Proven experience managing tax audits and tax planning initiatives.

• Prior experience leading and developing teams.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of corporate tax indirect tax transfer pricing and international tax regulations.

• Familiarity with IFRS and tax accounting principles.

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle) and Microsoft Excel.

• Knowledge of tax technology and automation tools is an advantage.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

• High level of integrity and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong leadership coaching and project management skills.

About us
Were a global team of innovators. Together we harness engineering excellence and passion for insight to co-create meaningful solutions to complex challenges. We turn organizations into data-driven leaders that can a make positive impact on their industries and society. If you believe that innovation can inspire the future this is the place to fulfil your purpose and achieve your potential

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Were a global team of innovators. Together we harness engineering excellence and passion for insight to co-create meaningful solutions to complex challenges. We turn organizations into data-driven leaders that can a make positive impact on their industries and society. If you believe that innovation can inspire the future this is the place to fulfil your purpose and achieve your potential.

Hitachi is a global company operating across a wide range of industries and regions. One of the things that sets Hitachi apart is the diversity of our business and people which drives our innovation and growth.

We are committed to building an inclusive culture based on mutual respect and merit-based systems. We believe that when people feel valued heard and safe to express themselves they do their best work.

We help take care of your today and tomorrow with industry-leading benefits support and services that look after your holistic health and wellbeing. Were also champions of life balance and offer flexible arrangements that work for you (role and location dependent). Were always looking for new ways of working that bring out our best which leads to unexpected ideas. So here youll experience a sense of belonging and discover autonomy freedom and ownership as you work alongside talented people you enjoy sharing knowledge with.

Were proud to say were an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants for employment without attention to race colour religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran age disability status or any other protected characteristic. Should you need reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process please let us know so that we can do our best to set you up for success.