Tax Leader

The Tax Leader is responsible for leading and overseeing all tax compliance, reporting, planning, and risk management activities of the organization. This position ensures the accurate determination, calculation, filing, and reconciliation of federal, state, and local taxes in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The role also supports strategic tax planning initiatives, manages interactions with tax authorities, and provides expert tax guidance to internal stakeholders to ensure regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Manage, calculate, review, and monitor federal, state, and local tax obligations in compliance with applicable regulations.
Prepare, review, and ensure the timely submission of monthly, annual, and informational tax returns.
Conduct tax planning initiatives aimed at optimizing the organization's tax position while maintaining full legal compliance.
Oversee compliance with all tax and regulatory requirements across the company.
Monitor and reconcile tax accounts, including taxes payable, recoverable taxes, and related balances.
Analyze and determine direct and indirect taxes, including Corporate Income Tax, VAT, withholding taxes, and local taxes.
Coordinate and respond to tax audits, reviews, inquiries, and requests from tax authorities.
Manage tax refunds, credits, recoveries, and compensation processes.
Supervise and validate tax information prepared by the tax team and ensure accuracy of tax records and filings.
Provide tax advisory support to finance, accounting, human resources, purchasing, and operational departments.
Monitor changes in tax legislation and evaluate their potential impact on business operations.
Participate in monthly and annual financial close processes to ensure proper tax accounting and reporting.
Develop, implement, and strengthen internal controls to mitigate tax and compliance risks.
Prepare tax reports, analyses, and presentations for senior management and support financial planning activities.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives through process optimization, standardization, and automation of tax controls and reporting activities.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in corporate tax compliance, tax planning, and tax reporting.
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations.
Experience managing tax audits and working with tax authorities.
Advanced analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills.
Strong leadership and team supervision capabilities.
Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
Advanced English proficiency preferred.
Position Objective
Ensure the organization's full compliance with tax and regulatory obligations through accurate tax determination, reporting, planning, and risk management, while providing reliable information that supports strategic decision-making, business growth, and the achievement of the company's financial and legal objectives.