Tax Specialist (m/f/d)

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Job Description Summary

The tax specialist is responsible for ensuring compliance with tax regulations, preparing tax returns, and providing expert guidance on tax-related matters. Analyzing financial records, researching tax laws, and assisting in tax planning strategies to optimize financial efficiency while minimizing tax liabilities. The Tax Specialist plays a crucial role in maintaining accurate tax documentation and supporting the organization’s financial objectives. Monitor existing investment incentive programs and explore new opportunities.

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and submit federal, state, and local tax returns accurately and on time.
• Conduct in-depth tax research to ensure compliance with current tax laws and regulations.
• Analyze financial statements and other documents to identify potential tax issues and opportunities.
• Assist in the development and implementation of tax planning strategies to optimize tax liabilities.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the organization.
• Respond to tax-related inquiries and communicate with tax authorities when necessary.
• Maintain detailed and accurate tax and accounting records.
• Support internal and external audits by providing tax-related information and documentation.
• Supports the finance team to ensure accurate and consistent financial reporting.
• Collaborate with various departments to optimize tax strategies and minimize tax liabilities.
• Provide support for all requirements above investment incentive programs, monitor existing programs and explore new opportunities.
• Manage and coordinate the types of transactions in each general ledger account.
• Monitor and follow up on the status of general ledger accounts and ensure proper support for recorded transactions.
• Provide monthly reconciliations.
• Provide guidance and training to other team members on tax matters.
• Comply with the organization's rules and internal regulations, namely the Code of Ethics, environmental, energy efficiency, health, and safety at work, quality, and productivity norms and standards.
• Perform other tasks not included in the primary activities for which you were hired, when service needs or convenience justify it, for the necessary period to meet those needs or conveniences.
  

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in: Finance, Accounting, Management, or related field required. Master´s degree highly desired.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.
• Minimum of 5 years related work experience in Accounting.
• Experience in the automotive industry or related field preferred.
• Good Knowledge of SAP ERP Systems.
• Knowledge of international accounting standards, such as US GAAP and SOX, will be considered a plus.
• Strong knowledge of Portuguese tax legislation.
• Must have intermediate- to advanced-level software skills in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Good interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills required.
• Good English language skills (spoken and written).
• Proficiency level Portuguese (spoken and written).

 

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