This privately owned global trading company has a long history as one of the leading commodity traders in international markets. As the business builds on its long & successful history and expands into new markets, there is an opportunity for a Regional Head of Tax to join and drive the business forward.
The Head of Tax - EMEA takes responsibility for the tax planning, M&A, direct & indirect tax compliance and reporting work for the region. The role collaborates with two other Regional Tax Directors (one in the US & the other in Singapore) and, together with the global CFO, you will handle all tax decisions of the global business.
At any one time there are a multitude of ongoing planning projects including financing projects, acquisitions, joint ventures, reorganisations, loan restructurings and spin offs. You will need to work closely with the global tax, legal and M&A teams, and develop excellent knowledge of the group structure and of the taxation profile in other regions. As in most businesses, tax planning cannot be carried out on a purely regional basis, so you must be able to work closely with other tax leaders.
Based in Geneva, you will manage a small tax team of three (International Tax Manager, VAT Tax Manager and Junior Tax Manager). There is significant time pressure, particularly in the context of M&A work, and the ability to set priorities must be matched with flexibility in the light of changing events.
To fulfil this key leadership position, you are likely to be a qualified accountant with a minimum 12 yearsВ’ corporate tax experience, including exposure to mergers & acquisitions and strong transfer pricing knowledge. Fluency in English is essential and French would be a distinct advantage.
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