This position will have tax reporting & compliance responsibility for a group of European markets and will report to the Senior Tax Manager.
The primary focus of the work is US GAAP Tax Reporting, local country tax compliance and reporting, and managing the data requirements for local country tax audits.
The individual filling this position will be expected to develop detailed knowledge of the tax regimes within his or her scope of responsibility.
The Tax Accountant will also be the primary contact for the GBS colleagues who also have responsibilities for these entities.
Functional Area: European Tax Reporting Direct Supervisor: Senior Tax Manager Key Responsibilities: Develop knowledge of major drivers impacting the tax and corporate position of their European Markets Make tax payments Prepare Tax Returns following a standardized methodology, involving significant automation and assembly of final returns using tax return software where possible Work with local advisors to sign off on tax returns based on materiality and risk Provide the data requirements for local country tax audit processes as required Participate in the transition of market responsibilities from the business to the European Tax Centre.
Skills & Experience Required: Education and Background: Qualified accountant or tax advisor Experience in industry or a Big 4 accounting firm Preferred: Accountant Certifications/Licenses: A recognized tax or accounting qualification Preferred: ACA, ACCA, AITI, CIMA Required Experience: Financial Tax Accounting experience Experience in Tax Reporting including knowledge of Deferred Tax and drivers of Effective Tax Rate Delivery of tax compliance processes Preferred: experience in tax compliance and reporting activities across more than one European country is preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of the principles of direct taxation and their interaction with reporting processes Good organization and prioritization skills Good written and verbal communication skills Good analytical and problem-solving skills Proficient in Excel Practical experience in Financial Systems Preferred: ability to speak more than one European language and familiarity with ERP Systems Make a difference today!
All suitable candidates should apply through the link with CV provided.
We are looking forward to hearing from you!
Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction in which it operates.
Due to the high volume of applications we will be contacting successful candidates only.
In order to be considered for this position you need to be legally eligible to work in the EU.
The closing date for application is March 16th.
Skills: ACA ACCA AITI CIMA