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This is a rotational opportunity providing experiences in various functions and groups within the Tax department (Tax Accounting, Tax Compliance, Tax Audits, International Tax, State and Local Tax, Transfer Pricing, Value Added Tax, Customs, and Tax Planning). Designed for self-starters who take initiative, can manage projects through to completion, and have strong written and oral communication abilities.
Job Responsibility:
Responsible for operationally executing and supporting from GL perspective: Monthly closing and reporting as per US GAAP
Account reconciliation – including Reconciling indirect tax activity to the general leger
Annual closing as per US GAAP
Create Journal Entries based on financial information, focused on withholding tax, VAT and other taxes
Maintain and apply knowledge of direct and indirect taxes and developments that affect the business/country
Assist with compiling data used to file all tax returns
Support internal and external tax audit process by preparing audit support packages and analysis on areas including fixed assets, sales and expenses
Prepare schedules to assist with month-end Accounting close process
Provide clear reporting of information and analyzes data within a business area to identify reporting improvements
Maintain documentation in accordance with SOX requirements
Ensures compliance with GM Corporate policies and external regulatory requirements
Interacts with internal/external related parties (impacted Business Units, Global Controller’s Team, Global Finance Teams, etc.)
Has strong control focus – brings any issues (accounting or control related) forward immediately
Has a strong focus on process improvements to drive quality accounting and compliance
Frequent contact with others outside of work group to accomplish tasks
Participation in Special Projects (including LEAN/Six Sigma activities) – eventual leader of such projects
Highly technical in the use of SAP system (t-codes, asset module flow, etc.)
Supports BCP, BIA activities and updates EUCA Files
Requirements:
BA in Finance/Supply Chain/Accounting/Business or equivalent with strong foundation and experience in a shared service environment
In-depth understanding and experience in various controllership processes for Profit and Loss and Balance Sheet areas
Understanding of Indirect tax – application in monthly accounting cycle and reporting
Understanding of US GAAP, IFRS, and SOX /Internal Control Requirements
Working knowledge of SAP and other GM systems as required for the assigned position
Nice to have:
Possesses Continuous Improvement mindset and able to translate it to meaningful projects
Solves and Analyzes Issues, Stretched Goals
Drive for Individual Results
Ability to work cross-functionally
Basic Communication Skills
Experience working in a multinational organization and working with colleagues internationally is preferred
Basic domain knowledge of Tax accounting and reporting
Works effectively with others and as part of a team
Competent/Above-Average English Fluency
Ability to understand, speak and write Portuguese or Spanish is a plus (requirement for bilingual analysts)