Japan Tax Manager

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Job Description :

The Japan Tax Manager will report to the North Asia Regional Tax lead and be responsible for all direct tax matters and oversee all other tax related activities for Japan

Tax Compliance : All direct tax compliance is out-sourced and the role will work with advisors to ensure the accurate and timely completion of tax disclosures in accounts, corporate tax returns and other compliance filings.

Tax Planning and Strategy : Lead / support tax matters relating to business transformation and supply chain projects including M&A integration activities.

Audit and Reporting : Lead tax authority communications and tax controversy and audits. Prepare reports and documentation to support tax positions and filings.

US GAAP Tax Accounting : Support the US Tax Provision team in all aspects of US GAAP relating to the entities in scope, including cash tax forecasting and payments, quarterly provision, returnt to provision and uncertain tax positions.

Risk Management : Identify and mitigate tax risks. Stay informed about changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the company. Lead the global Permanent Establishment monitoring and approval activities working with other country / regional leaders to conclude on issues.

Cross-Functional Collaboration : Be the key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, building strong cross-functional relationships and operate as a business partner not merely an in-house tax advisor.

Transfer Pricing : Support the transfer pricing team and transfer pricing external advisors to ensure the group's transfer pricing policies are implemented and monitored.

External Relationships : Manage relationships with external tax advisors, keep up-to-date with legislation developments and communicate to the team and support other projects relevant to the region, and more broadly, including BEPS and Hybrid-mismatch.

Qualifications :

University degree in finance, accounting, tax

At least 8-10 years of work experience in tax from US multinational and / or accounting firm

Advanced proficiency in English

Effective work prioritization and time management

Communicate clearly and effectively