Sr. Tax Analyst

Job Purpose/Overview

• The Senior Indirect Tax Analyst is responsible for leading strategic tax projects, focusing on process and systems improvement, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• This role oversees and manages tax systems.
• Additionally, the analyst oversees the daily operations of a team of junior and mid-level tax analysts and tax assistants, ensuring efficient task execution and fostering team development.

What are we looking for?

• Minimum of 5 years relevant transactional tax experience, mainly indirect tax;
• Expertise in complex tax projects;
• Experience in big 4 company is desirable;
• Bachelor’s degree required, preferred in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, Finance or related field (such as Law);
• Experience maintaining and operating transaction tax calculation and compliance software (mandatory SAP and desirable TaxOne);
• Hands-on experience in tax-related projects and process automation;
• Familiarity with project management methodologies is a plus;
• Postgraduate degree or MBA in Tax Management, Finance or related areas is a plus;
• Project management certifications are a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Highly organized, self-motivated and detail oriented;
• Expertise in indirect tax calculation, such as ICMS, ICMS-ST, IPI, PIS, Cofins, and withholding taxes, is mandatory;
• English skills – Intermediate is mandatory.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Support for tax planning projects;
• Experience with the Brazilian Tax Reform is mandatory;
• Respond to ad-hoc requests;
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and align strategies to mitigate risks;
• Preparing technical tax requirements and documentation for ERP system updates driven by tax changes;
• Oversee internal tax processes to ensure compliance with current tax regulations;
• Prepare management reports to support strategic decision-making;
• Document workflow, procedures, checklists, and policies for assigned tasks;
• Plan and lead tax-related projects, including tax recovery initiatives, compliance automation, and system implementations;
• Strategically delegate tasks to ensure efficiency and adherence to deadlines;
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage stakeholders to ensure timely and successful project delivery;
• Provide guidance to the team;
• Provide technical support for internal and external audits;
• Foster the professional and technical development of team members.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. A
• strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.