Introduction:

We are seeking a skilled Tax & Customs Manager to oversee tax and customs matters for our operations in Japan. This role involves acting as the primary contact for tax-related issues, ensuring compliance, and managing relationships with external consultants and authorities.

About the Role:

As the Tax & Customs Manager, you will be responsible for handling all tax and customs matters in Japan (excluding personal tax issues). You will act as a liaison between the business unit, external consultants, and regional tax authorities. This role requires a proactive approach to ensure full corporate tax compliance and to manage exposure to tax and customs risks effectively.

Responsibilities:

• Primary Contact: Serve as the main point of contact for all tax and customs matters, including liaising with external consultants and regional tax heads.
• Tax Compliance: Ensure full corporate tax compliance, including the submission of tax accounting, WHT compliance, and preparation of tax computations and returns for both direct and indirect taxes.
• Internal Communication: Provide timely and proactive advice to senior management and internal stakeholders via internal communication or formal processes.
• Risk Management: Establish internal processes to manage exposure to tax and customs risks, provide timely alerts, and assist with special projects as needed.
• Tax Reporting: Oversee monthly tax reporting and coordinate with customs authorities.
• Transfer Pricing: Support the preparation of local transfer pricing documentation.
• Audit Management: Manage external tax audits and interface with fiscal authorities.

Requirements:

• Experience: Minimum of 10 years in providing tax advice, with experience in Big 4 firms or large multinational companies preferred. Experience with a diverse range of products and services is also desirable.
• Knowledge: Strong knowledge of general tax and tax accounting, with up-to-date understanding of the latest tax developments. Exposure to customs compliance is required.
• Skills: Excellent analytical skills, ability to understand complex business transactions, and capability to identify potential risks and suggest mitigating solutions.
• Communication: Strong communication skills with a good command of English, both written and verbal.
• Personal Attributes: Mature, persistent, and able to handle complex issues with a strategic approach.

Why Apply:

This role offers an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of tax and customs management within a dynamic environment. You will play a critical role in ensuring compliance, managing risks, and supporting strategic initiatives. Joining our team means being part of a company dedicated to innovation and sustainability, where diversity and inclusion are valued. This position also provides the chance to work with a diverse team and contribute to impactful projects in a global context.