Tax Manager, AME

<b> Company Profile </b><br><br>Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries. <br><br><b> Duties & Responsibilities </b><br><br><b> Purpose </b> <br><br> This position serves as the lead tax resource for the AME region including, but not limited to, the company's Angola, Congo, Cote d'Ivoire, Equatorial Guinea, Nigeria, Egypt, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and UAE operations. The tax manager is responsible for providing the necessary (1) tax planning support to the region and (2) tax compliance and provision support for local statutory financials and consolidated US parent company reporting. The job functions of this position will encompass approximately 50% planning and 50% tax/financial reporting compliance. <br><br><b> Functions </b> <br><br> Tax research and planning functions include, but are not limited to:<ul> <li> Provides international tax advice regarding structuring of new business, projects, client and supplier agreements </li> <li> Undertakes permanent establishment reviews and makes recommendations as needed </li> </ul> <ul> <li> Assist with international restructuring planning and implementation </li> <li> Assist with international acquisitions </li> <li> Keep abreast of new legislation and developing best practices </li> </ul><br>Financial reporting functions include, but are not limited to:<ul> <li> Ensure, record and advise on accounting for income and deferred taxes within operating jurisdictions </li> </ul> <ul> <li> Identification and evaluation of corporate income tax uncertainties </li> <li> Develop and comply with internal controls around tax reporting </li> </ul><br>Tax compliance functions include, but are not limited to:<ul> <li> Ensure that the company is tax compliant within operating jurisdictions </li> <li> Coordinate tax filings and information requests with 3 rd party service providers </li> <li> Manage 3 rd party service providers with respect to timelines and fees </li> <li> Facilitate resolution of tax audit exercises within the operational jurisdictions </li> <li> Assists in preparing transfer pricing documentation, especially regarding intercompany transactions. </li> <li> Support the functional group efforts around various indirect taxes such as VAT, GST, payroll, etc. </li> </ul><br><b> Supervisory Responsibilities </b><ul> <li> This position has 1 direct supervisory responsibility. </li> </ul><br><b> Qualifications </b><br><br><b> Qualifications </b><br><br>REQUIRED<ul> <li> Bachelor's degree (Business, Finance or Accounting) </li> <li> Extensive experience of corporate tax </li> </ul><br>DESIRED<ul> <li> Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) </li> <li> US tax and GAAP knowledge </li> <li> Working knowledge of PeopleSoft </li> <li> Experience working in a global and cross-functional environment </li> </ul><br><b> Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics </b><ul> <li> Global Thinker and Creative Professional who can contribute in a team environment </li> <li> Strong analytical and project management skills with a pro-active approach towards the desired result </li> <li> Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills </li> <li> Ensures that regular consistent communication takes place within area of responsibility </li> <li> Ability to collaborate with team members and drive results </li> <li> Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from external and internal customers. </li> <li> Ability to effectively present information to management. </li> <li> Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. </li> <li> Ability to interpret an extensive variety of laws and regulations. </li> <li> Ability to explain complex tax issues to non-tax professionals </li> </ul><br><b> Closing Statement </b><br><br>We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to advance in an international company. To apply, click 'Apply Now'.