Tax Specialist-Tax Systems

Would you like to make a difference to the environment? Do you want to work for a global and ethical company? Join us and help us provide energy-efficient solutions that make a real impact. We make what matters work. To find out more about us check: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=baa_aiJ4L7E Job Summary The Eaton Tax Operations Group is responsible for worldwide compliance with ASC 740 - Accounting for global income taxes as well as global tax compliance and tax systems / technology. The data required to comply with the tax law is derived from various ERP’s and general ledger systems throughout the company. The Tax Specialist – Tax Systems will drive the documentation process for the tax compliance flows for indirect taxes globally and along with the Manager-Tax Systems design an efficient transformation of data from various financial systems into the tax compliance systems currently used by the global Tax department. This person will also drive similar process improvements and data streamlining for various financial and tax related data projects. This position will be able to integrate seamlessly and provide immediate value to the team due to the knowledge gained through mapping and understanding how the various pieces of financial information flows from the operations. Job Responsibilities Leads intra/inter-departmental process improvement teams such as teams initiating or monitoring organizational, accounting and tax process changes. Assist Manager-tax Systems in designing the global indirect tax technology strategy within the company. Analyze, prioritize, organize and maintain indirect tax business requirements and reporting needs on a global level. Evaluate existing processes and provide strategic improvements to drive efficiencies of complex financial / tax data flows. Identify issues and potential solutions related to high risk compliance areas and strategic implementations. Represents tax department in IT system and operational process discussions ensuring tax objectives are met. Conducts tax member meetings to ensure tax objectives are met during subject matter expert discussions. Assist with the management and coordination of tax technology projects with global internal and external tax department resources. Assist managing project budgets timely and accurately. Qualifications Education level required Bachelor or Master degree in economics, tax (technology / IT focus is a plus), accounting or finance related area required: CPA (or similar license / degree in country) candidate would be preferred (but not an absolute requirement if we find the right candidate without such license / degree) Years and area of experience required Minimum of 6 years of experience in a corporate / tax / finance environment (or equivalent experienced gained in other sector) with at least 2 years of (tax) technology / systems focus. Technical knowledge Foundational or experienced knowledge on Global Indirect Tax and tax technology / systems with strong appetite for continuous knowledge enhancement by (not limited to) internal / external trainings, self-study, on the job learning. Experience with corporate accounting and tax systems (e.g. Corptax, Vertex, Onesource, Oracle, SAP, Hyperion, etc.) Solid computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, Visio, and Power Point) Soft skills Excellent (written and oral) communication skills in English (any other languages covered is considered a bonus), at all levels of the organization to support the preparation/presentation of system processes to peers and management Strong critical thinking/analytical and problem solving skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and responsibilities while meeting deadlines Proficiency with researching tax jurisdiction specific filing requirements Attention to detail and strong ability to work independently within country or remote team setting
LI-AR2 What you will get from us Eaton’s mission is to improve the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technologies and services. We provide sustainable solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power – more safely, more efficiently and more reliably. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each day. It’s where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential—and where you can help us reach ours. Eaton’s 2020 revenues were $17.9 billion, and we sell products to customers in more than 175 countries. We have approximately 85,000 employees. We make work exciting, engaging and meaningful for our employees through our dedication to tackling some of the toughest power management challenges on the planet and by never losing sight of what matters. Our culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeed. We pledge to always foster a diverse and inclusive environment, including inclusion resource groups that bring together employees who share a common purpose, interest or background. In the past year, our company has received top employment recognition by the Human Rights Campaign and almost fifty percent of our Board of Directors represented diverse groups. When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we — as individuals and as a company — are stronger. We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the recent announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company’s operations by at least 50 percent by 2030. We are ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and committed to learning. We are confident we can deliver on our promise to improve the quality of life and the environment because of the attributes that our employees embody. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Job: Finance/Accounting Region: Europe, Middle East, Africa Organization: Corporate Sector Job Level: Manager Schedule: Full-time Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: Yes Does this position offer relocation?: No Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time