Tax Specialist

Main purpose

Assist in managing the tax position of all Trafigura group companies in their operations across the Latam region, with special focus on jurisdictions such as Peru, Mexico, Argentina, Colombia, Bolivia, Brazil and Chile.

The Trafigura tax department supporting the group’s operations across the Latam region is based in the Montevideo regional hub (Uruguay). Functions are not focused in tax compliance and routine filing obligations of a given jurisdiction (day to day management of this function is performed mainly by local Accounting teams), but instead is focused in providing timely and accurate advice to the commercial team, assisting in M&A projects (tax related items), manage tax related litigation and audits, and monitoring compliance with transfer pricing rules across all LATAM countries.

Key responsibilities

• Provide tax advisory to internal stakeholders.

• Work on tax planning alternatives along with the Commercial, Finance and M&A teams.

• Assist in M&A projects by providing tax input, review economic model and leading tax due diligence.

• Monitor changes in tax legislation that may impact Trafigura’s business. 

• Coordinate and ensure the immediate implementation of tax compliance upon changes in regulations.

• Develop and maintain good flow of communication with the Authorities.

• Define and implement transfer pricing controls and monitor its compliance in all company transactions.

• Prepare reports and presentations to brief Senior Management in tax related matters.

• Manage all notifications and information requests from the Tax Authorities.

• Manage litigation (administrative and judicial stages) connected to taxes.

• Lead discussions with financial auditors when connected to tax related items.

• Supervise the calculation and determination of Corporate Income Tax (and deferred tax).

• Coordinate with group accounting and finance teams all intercompany funding to Latam subsidiaries and cash upstream in an efficient tax manner.

Required qualifications

• Eight years of experience (at least 6 in taxes) 

• Bachelor’s degree in law/accounting, major in taxes.

• Solid knowledge of tax law and regulations.

• Experience managing tax audits and tax related litigation.

• Experience working with accounting teams and/or auditors.

• English: Advanced (reading, writing & speaking).

• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Power Point etc.).

Preferred qualifications

• Industry knowledge in metals & oil industry (experience in other commodities is also valued). 

• Experience with derivative instruments (hedging). 

• Financial literacy. Candidate shall have strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial terms.

• Training and/or experience in taxes across multiple jurisdictions (highly preferable).

• Training and/or experience in Transfer Pricing (preferable).

• Prior experience in an in-house role.

Attributes for success

• Analytical skills and ability to work under pressure.

• Dynamic and determined, with the ability to perform and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Commercial acumen and business mindset, candidate must understand the company and its business and take a proactive approach to help the company achieve its goals.

• Strong communication skills.

• Strategic thinking.

• Proactive learning.