Tax Manager – Colombia

Our client is a major multinational in the agribusiness market, a global leader in its segment, and is undergoing continuous growth and expansion in Brazil and Latin America.

Reporting to business leaders and the tax department, this professional's primary responsibilities will be:

• Understand the business dynamics, commercial and regional strategy of the group to communicate effectively and become a valued business partner.
• Interact with the Executive Management in-country and heads of operational departments (e.g., Finance, Supply Chain, Sales) to provide proactive tax guidance, promoting efficient, effective, and compliant business solutions.
• Oversee the company's tax matters across multiple jurisdictions, including liaising with relevant authorities.
• Manage interactions, audits, and disputes with tax authorities.
• Manage tax projects in the Colombia, from design through implementation.
• Advise on high-value business activities (e.g., major contracts, IP, M&A, ERP implementations, and corporate restructuring).
• Support quarterly reporting in compliance with US GAAP.
• Manage a portfolio of external consultants, ensuring quality deliverables and budget control.
• Develop, prepare, and conduct appropriate tax training for the business, aimed at addressing risks and enhancing overall awareness and capabilities within the company.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Law, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Master’s degree, MBA/CPA in Taxation, or advanced postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline preferred.
• Tax experience in Colombia region, with an emphasis on tax planning.
• Experience with one of the Big Four firms is advantageous.
• Experience in the agribusiness sector is preferred.
• Understanding of income tax compliance and accounting, including exposure to ASC 740.
• Ability to collaborate with multifunctional business partners and internal tax teams at all levels.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of discussing and explaining complex tax issues to specialists and non-specialists.
• Team spirit, able to interact well with colleagues in the tax department and other departments.
• Ability to work independently, managing multiple priorities and varied deadlines.
• Proven ability to successfully complete complex tax projects and reorganizations.
• High level of integrity, always prepared to do the right thing.

An excellent opportunity for professionals with a solid academic background and previous experience in direct tax planning within large companies, preferably in agribusiness.

Proactivity, leadership, strategic vision, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, high negotiation skills, diplomacy, and strong interpersonal skills (internally and externally) complete the profile.