Sr. Specialist, Global Indirect Tax

Position ID:

Sr. Specialist, Global Indirect Tax

Org Unit:

GLOBAL/ Regional Tax PAC

Location:

Mount Vernon, Indiana

Chemistry that Matters™

A career at SABIC provides you with an opportunity to leave a lasting positive impact to the world and yourself. From excellent health and well-being benefits to our comprehensive learning programs. We offer a wide range of benefits and offerings that recognize that our people have unique motivations and ambitions. It’s all about matching what matters to you with what matters to us. Let’s explore what matters!

As one of the world’s largest diversified chemical companies, we activate the power of human capital to address society’s future challenges. Through partnerships, we enable life-saving medical innovations and help fight world hunger. We are driving the circular economy for the benefit of communities and our planet through sustainability initiatives, such as our TRUCIRCLE™ portfolio.  Our success is built upon the collective excellence of our 32,000 employees in 50+ countries.  Our values – Inspire, Engage, Create, and Deliver – are the foundation of our success. To learn more about these and how we strive to Be the Impact, click here.

Our purpose is "Chemistry that Matters". This is what drives us to do what we do. "Chemistry" goes beyond applying science and technology to enhance the supply of essential materials to the world. It is how we work, to build long-lasting relationships of trust. “What Matters” is making a meaningful impact for the world – through the customers and communities we collaborate with, so that we succeed and grow together.

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Job Summary

Leads and manages the Global Indirect Tax operations. Ensures compliance for all Indirect Taxes (SUT, VAT, GST, customs, excise, etc.). Manages and supports the optimization of Indirect Taxes in all countries of operations

How You Can Be the Impact

• Assesses and implements processes that continuously improve the sustainable efficiency and effectiveness the Indirect Tax position, including the cost-effective management of Indirect Tax resources.
• Supports risk management for all Indirect Taxes and proactively manages queries, audits and litigations from local tax authorities.
• Supports the implementation & development of the Indirect Tax strategy globally, ensuring the Indirect Tax compliance and local optimization of Polaris' Global Enterprise Model (GEM).
• Partners effectively with the Business and Corporate Functions in Indirect Tax projects and transactions.
• Regularly reports on monitoring, managing, controlling and tracking all Indirect Tax compliance requirements
• Supports the Sr. Manager Global Direct Tax and partners with the rest of the Tax team in developing the strategy map of Corporate Finance.
• Develops, implements and monitors the strategy realization of the Indirect Tax function
• Cascades the strategy into an annual business plan covering operational objectives and specific goals
• Supports the Corporate Finance function on the development, management, monitoring and completion of Global Tax goals reported in the Corporate Finance Quarterly Performance Review           
• Co-prepares the departmental global annual budget and monitors actual expenditure versus budget/plan
• Provides input and supports the Sr. Manager Global Direct Tax in developing the annual business plan & budget inclusive of annual operational objectives
• Manages Indirect Tax operations for all entities in all countries of operations
• Ensures, monitors, measures and reports globally accurate and timely Indirect Tax compliance
• Builds, manages and maintains strong relationships with Indirect Tax agencies and external advisers 
• Report and monitor KPI’s and performance of the Polaris Indirect Tax team to the Sr. Manager Global Direct Tax

What Matters to SABIC

• Bachelor's degree: a relevant subject such as: Economics, Accounting, Finance preferred or Masters or equivalent degree in a relevant subject preferred
• 12+ years in Indirect Tax
• Extensive experience in the Indirect Tax function of large multinationals and/or Big 4
• International global tax experience with detailed working knowledge of at least one tax jurisdiction and general practical understanding of international tax law and guidelines regarding Indirect Taxes, customs, import duties, etc.
• Fluent in written and spoken English; multiple language ability is an advantage
• Ability to effectively build Indirect Tax awareness in the executive levels across the Business team and Corporate functions to support the Global Enterprise Model and mitigate tax compliance risks and enhance the application of the Code of Ethics
• Advanced Adaptability, Analytical Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Facilitation, Global Outlook, Project Management
• Networks with tactically leading individuals and functions, manages outside advisors, Monitors and Reports on performance
• Solves unique and complex technical, managerial and stakeholder problems that have a broad impact on the business from global to country or local entity level

Eligibility Requirements

• You must submit your application for employment online to be considered. Please submit your resume using the “Apply Now/Apply” option on this page.
• You must be 18 years or older
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work for SABIC in the United States on a full-time basis.

Work Availability

Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this position. Applicants must be regularly available and willing to work (e.g. Monday – Friday) during assigned hours of operation and such other hours as the company determines are necessary or desirable to meet business needs

We are proud to be a diverse and an equal opportunity employer. We are fully committed to a culture of respect and inclusion.