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About the roleThe Tax Manager (Mexico) provides technical leadership for the Mexican tax function, ensuring local statutory compliance and seamless integration with Group reporting standards under IFRS. They own the tax reporting and accounting processes end-to-end, with a specific focus on managing complex tax accounting procedures across MX GAAP (NIF) and IFRS. To meet the organization’s goals, they oversee both internal and external contributors, ensuring technical accuracy and operational efficiency for all tax reporting in Mexico.To drive tax risk mitigation, they oversee transfer pricing documentation and maintain a permanent state of audit readiness for all cross-border and intercompany transactions. They collaborate closely with Group Tax to continuously monitor, assess, and address emerging tax risks and business changes. As a strategic partner, they lead tax planning and controversy management, defending the company’s positions before the SAT while optimizing the local tax footprint through efficient tax structures.Core Activities: Tax Compliance Governance: Ensure full tax compliance for all Mexican legal entities (NSF, ICSA, and SAICSA), guaranteeing accuracy and strict adherence to SAT regulations and Group tax policies. Lead the end-to-end preparation and filing of local and international returns (Income Tax, VAT, DIM, DIOT, and IFRS reporting packages), ensuring transparency and technical accuracy.Transfer Pricing & Audit Readiness: Drive transfer pricing risk mitigation by maintaining a permanent state of audit readiness for all cross-border transactions through robust documentation aligned with SAT and OECD BEPS standards.Planning & Forecasting: Coordinate quarterly and annual tax forecasting (Budget/Forecast), providing reliable estimates for the Effective Tax Rate (ETR) and aligning tax objectives with Group financial goals.Complex Tax Accounting: Oversee current and deferred tax accounting, managing the technical reconciliation between MX GAAP (NIF D-4) and IFRS (IAS 12) for both local and Group reporting. Be ready to respond to complex questions from a range of internal and external stakeholders relating to the MX tax provision and/or deferred tax balances.Tax Controversy & Representation: Represent the organization before tax authorities (SAT) and external advisors, leading the strategy for audits and controversy to protect the company’s interests and reputation. Collaborate with stakeholders across the Group to gather and evaluate information and analysis needed in the context of tax audits.Cross-Functional Advisory: Collaborate with Group Tax, Legal, Finance, and Supply Chain to assess the tax impact of business operations and provide proactive, technical advice on regional initiatives. Requirements: EducationBachelor’s degree in Public Accounting, Law, Business Administration, or Economics.Postgraduate degree or diploma in Taxation or Tax Law (preferred).LanguagesAdvanced English (ability to communicate fluently with global teams and deliver reports in English).ExperienceMinimum of 8 years of professional experience in tax matters (transfer prices), preferably within multinational companies or public accounting firms (Big Four).Proven experience in:Preparation and review of local and international tax returns (Income Tax, VAT, DIOT, DIM, Form 5471, ETR, etc.).Coordination of tax audits and interactions with authorities (SAT, IMSS, INFONAVIT).Lead transfer pricing risk mitigation for Mexico, ensuring all cross-border transactions maintain a state of audit readiness through robust contemporaneous documentation and alignment with both local SAT requirements and OECD BEPS standards.Analysis of deferred taxes, tax forecasts, and budgets.Implementation of tax automation and efficiency projects.Technical CompetenciesIn-depth knowledge of Mexican and international tax legislation.Familiarity with US GAAP / IFRS, JDE, and SAT tax tools.Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.Proficiency in advanced Excel and financial analysis tools.Interpersonal CompetenciesLeadership and management of multidisciplinary teams.Clear and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.Strong negotiation skills with authorities and auditors.Strategic mindset, critical thinking, and results-oriented approach.