REIWA project tax specialist

General information:
This is a role that will suit proactive individuals who look to develop their tax as well as tax ERP/non ERP associated knowledge and gain a broad perspective of Hitachi Power Grids operations. This role is mainly but not exclusively focused on the REIWA program- one ERP system implementation across the organization. REIWA is an important PG IS ERP program which acts as an enabler of our ongoing transformation as an independent entity. In this role, you will be responsible for implementation of tax processes and solutions in SAP S/4 HANA, support deployment of Vertex (the VAT determination engine), provide tax expertise in the defined tax area to ensure compliance with local and international tax laws and regulations as well as support when it comes to Indirect Tax activities required by directives and policies.


Responsibilities:

• Supporting and coordinating scope related to tax during transformation project (deployment of SAP S/4 HANA as well as Vertex, the VAT determination engine).

• Ensuring that the Indirect tax outcome of newly deployed systems are compliant.

• Assisting in user acceptance testing, implementation and stabilization.

• Monitoring and reporting on progress and animating the project status meetings, delivering presentations/trainings on the process.

• Working closely with PG Finance, IT teams, tax personnel across the world. Keeping knowledge up to date regarding new systems and bringing learning into the organization.

• Providing support to temporary work teams, guide and monitor task completion, share expert knowledge and advice with/without carrying line responsibility.

• Validating the local tax requirements and assuring company's compliance with respect to tax.

• Providing tax expertise in the defined tax area to ensure compliance with local and international tax laws and regulations.

• Supporting Indirect Tax activities required by directives and policies (including preparation of tax returns etc.)

Your background:

• Masters / Bachelor Degree degree in Finance, Tax or equivalent is required. Practical SAP knowledge (e.g. FI, SD modules).

• At least 5 years of progressive work experience in area of Indirect tax (preferably gained in a SSC/BPO/international environment).

• Fluent English language and good interpersonal and communication skills, experience in managing complex and diverse stakeholders.

• Excellent presentation skills are highly desirable.

• Comfortable with leading calls and delivering presentations/trainings on the process.

• Strong coordination skills.

• Knowledge of Vertex or similar indirect tax engine not required but as an additional asset.