Indirect Tax S/4HANA Delivery Lead

Job Description
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Mondelez is looking for an experienced Indirect Tax S/4HANA Technical Delivery Lead to join our growing team. This position requires a solid background in finance and taxation, as well as some technical knowledge of SAP, LCR Dixon and Vertex systems for the US and Canada.
Within the SAP Platform, this role will assume responsibility for leading and developing new solutions and enhancing existing solutions in the North America (US and Canada) Indirect Tax product areas to address the tax application testing across this tax product domain. They will partner and build key relationships with the Finance, and the Tax Management Line leads to lead the delivery of our technical solutions for the company's Indirect Tax in the US and Canada. They will gain a deep understanding of the business processes, systems, and data that support strategic processes and programs related to our Indirect Tax product group.
For the U.S. and Canada you will ensure that we comply with all local indirect taxes including sales tax, and excise tax, and business license through 3rd party among others. You will also ensure the timely filing of returns and payments, so we comply with local regulations and ensure the accurate and timely reporting of our financial statements. To succeed in this role, you must understand the accounting entries for these taxes and ensure we are accounting appropriately. Understand basic knowledge implementations of Vertex, LCR Dixon and S/4HANA implementation, upgrades and user acceptance testing during any upgrade or implementation. In some cases, you may deal directly with local tax authorities to handle snap audits and to help prepare documentation to support them.
*** This role is based out of East Hanover, New Jersey with possibilities to be remote.
How you will contribute:

• This position requires a background in finance and taxation, as well as some technical knowledge of SAP, LCR Dixon and Vertex systems.
• The ideal candidate will have a passion for technology and a drive to stay current with the latest trends and methodologies in the field.
• They should be creative problem-solvers who can work independently and as part of a team. We are looking for a professional with a background in indirect tax as it relates to SAP, LCR Dixon and Vertex, who has a previous experience of successful implementations and a commitment to delivering excellence.
• The successful candidate will have experience in developing strategies for tax business processes and have a strong understanding of the indirect tax landscape.

Responsibilities:

• Develop strategies for complex business processes related to indirect taxes.
• Assist in Implementing or changing SAP and Vertex systems to support the indirect tax landscape.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure successful implementations.
• Monitor industry trends and methodologies related to SAP and Vertex systems against tax regulations.
• Provide tax expertise to ensure system compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and colleagues.
• Take ownership of projects and ensure their successful completion.
• Provide training and support to team members as needed.

You may also be asked to support the indirect tax process including preparation of tax returns, processing of payments and filing. You will also execute or oversee the timely filing of returns and payments to ensure full compliance with local regulations. In addition, you will understand and prepare monthly balance sheet and P&L reconciliation for indirect tax relevant accounts.
Support a strong controls and compliance environment within the Indirect Tax team and ensure full compliance with our AER policies. You will also ensure that we comply with all indirect tax local laws and regulations in your area of responsibility.
Implement efficient tax management strategies to optimize tax payments within the legal framework. You will also provide and interpret data from accounting records as required.
Embrace a mindset of continuous improvement. You will also identify opportunities to improve ways of working in US and Canada Indirect tax area.
You will also invest in your personal development and contribute to the overall development of your peers and the Accounting and External Reporting team.
What you will bring

• A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career. You will bring experience and knowledge in:
• EXPERTISE in indirect taxes with deep subject matter knowledge and background in associated local GAAP, account analysis reporting and closing processes. Solid knowledge of local indirect tax regulation and laws. Solid knowledge in policy, controls and compliance design including SOX reporting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and financial system knowledge. Exposure or knowledge of Avalara is a plus.
• BUSINESS ACUMEN and understanding of our business and finance beyond indirect tax scope.
• LEADERSHIP SKILLS including proven business partnering and communication skills across a multinational company. A team player with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders internally and externally.
• GROWTH/DIGITAL MINDSET and the ability to identify strategic opportunities and leverage technology to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• INTEGRITY and sound judgement in all decisions and interactions aligned with our values, policies, and external regulations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or economics
• 3+ years of Indirect Tax experience
• Strong finance and taxation background
• S/4HANA experience and Vertex understanding.
• Experience in developing strategies for complex business processes.
• Combination of experience in a Big 4 Accounting firm, in-house at a large multi-national corporation or internationally recognized law firm
• Experience in Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) experience is a plus
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Strong technical skills.

No Relocation support available
Business Unit Summary
The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, weproduce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands-including Oreo and Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz , Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products -are close at hand for our consumers across the country.
Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance.
Job Type
Regular
Tax
Finance