Supervisor, Taxes

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The Taxes Supervisor is responsible for the timely and accurate fulfillment of tax obligations—both local and corporate—for the assigned legal entities within the cluster, related to direct taxes. Lead tax strategies to optimize the tax burden of those entities (direct taxes), proactively engage in business projects and processes that have tax implications (invoicing, bids/tenders, definition of tax rates for billing, invoice review processes for payment, ERP implementation, IFRS adoption, etc.).

Also, interact and act as the main point of contact with corporate teams and external/internal auditors regarding tax matters (direct taxes) for all legal entities. Provide support in indirect tax processes when required due to geographic needs (on-site support, payment processing on tax authority platforms) or to align impacts on direct taxes (review of filings or positions) for the assigned cluster entities!

• We promote a culture of compliance with ethical standards and business practices within the organization.

• We own the ethics and compliance program implementation. We prevent, detect, and resolve violations of law, Baxter policies, and the code of conduct accurately.

• We implement Baxter’s code of conduct, policies, and procedures, including (but not limited to) the Global Interactions Policy and Third-Party Policy, supporting processes and ensuring employee onboarding and training.

• We identify compliance and legal risks for Baxter within the country/cluster.

Ensure accurate compliance with tax obligations such as:

• We prepare and calculate applicable direct taxes for assigned entities.

• We examine and lead all aspects of direct tax calculations prepared by external firms. We handle submission of informative tax returns and respond to requirements from tax authorities (invitations, special audits, etc.)

• We pay of taxes for all group companies (monthly and annually).

• We review and submit the Tax Audit Report or ISIF, as applicable for each entity.

• Submission and alignment of electronic accounting records.

• Compliance with electronic invoicing regulations and related documentation.

• We coordinate with the Costa Rica shared service center to provide local support when vital for indirect tax compliance (VAT, water rights, property tax, business licenses, etc.).

• We stay informed of and implement new requirements resulting from tax law changes.

• We verify updates and payments with SIEM (Mexico), participate in dividend payment processes and provide legal certainty to companies by avoiding penalties due to late or incorrect payments.

• We optimize the companies’ tax burden within the legal and corporate framework, and ensure timely compliance with corporate tax requirements (deferred taxes, tax kits, boycott regulations, etc.).

• Provide tax support and advisory to different company areas while serving as legal representative before tax authorities (special power of attorney).

• Lead projects related to changes in tax obligations and/or operational changes affecting tax compliance, support internal and external audit reviews, approve and take ownership for accounting entries within the handled area.

• We ensure assigned accounting accounts are reconciled and accurately maintained.

• We stay in sync with Sarbanes-Oxley internal control requirements, regulations, financial guidelines, and protocols, and with GMP (Good Documentation Practices) and applicable SOPs.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Certified Public Accountant with professional license a must

• 5+ years of experience in tax within a multinational company or tax/accounting firm (preferred) and 2 years of experience in supervisory roles in tax

• Experience taking care of tax authorities (audits, invitations, communications).

• Experience with U.S.-based companies (preferred)

• English B2+ or higher

• Proficiency in tax, accounting, legal and auditing procedures.

• Knowledge of ERP systems and related platforms.

• Knowledge of NIFs and US GAAP.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and wide-ranging environment

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