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This position, will be supporting the Tax Controversy Director in all tax controversy and tax compliance matters for all legal entities in Mexico
Responsibilities· This position will support and oversight certain tax compliance and tax accounting matters for both corporate income tax and Value Added Taxes prepared by a Center of Excellence and external resources with the support of a Tax Analyst.
· In addition, this position will manage all aspects of the statutory audit in coordination with the central tax accounting team and external providers (including annual tax provision and Dictamen Fiscal)
· Review of all corporate income/VAT returns, informative returns and the Dictamen Fiscal prepared by external resources. ·
· Work collaboratively with Tax Manager (Controversy and Audit) to jointly support all tax audits from the tax authority. ·
· Support central compliance and tax accounting teams in all internal audits relating to tax compliance and tax accounting as required ·
· Work collaboratively the tax advisory teams to align on the technical tax positions to be taken during tax authority and statutory audits.
Qualifications· Essential Accounting degree - - - with a minimum 5+ years experience in taxes or at least 1 as a manager.
· At least 2 years of experience dealing with tax controversy and tax compliance matters.
· Experience in drafting responses to the tax authority (preferably for multinational companies).
· Experience in providing extensive audit support requirements specifically with respect to accounting and digital invoicing connectivity in support of all tax audits and controversies.
· Experience in reviewing and managing the Dictamen Fiscal process with external auditors.
· Strong understanding of Mexican GAAP and US GAAP tax accounting.
· Strong interpersonal skills, natural collaborator who can engage with multiple stakeholders.
· Microsoft Office skills including a strong capability in Excel and Power Point
· Advanced English, written and spoken (indispensable)
About Us
At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.
As part of Team Amex, you’ll experience our powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.
About the TeamWe back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:
- Competitive base salaries
- Bonus incentives
- Support for financial-well-being and retirement
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
- Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
- Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
- Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
- Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
- Career development and training opportunities
Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.
Skills Required
- Essential Accounting degree
- Minimum 5+ years experience in taxes
- At least 1 year as a manager
- At least 2 years dealing with tax controversy and tax compliance
- Experience in drafting responses to the tax authority
- Experience providing audit support for tax audits
- Experience in managing the Dictamen Fiscal process with external auditors
- Strong understanding of Mexican GAAP and US GAAP
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Advanced English, written and spoken
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Healthcare Strength — Pay is often viewed as attractive when combined with comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage that supports day-to-day needs. The benefits package is also framed as especially helpful for those supporting dependents.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through a 401(k) plan with company matching. Financial wellness services and coaching are also highlighted as strengthening longer-term financial security.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is repeatedly characterized as generous and a valued component of the overall package. Time off and flexibility are presented as helping the total rewards feel more complete beyond base salary.
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What We Do
At American Express, we know that with the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. Whether we’re supporting our customers’ financial confidence to move ahead, taking commerce to new heights, or encouraging people to explore the world, our colleagues are constantly striving to uphold our powerful backing promise to our customers and each other every day. These beliefs have been our North Star for 170 years as our business transformed – from helping evacuate travelers during World Wars, to ensuring the safety of our customers’ funds during the Great Depression in the U.S., to creating the Shop Small® movement to help small businesses recover from the Financial Crisis, to providing aid to communities impacted by many natural disasters and so much more. For generations, the key to our success has been the determination and resilience of our American Express colleagues. Now, as a globally integrated payments company, we work together to provide customers with access to products, insights and world-class experiences that enrich lives and build business success. Join us and let’s lead the way together.
