Group Tax & Compliance Officer

at  BARONIE

As the Group Tax & Compliance Officer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the company’s compliance with regulations, transfer pricing, and the evolving global tax landscape, including Pillar 2 regulations.
Together with the Group Controller, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing compliance programs across the organization’s global entities. You will report to the Group Controller.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Relevant Master’s degree in one of the following: Taxation, Accounting, Finance, (Fiscal) Law, Economics or related field;
Minimum of 3 years of experience in compliance, transfer pricing, corporate law or a similar role in an international organization or consulting firm;
Strong knowledge of OECD transfer pricing guidelines and Pillar 2 global tax framework.

YOUR SKILLS & COMPETENCES:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate complex tax issues to non-tax stakeholders;
Fluency in English is required; additional languages are an asset;
Strategic thinker with the ability to identify and mitigate tax risks;
High attention to detail and accuracy in tax documentation and reporting;
Ability to work independently and proactively in a fast-paced, international environment;
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Transfer Pricing Management
Oversee and maintain the group’s transfer pricing policies, ensuring compliance with international regulations;
Prepare, review, and help local finance teams to update transfer pricing documentation across all jurisdictions to align with OECD guidelines including master file and local file templates;
Collaborate with external advisors and internal stakeholders to ensure the proper application of transfer pricing methods and mitigate any related risks;
Monitor intercompany transactions and ensure alignment with market-based pricing;
Manage transfer pricing audits, inquiries, and assessments globally.
Tax Compliance & Strategy
Manage corporate tax compliance activities, including direct and indirect tax matters across multiple jurisdictions;
Identify tax risks and opportunities and propose tax-efficient structures and solutions to optimize the group’s tax position;
Act as the main point of contact with the country finance teams on tax issues, audits, and disputes;
Collaborate with the finance and accounting teams to ensure proper tax provisions and accurate tax reporting in the financial statements;
Provide regular reports on tax compliance status, risks, and opportunities to management.
Pillar 2 (Global Minimum Tax) Compliance
Monitor developments in OECD’s Pillar 2 regulations (global minimum tax) and assess their impact on the group’s operations;
Lead the implementation of Pillar 2 compliance strategies, ensuring that the group meets all requirements in the countries where it operates;
Develop and update group-wide policies and processes to ensure compliance with Pillar 2 rules, including reporting and documentation requirements.
Corporate Governance & Legal Compliance
Ensure that the group adheres to all relevant corporate governance requirements related to compliance;
Keep up to date with evolving international laws and regulations, ensuring that internal policies and procedures remain compliant;
Coordinate with external advisors and internal stakeholders to ensure the proper application in the group;
Provide training and guidance to local management and finance teams on legislation, tax and transfer pricing matters, ensuring consistency and compliance across all entities.