Manager Tax at IHG Career

, , India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Indirect Tax, Tax Compliance, Audit Support, Project Management, Analytical Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, ERP Knowledge, P&L Analysis, Balance Sheet Review, MIS Reporting, Process Improvement, Tax Planning, SOX Compliance, Data Validation, Tax Advisory

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Role Purpose Responsible for managing all indirect tax activities including tax compliances, business support activities, audit support and project management & support w.r.t tax activities. Schedule work assignments in all functional areas and provide day-to-day technical guidance and training to subordinate tax members to plan and ensure qualitative delivery of tax returns, applying appropriate control checks and based on complete business understanding, as per the planned timelines. Analyzes and interprets tax implications to provide management information on tax efficiency and savings. The role will also require close co-ordination with US based indirect tax team. Key Accountabilities Analyze, review, and ensure timely filing of US indirect tax returns (sales, use, and property tax) in assigned jurisdictions Review US sales and property tax returns prepared by third-party providers to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable laws. Oversee statutory indirect tax reporting across multiple states and local jurisdictions. Ensure timely funding and payment of taxes, including preparation of funding requests, approval coordination, and reconciliation of payments. Ensure strict SOX compliance across all tax processes and controls. Monitor, identify, and ensure timely resolution of tax notices, audit issues, and non-compliance matters. Support and manage state and local tax audits, including preparation and submission of accurate data, responses, and clarifications. Coordinate with external auditors by providing required disclosures, statements, and audit confirmations. Analyze tax implications of business operations and transactions within assigned jurisdictions. Support tax planning initiatives to improve efficiency and optimize indirect tax costs. Provide in-house indirect tax advisory support to business stakeholders. Coordinate with external tax advisors on complex or high-risk matters as required. Identify opportunities for process improvements and lead initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls. Ensure process documentation and SOPs are established, maintained, and updated in line with regulatory changes. Lead implementation of process changes arising from changes in the tax landscape. Support the indirect tax team with data validation, business license preparation, and audit support. Act as a backup to the Senior Manager and support continuity of tax operations. Key Skills & Experiences Education Graduate Diploma in Financial Management/CA/CWA/MBA(F)/CPA Experience With at least 6 years’ professional/management experience in US taxation and compliance. Technical Skills and Knowledge Good understanding of indirect tax law and practical implications. Good working knowledge of ERP environment. Good experience will be required in Indirect Tax, P&L Analysis, Balance Sheet review and reconciliations, MIS reporting, possesses good analytical skills. Good interpersonal skills Follow the key controls & compliance requirements of the organization and understands the implication of non-compliances Ability to understand, interpret and provide information and support to meet the audit requirements for their respective regions for internal and external audits including SOX audits Possess good communication/presentation skills and overall, a pleasing personality. Must be willing to travel and flexibility around shift timings Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills for the purpose of providing information Demonstrate computer skills and proficiency with MS office software’s At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey? Who we are At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we work together to deliver True Hospitality for Good on a global scale. With corporate offices and over 6,000 hotel destinations worldwide, a career at IHG is the perfect way to broaden your horizons. You’ll experience our unique culture and brilliant colleagues who will support and inspire you. With a host of corporate opportunities to choose from, wherever you are on your career journey, and whatever you want to achieve there’s Room for You at IHG. Over recent years, we’ve transformed our company. We have bold ambitions to drive performance and maintain our relentless focus on growth in order to be the hotel company of choice that guests & owners love. We are a hospitality business at our core and value connections and being together helps us foster a unique sense of belonging that also supports productivity. That’s why here at IHG, we give our colleagues flexibility and balance – working in a hybrid way, blending office and remote working collectively. We recognise that every role is different, that’s why leaders work with teams to determine how and when they collaborate. We provide a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life. These include impressive room discounts across our many properties, recharge days and volunteering days throughout the year. Through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace. We offer a unique and inclusive culture, where there is always Room for You to belong, grow and make a difference. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable laws. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Responsibilities

Manage all indirect tax activities including compliance, audit support, and project management. Provide technical guidance and training to subordinate tax members to ensure timely and qualitative delivery of tax returns.