Job Description
Overview WELCOME TO SITA At SITA, we keep airports moving, airlines flying smoothly, and borders open. Our technology and communication innovations power the success of the global air travel industry. You'll find us in 95% of international airports, working closely with over 2,500 transportation and government clients. Each partnership brings unique challenges, and we thrive on delivering fresh solutions and cutting-edge tech to keep operations running like clockwork. We don't just move the world forward-we're proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work® by 79% of our employees and certified in most of our growing locations. Here, we feel empowered, supported, and inspired to grow. Are you ready to love your job? The adventure begins right here, with you, at SITA. ABOUT THE ROLE AND THE TEAM Under the overall management of the Senior Director Taxation - Head of Tax, advise on tax related matters and support the tax effectiveness implementation of approved business strategies, with the overall objectives to create, protect and optimize value from a tax perspective in the context of SITA's business objectives. Manage tax related risks. Ensure compliance with tax laws and reporting requirements WHAT YOU WILL DO: For selected European countries and particular projects as applicable, advise and support the implementation in the following areas: 1. Tax Planning & Effective Tax Rate, ETR, management Identify, plan and execute agreed international and European multi-country tax projects. Provide tax planning, consulting and compliance expertise to the business, including advising management regarding the tax impact of new laws, regulations and EU/local tax developments. Perform tax review and approval for specific business projects, including cross-border contracts, restructurings and operating model changes affecting selected European countries. Contribute to and influence the development of the Company's financial policies, instruments and procedures from an expert tax standpoint, taking account of European legal entity, VAT and transfer pricing considerations. Support ETR management and tax risk assessment across the European portfolio, including analysis of local implementation of international tax initiatives where relevant. 2. Tax accounting & reporting Support the calculation of tax provisions and financial statement disclosures in global and local/statutory accounts for selected European countries. Collaborate with other SITA departments to ensure accurate, complete and timely data for tax returns, statutory accounts and group reporting. Prepare and review reconciliations of tax ledgers, tax GL accounts, revenue and VAT balances. Support the accounting team with analysis, tax depreciation/capital allowance workings and country-specific tax adjustments. Coordinate inputs for local corporate tax, deferred tax and Pillar Two reporting as applicable in collaboration with Group Tax and Finance. 3. Tax compliance & audit defense Be responsible for tax compliance oversight, tax planning, accounting for income taxes and preparation/review of applicable tax returns for selected European countries in compliance with local tax rules. Drive direct tax, indirect tax/VAT, withholding tax and transfer pricing compliance in consultation with external tax advisers and in coordination with Group Tax, including reporting and documentation requirements. Manage and drive tax audits, enquiries and certifications to closure within defined timelines. Consolidate information for internal and external audits, requests from tax authorities and statutory reporting, ensuring completeness and accuracy of all such information. Coordinate, control and follow up on VAT refunds, tax payments and tax authority correspondence. Monitor relevant EU and local tax developments, for example VAT, mandatory disclosure and other reporting obligations, and translate them into practical actions for the business. Qualifications ABOUT YOUR SKILLS: Bachelor’s degree, Specialist qualification in Law, Economics or Accounting; and/or tax +8 years work experience in an accounting/VAT environment preferably within a medium to large international company with a matrix business structure; Proficiency in spoken and written English, other languages French, are beneficial Strong analytical capabilities Demonstrate the ability to use sound judgement discretion and professional integrity Good communication and interpersonal skills, able to build strong relationships within the organization and with outside stakeholders Team player and committed towards work Attention to detail and accuracy of work Pro-active mindset Demonstrate PC proficiency (MS Office; Word; Power Point and strong in Excel skills Working knowledge of Oracle/ OBIEE (or equivalent financial systems) is highly desirable. Good knowledge of principals of Direct and Indirect Taxation WHAT WE OFFER We're all about diversity. We operate in 200 countries and speak 60 different languages and cultures. We're really proud of our inclusive environment. Our offices are comfortable and fun places to work, and we make sure you get to work from home too. Find out what it's like to join our team and take a step closer to your best life ever. 🏡 Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your team's needs) ⏰ Flex Day: Make your workday suit your life and plans. 🌎 Flex-Location: Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world. 🌿 Employee Wellbeing: We have got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), for you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year. We also offer Champion Health - a personalized platform that supports a range of wellbeing needs. 🚀 Professional Development: At SITA, we believe growth fuels innovation. Our learning ecosystem offers access to world-class platforms and programs designed to help you thrive. From LinkedIn Learning, Microsoft's Enterprise Skills Initiative, and Airport Council International -available to all employees-to specialized solutions like Pluralsight for technology upskilling, Harvard Business Publishing for people leadership, Stanford for strategic development and many others, we align learning opportunities with your Development Plan and our business priorities. Your development journey is supported every step of the way. 🙌 Competitive Benefits: Competitive benefits that make sense with both your local market and employment status. SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, we encourage women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities to apply and self-identify in the application process.
ABOUT YOUR SKILLS: Bachelor’s degree, Specialist qualification in Law, Economics or Accounting; and/or tax +8 years work experience in an accounting/VAT environment preferably within a medium to large international company with a matrix business structure; Proficiency in spoken and written English, other languages French, are beneficial Strong analytical capabilities Demonstrate the ability to use sound judgement discretion and professional integrity Good communication and interpersonal skills, able to build strong relationships within the organization and with outside stakeholders Team player and committed towards work Attention to detail and accuracy of work Pro-active mindset Demonstrate PC proficiency (MS Office; Word; Power Point and strong in Excel skills Working knowledge of Oracle/ OBIEE (or equivalent financial systems) is highly desirable. Good knowledge of principals of Direct and Indirect Taxation WHAT WE OFFER We're all about diversity. We operate in 200 countries and speak 60 different languages and cultures. We're really proud of our inclusive environment. Our offices are comfortable and fun places to work, and we make sure you get to work from home too. Find out what it's like to join our team and take a step closer to your best life ever. 🏡 Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on your team's needs) ⏰ Flex Day: Make your workday suit your life and plans. 🌎 Flex-Location: Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world. 🌿 Employee Wellbeing: We have got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), for you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year. We also offer Champion Health - a personalized platform that supports a range of wellbeing needs. 🚀 Professional Development: At SITA, we believe growth fuels innovation. Our learning ecosystem offers access to world-class platforms and programs designed to help you thrive. From LinkedIn Learning, Microsoft's Enterprise Skills Initiative, and Airport Council International -available to all employees-to specialized solutions like Pluralsight for technology upskilling, Harvard Business Publishing for people leadership, Stanford for strategic development and many others, we align learning opportunities with your Development Plan and our business priorities. Your development journey is supported every step of the way. 🙌 Competitive Benefits: Competitive benefits that make sense with both your local market and employment status. SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, we encourage women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities to apply and self-identify in the application process.