Job Description
Company description Company Description: Publicis Re:Sources is the backbone of Publicis Groupe, the world’s most valuable agency group. We are the only full-service, end-to-end shared service organization in the industry, enabling Groupe agencies to do what they do best: innovate and transform for their clients. Formed in 1998 as a small team to service a few Publicis Groupe firms, Publicis Re:Sources has grown to 5,000+ employees in over 66 countries. We provide technology solutions and business services including finance, accounting, legal, benefits, procurement, tax, real estate, treasury and risk management. We continually transform to keep pace with our ever-changing communications industry and thrive on a spirit of innovation felt around the globe. Learn more about Publicis Re:Sources and the Publicis Groupe agencies we support at. Website: https://www.publicisresources.com Overview Objective The Tax Manager will be responsible for managing tax compliance, tax reporting, and transfer pricing for the agencies and shared service center in Indonesia. This includes ensuring standardization of tax procedures across all agencies, guaranteeing compliance with Indonesia’s tax regulations, and identifying tax planning opportunities to optimize the company's fiscal position. The Tax Manager must also provide support and guidance to tax team, ensuring the efficiency and accuracy of tax processes in accordance with corporate policies and local regulations. Responsibilities Responsibilities Tax Compliance & Reporting Supervise tax compliance processes, ensuring accurate and timely filing of all applicable taxes, including direct and indirect taxes. Ensure compliance with Indonesia’s tax legislation and monitor changes in tax regulations, advising the company on necessary adjustments. Approve corporate income tax calculations and returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Oversee tax reconciliations and ensure they align with financial statements. Manage the cash tax and ETR (Effective Tax Rate) actuals and forecast reports Manage tax documentation and maintain updated records for audits and internal controls. Champion initiatives to enhance efficiency and automation in tax compliance and reporting processes. Tax Advisory, Strategy & Planning Develop tax planning strategies to optimize the company's tax position, while ensuring full legal compliance. Support transfer pricing compliance, including documentation and reporting requirements. Identify tax risks and opportunities for savings within business operations. Provide guidance on the tax implications of new business structures, mergers, and acquisitions. Serve as the primary contact for tax-related queries and provide insightful guidance on business operations Tax Audits & Authorities Act as the main liaison with Indonesia’s tax authorities, handling inquiries, audits, and potential disputes. Supervise tax litigation processes and manage tax-related legal matters with internal and external advisors. Ensure proper responses to tax assessments and develop strategies to mitigate risks. Internal & External Stakeholder Management Coordinate and collaborate with business CFOs, Controllers, and external tax advisors to align tax strategies with business objectives. Support internal and external audits, ensuring tax compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements. Provide tax training and awareness to internal teams to enhance compliance and efficiency. Team Development Provide training to the current Indonesia tax team, including onboarding, periodic refresher sessions, and updates on regulatory changes. Assess skill gaps and define an annual training plan aligned to compliance deadlines (CIT, VAT, WHT, TP documentation) and internal control requirements. Develop and maintain training materials, SOPs, checklists, and a knowledge repository to standardize tax processes across agencies and the shared service center. Coach and mentor team members through on-the-job reviews, case discussions, and feedback to improve technical capability and judgment. Track training effectiveness (e.g., filing accuracy, timeliness, audit findings) and continuously improve the program based on results and stakeholder feedback. Prefer or plus: AI related exposures is a plus. Proactive Learning & Tool Implementation and Adoption & Training: Maintain strong awareness of the latest AI technologies (e.g., LLMs, RPA, Python scripts). Proactively learn, evaluate, and apply AI tools to tax use cases. Act as an internal AI evangelist, actively sharing new technologies, training team members on AI tools, and fostering an efficient “human‑machine collaboration” culture. Tax Q&A AI Agent: Build and train an intelligent assistant based on the company’s internal tax law database and historical cases to provide instant answers to recurring tax questions from business teams and junior staff, reducing repetitive manual support. Automated Filing & Review: Use AI tools to automatically extract data, pre‑populate tax filings, and perform exception and risk scans, significantly shortening month‑end and year‑end close cycles. Qualifications Academic and Training Requirements Formal Education Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or Law. Postgraduate studies in Taxation, Finance, or related fields are a plus. Work Experience Minimum 7 years of career experience in tax At least 3 years in a supervisory position in a multinational company or Big 4 firm. Languages English - advanced or fluent Technical skills Deep knowledge of Indonesia’s tax regulations, including corporate tax, VAT, withholding taxes, and transfer pricing. Experience with tax audits, tax planning, and compliance processes. Strong understanding of international taxation and cross-border transactions. Familiarity with tax implications of M&A and corporate restructurings. Soft skills Results orientation Team Work Analytical Thinking Internal & External Customer service Willingness to learn Proactivity Problem Solving Tools specific knowledge Accounting ERP programs. Additional information Business Compliance: Ensure a sound understanding of, demonstrate commitment to and comply with all policies including Janus relevant to your role and all activities undertaken in that role. Actively develop and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues both at an interpersonal level and across all business processes within the wider business environment. Actively maintain communication and behaviour standards that foster a culture of strong customer and service excellence both within Re:Sources and across all customer and supplier organisations.
Academic and Training Requirements Formal Education Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or Law. Postgraduate studies in Taxation, Finance, or related fields are a plus. Work Experience Minimum 7 years of career experience in tax At least 3 years in a supervisory position in a multinational company or Big 4 firm. Languages English - advanced or fluent Technical skills Deep knowledge of Indonesia’s tax regulations, including corporate tax, VAT, withholding taxes, and transfer pricing. Experience with tax audits, tax planning, and compliance processes. Strong understanding of international taxation and cross-border transactions. Familiarity with tax implications of M&A and corporate restructurings. Soft skills Results orientation Team Work Analytical Thinking Internal & External Customer service Willingness to learn Proactivity Problem Solving Tools specific knowledge Accounting ERP programs.
Responsibilities Tax Compliance & Reporting Supervise tax compliance processes, ensuring accurate and timely filing of all applicable taxes, including direct and indirect taxes. Ensure compliance with Indonesia’s tax legislation and monitor changes in tax regulations, advising the company on necessary adjustments. Approve corporate income tax calculations and returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Oversee tax reconciliations and ensure they align with financial statements. Manage the cash tax and ETR (Effective Tax Rate) actuals and forecast reports Manage tax documentation and maintain updated records for audits and internal controls. Champion initiatives to enhance efficiency and automation in tax compliance and reporting processes. Tax Advisory, Strategy & Planning Develop tax planning strategies to optimize the company's tax position, while ensuring full legal compliance. Support transfer pricing compliance, including documentation and reporting requirements. Identify tax risks and opportunities for savings within business operations. Provide guidance on the tax implications of new business structures, mergers, and acquisitions. Serve as the primary contact for tax-related queries and provide insightful guidance on business operations Tax Audits & Authorities Act as the main liaison with Indonesia’s tax authorities, handling inquiries, audits, and potential disputes. Supervise tax litigation processes and manage tax-related legal matters with internal and external advisors. Ensure proper responses to tax assessments and develop strategies to mitigate risks. Internal & External Stakeholder Management Coordinate and collaborate with business CFOs, Controllers, and external tax advisors to align tax strategies with business objectives. Support internal and external audits, ensuring tax compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements. Provide tax training and awareness to internal teams to enhance compliance and efficiency. Team Development Provide training to the current Indonesia tax team, including onboarding, periodic refresher sessions, and updates on regulatory changes. Assess skill gaps and define an annual training plan aligned to compliance deadlines (CIT, VAT, WHT, TP documentation) and internal control requirements. Develop and maintain training materials, SOPs, checklists, and a knowledge repository to standardize tax processes across agencies and the shared service center. Coach and mentor team members through on-the-job reviews, case discussions, and feedback to improve technical capability and judgment. Track training effectiveness (e.g., filing accuracy, timeliness, audit findings) and continuously improve the program based on results and stakeholder feedback. Prefer or plus: AI related exposures is a plus. Proactive Learning & Tool Implementation and Adoption & Training: Maintain strong awareness of the latest AI technologies (e.g., LLMs, RPA, Python scripts). Proactively learn, evaluate, and apply AI tools to tax use cases. Act as an internal AI evangelist, actively sharing new technologies, training team members on AI tools, and fostering an efficient “human‑machine collaboration” culture. Tax Q&A AI Agent: Build and train an intelligent assistant based on the company’s internal tax law database and historical cases to provide instant answers to recurring tax questions from business teams and junior staff, reducing repetitive manual support. Automated Filing & Review: Use AI tools to automatically extract data, pre‑populate tax filings, and perform exception and risk scans, significantly shortening month‑end and year‑end close cycles.