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Job Description

Join our team as a Tax Manager EUCAN in the Global Tax / EUCAN Tax group.

This role will be critical in advising and managing the Takeda’s tax position in a selected group of European countries focusing on Eastern Europe. General responsibilities include but are not limited to pro-actively managing the tax audits with the relevant tax authorities in this region on a regional and local level, supervising and ensuring that all tax matters are being properly handled for including but not limited to tax accounting, tax compliance, tax litigation and transfer pricing, providing advice and support to local finance and helping actively educate business partners on relevant changes in tax legislation with material impact on the business.

Serving as a trusted partner to the business, this individual will play a key bridge function between the global tax functional leads and finance Takeda Business Solutions Hub in the region with the ability to reduce complexity and balance local vs. global considerations.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Establish and maintain network to business within the countries in scope, analyze tax implications for transactions and provide high quality tax support to business partners such as finance, legal, business development, supply chain, HR, country managers, etc.Ensure professional and transparent communication with tax authorities at all timeAccountable for corporate income tax compliance and tax audit defence within the region including coordination of corporate income tax compliance work with the Takeda Business Solutions (TBS Tax Solutions) in Poland and the local tax service providerProactively identify, manage and mitigate tax risksActively lead tax audits in the countries in scope including an alignment on information and data requests and liaison with global tax functional leads on audit defence strategyStreamline and monitor procedure for indirect tax, withholding taxes, and other taxes.Responsible for monitoring legislative changes in the region which will have a material impact on the business or alerting tax planning team on material changes in the businessProactively evaluate tax risks and discuss mitigating actionsMonitor and coordinate transfer pricing adjustments / documentation within the countries in scope in cooperation with Transfer Pricing teamReview contracts and business initiatives from a tax perspective

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Strong tax technical expertiseAbility to analyze complex matters and to present options for decision makingAbility to communicate effectively, and influence without authority across finance in the countries in remit, the business and external stakeholdersAbility to make well founded decisions with respect to tax compliance, tax audit and tax litigation in the countries in scope as well as to manage external providersEngagement across a wide variety of stakeholders in Tax, Finance, GBS, the business, ISIT and external consulting firmsFind innovate ways to capture information on materials business transactions for future tax audits and find innovate ways to reduce complexity and improve processes and communication

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

Required:

University Degree in accounting/finance/law, master’s degree in Economics/Finance or Law Degree, preferably with a specialization in TaxationExperience in a tax position, with a minimum of 3 years of experience within the Pharma industry or Big 4 industriesStrong knowledge of tax laws and fiscal framework ideally in Eastern EuropeComprehensive understanding of accounting for income taxesStrong tax research and presentation skillsMultilingualGood communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred:

CPA and/or certification as tax specialist (in line with regional industry standards)Relevant experience within Takeda or the global life science industryInterest in Tax TechnologyExperience with the concept of Shared ServicesPublic accounting experienceFluent in one Eastern European language

APPLIES TO SWITZERLAND

What Takeda can offer you

A flexible work environment  Comprehensive benefits packageContinuous professional development and global career opportunitiesThe opportunity to build next-generation analytics solutionsA culture that encourages an entrepreneurial spirit, agile thinking, and collaboration

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Takeda, the commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) is a personal one. Our team is one that spans over 80 different countries, each bringing unique backgrounds and experiences. These diverse perspectives reflect the perspectives of the patients who rely on the treatments we develop.

That’s why we aim to build a more inclusive and equitable environment. In doing so, everyone within Takeda can collaborate in a space free of fear or judgment. This is a culture where all are free to speak up.

Where each employee can contribute and grow as an individual while feeling a sense of belonging at Takeda.

Ready to reimagine your future?

APPLIES TO POLAND

No investment we make pays greater dividends than taking good care of our people. We offer you a full range of benefits, such as:

Your Wealth

Competitive SalaryAnnual BonusReferral BonusSocial Fund (Christmas Bonus, Holiday Allowance tec.)Employee Recognition

Your Health

Medical Care - various packages for the employee fully sponsored by Takeda. Family packages additionally paid by employee.Eyeglass refund

Your Future

Group Life InsuranceEmployee Capital PlansA broad variety of learning platformsProfessional Growth opportunities including mentoring program.Next-Generation Series – our comprehensive offer of internal webinars available to all employees from day 1

Your Well-Being

Subsidized Sport CardTakeda Sport & engagement teamsOne additional day-off for voluntary activitiesFruits in the office, broad variety of coffee and teaFlexible working hours and hybrid workingEmployee assistance programOnboarding trainings and support from an employee ambassador – “Tomodachi” – your buddy during the first month at Takeda

MORE ABOUT US:

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.

Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

This position is currently classified as "hybrid" in accordance with Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy.

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LocationsLodz, Poland

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypeRegular

Time TypeFull time