Senior International Tax Accountant

About Our Company: Vossloh Group is a leading global rail technology company dedicated to enabling safe, sustainable, and efficient transportation. With a presence in nearly 30 countries and 40 production locations, we make a significant impact on the mobility of people and the movement of goods. Our North America shared services team is seeking a skilled Senior Tax Accountant to manage our tax operations across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with potential for broader international exposure. As our operations grow more complex, we need a senior tax professional with a strategic mindset and expertise in multi-jurisdictional tax compliance.

Introduction: In this role, you will oversee complex tax operations across North America, leveraging SAP ERP systems to enhance accuracy and efficiency in tax compliance and reporting. You’ll be a key player in ensuring our compliance with local, federal, and international tax regulations. This position requires a tax expert with strong business acumen who can navigate multiple jurisdictions while fostering continuous improvement in tax processes.

Key Responsibilities

Tax Compliance & Reporting

• Manage end-to-end tax compliance for multiple jurisdictions including U.S. Sales and Use Tax, Canadian GST/HST/PST, and Mexican VAT (IVA).
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual tax filings and ensure adherence to all deadlines.
• Lead indirect tax compliance and corporate income tax processes across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

Corporate Income Tax & Provision

• Prepare and review U.S. federal and state income tax returns.
• Calculate and manage deferred tax assets and liabilities.
• Maintain accurate tax provision processes and analyze effective tax rate reconciliations.

Policy Development & Compliance

• Develop and implement tax policies aligned with Vossloh’s corporate standards.
• Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for tax processes.
• Train team members on tax compliance policies and best practices.
• Collaborate with German Tax team for policy compliance reviews.

General Accounting & Financial Control

• Manage monthly tax account reconciliation, invoicing and intercompany reconciliations.
• Oversee tax-related journal entries and ensure accuracy in tax balance sheet accounts.
• Collaborate with auditors to ensure tax compliance during annual financial statement audits.

Process Improvement & Technology Integration

• Utilize SAP ERP to streamline tax-related transactions and reporting.
• Maintain and optimize tax determination rules in compliance with IFRS.
• Identify opportunities for automation and process enhancements in tax functions.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Partner with internal teams across Finance, Accounting, and IT to support tax-related system updates.
• Work closely with external tax consultants on complex tax issues and audits and serve as the primary point of contact for tax audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA or an advanced degree in taxation preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in tax accounting with exposure to multi-jurisdictional tax compliance.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S., Canadian, and Mexican tax regulations preferred.
• Proven track record of success managing deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities.

Physical Requirements

• Position may require occasional travel
• Standard office environment requirements
• Ability to work extended hours during peak tax seasons

Our company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering a workplace where all employees can thrive and grow. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups and veterans.