Tax Analyst

BW Energy Limited; Rio de Janeiro; Hybride; BRL 60 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

BW Energy Limited in Rio de Janeiro seeks a Tax Specialist to manage indirect taxes, including PIS, COFINS, ICMS, IPI, and ISS. You will ensure accurate tax returns, reconcile records, and monitor regulatory changes. Collaboration with Finance will support tax positions and process improvements.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, Brazilian tax knowledge, and fluency in Portuguese and English. Oil & Gas exposure is preferred, with a focus on compliance and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Law, or related field.
• Experience in tax compliance within a firm, law firm, or corporate environment; Oil & Gas preferred.
• Fluency in Portuguese and English; strong analytical and documentation skills.

Responsabilités

• Handle indirect tax calculations for PIS, COFINS, ICMS, IPI, and ISS.
• Review tax returns and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Reconcile tax and accounting records and coordinate adjustments with Finance.
• Monitor Brazilian tax legislation and regulations related to indirect taxes.
• Prepare tax calculations, working papers, and supporting documentation for filings.
• Assist tax audits, assessments, and inspections by authorities.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Portuguese & English fluency

Communication

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Law, or related field

Outils

ERP systems

Tax software

Description du poste

Summary

Responsible for calculating, reviewing, and reporting indirect taxes, including PIS, COFINS, ICMS, IPI, and ISS, ensuring compliance with Brazilian tax legislation. Reconcile tax and accounting records, maintain supporting documentation, and monitor regulatory changes. Support tax planning, projects, incentives, audits, and assessments by preparing analyses and documentation. Collaborate with Accounting and Finance teams to resolve tax-related matters and improve tax processes, controls, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Handle tax compliance by preparing and calculating indirect taxes, including PIS, COFINS, ICMS, IPI, and ISS, as well as other applicable taxes, ensuring accurate and timely submission of tax returns and ancillary obligations.
• Review and validate tax calculations, tax returns, and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable tax requirements.
• Reconcile tax and accounting records, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate adjustments with the Accounting and Finance teams.
• Monitor Brazilian tax legislation and regulations, particularly those related to indirect taxes, and support the implementation of required changes to tax procedures and processes.
• Prepare and maintain tax calculations, working papers, reports, and supporting documentation to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and traceability of tax filings.
• Support tax projects, initiatives, and strategies by preparing analyses, gathering relevant information, and maintaining documentation to support the company’s tax positions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, particularly the Accounting and Finance teams, to address tax-related matters and ensure the timely exchange of information.
• Assist in identifying applicable tax incentives and preparing the documentation required to meet eligibility criteria and compliance obligations.
• Support tax audits, assessments, and inspections by Brazilian tax authorities and government agencies, assisting with the preparation of responses and the organization of supporting documentation.
• Contribute to process improvement by enhancing tax processes, controls, and procedures to improve efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Law, or a related field.

Experience

• Experience in tax compliance within an accounting firm, law firm, or corporate environment. Experience in the Oil & Gas industry is preferred.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of Brazilian tax legislation, indirect taxes, tax calculations, and ancillary tax obligations.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and tax-related software.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to reconcile financial and tax information.
• Fluency in written and spoken Portuguese and English

Interpersonal Skills

• Communicates ideas clearly in presentations and meetings
• Identifies improvement opportunities beyond direct responsibilities
• Leads projects with clear direction
• Proactively communicates about risks and obstacles