Senior Tax Specialist

EPAM Systems; Colombia; Remote; COP 90,000,000 - 150,000,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems Inc in Colombia is seeking a Senior Tax Specialist to join our finance team. You will work at the intersection of compliance and process improvement, ensuring accuracy of tax obligations and timely filings across entities.

You will coordinate with regional stakeholders, support audits, and help automate tax workpapers, with a focus on Colombian taxes including VAT, ICA, and corporate income tax. Proficiency in Excel and SAP is desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting is required.
• Colombian Public Accountant certification is required.
• Minimum 3 years of tax experience in multinational or Big Four environments.
• Strong knowledge of Colombian taxes: Corporate Income Tax, VAT, withholding taxes, ICA, and Información Exógena.
• Experience preparing tax returns, calculations, reconciliations, and tax calendars.
• Experience supporting tax audits and refunds/compensation processes.
• Advanced Excel proficiency; ability to work with tax workpapers and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and review of monthly and annual tax compliance for Colombian entities.
• Prepare and review VAT, withholding tax, ICA, income tax, and other tax returns.
• Assist with tax reporting and information reporting (Medios Magnéticos and Información Exógena).
• Maintain tax reconciliations, schedules, and tax workpapers.
• Coordinate with Accounting, Finance and external advisors; support audits as needed.
• Contribute to automation and standardization of tax processes and workpapers.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

English proficiency (B2+)

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting

Colombian Public Accountant certification

Tools

SAP

Job description

We are looking for a Senior Tax Specialist to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a detail-oriented environment and enjoys working at the intersection of finance, compliance, and process improvement. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with stakeholders across different regions while contributing to the accuracy and integrity of our financial operations. This position also offers exposure to meaningful projects that support the broader goals of the finance organizationResponsibilitiesSupport the preparation and review of monthly and annual tax compliance obligations for Colombian entitiesPrepare and review VAT, withholding tax, ICA/local tax, income tax, and other applicable tax returnsAssist with preparing and reviewing tax information reporting, including Medios Magnéticos and Información ExógenaPrepare and maintain tax reconciliations, supporting schedules, and tax workpapersMonitor tax compliance calendars to ensure filings and payments are completed accurately and on scheduleAssist with managing tax credit balances, refund claims, and compensation processesSupport the Tax Manager with tax accounting, provisions, reconciliations, and tax reporting activitiesCoordinate tax-related information and documentation with Accounting, Finance, and other internal teamsWork with external tax advisors, statutory auditors, and other external stakeholders as neededIdentify tax compliance risks, inconsistencies, and opportunities to improve existing processesMaintain organized, complete documentation to support tax positions and filingsSupport the automation, standardization, and improvement of tax processes and workpapersParticipate in tax projects and other ad hoc activities assigned by the Tax ManagerEnsure effective knowledge transfer and a smooth transition process before and after a maternity leave periodRequirementsBachelor's or Master's degree in AccountingColombian Public Accountant certification is requiredA minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in Tax roles, preferably gained within multinational companies, Big Four firms, or similar corporate environmentsStrong knowledge of Colombian taxation, including Corporate Income Tax, VAT, withholding taxes, ICA, and tax information reporting (Información Exógena)Experience preparing and reviewing tax returns, tax calculations, reconciliations, supporting workpapers, and tax compliance calendarsExperience supporting tax audits, tax authority requests, and tax refund or compensation processesStrong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, along with solid proficiency in ExcelUpper-intermediate English language skills or higher (B2), with the ability to communicate effectively with regional and global stakeholdersNice to haveExperience working with SAP, which would be considered highly desirable for this roleWe offerInternational projects with top brandsWork with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peersHealthcare benefitsEmployee financial programsPaid time off and sick leaveUpskilling, reskilling and certification coursesUnlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ coursesGlobal career opportunitiesVolunteer and community involvement opportunitiesEPAM Employee GroupsAward-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedInEPAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.