Lead Tax solution architect

Damco Spain SL; Maidenhead; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in Maidenhead is seeking an experienced Tax Transformation Specialist with over 15 years of expertise and significant SAP involvement. This role requires proven skills in tax technology implementation, project management, and a strong understanding of global tax rules. You will collaborate in a diverse team environment with hybrid working flexibility and industry-leading benefits.

Benefits

Pension

Health insurance

Flexible working

Qualifications

• 15+ years in Tax transformation with SAP.
• Proven multiple SAP implementation projects.
• Experience in tax technology implementation.

Skills

Tax transformation experience

SAP implementation

Tax technology implementation

Project management in tax

Strategic and analytical skills

Global tax rules knowledge

SAP functionalities knowledge

Requirements translation into SAP solutions

Communication skills

Leadership in Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

Tools

SAP

Tax engines

SAC

PaPM

Group Reporting

Job description

Here at A.P. Moller - Maersk we’re embarking on an industry-defining transformation, on a bold new direction, expanding our capabilities to become a true end-to-end logistics provider that can deliver intelligent solutions for customers around the world. Our software and technology are centre stage in creating value for our business and our customers. It’s a big moment for all of us – and we all have our part to play.

What We offer

To work at Maersk is to work with the world. You’ll learn from – and collaborate with – skilled professionals who literally move the world, every day. With a supportive environment to develop your skills, you’ll gain access to world-class learning programmes to accelerate your career goals. And you’ll find yourself welcome in our diverse and inclusive culture, where you are valued for who you are and rewarded for what you bring. For this and many other of our roles, we can offer the flexibility of hybrid working, alongside industry leading benefits such as pension and family health/dental insurances as standard.

Skills and Experience:

• Extensive experience (15+ years) in Tax transformation with significant SAP involvement.
• Proven experience in multiple SAP implementation projects (Indirect AND/OR Direct Tax focus).
• Experience in tax technology implementation including requirements gathering, design, build, and testing
• Significant experience in tax project and product management in a lead role with a successful track record utilising best practice tools and techniques.
• In-depth experience with tax technical concepts in both indirect and direct tax contexts..
• Excellent strategic and analytical skills with the ability to define problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusions
• Strong understanding of global tax rules (Indirect and/or Direct).
• Deep knowledge of relevant SAP functionalities eg, MM/FI/SD
• Ability to translate tax requirements into SAP solutions.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proven leadership qualities with experience in Agile methodologies, capable of navigating change and risk effectively.
• Exceptional stakeholder analysis and management skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and drive cross-functional teamwork.

Desired Skills (Beneficial):

• Knowledge of tax technology solutions (tax engines – One Source, E-Invoicing, DRC, ACR).
• Experience with financial reporting processes in SAP.
• Familiarity with SAP tools (e.g., SAC, PaPM, Group Reporting).

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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