Tax Specialist

REC Solar; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading solar energy company is seeking a Tax Specialist with expertise in Transfer Pricing. You will work closely with the Transfer Pricing Team to improve processes, manage external consultants, and ensure compliance with tax guidelines. The ideal candidate will have a degree in accountancy or taxation and a minimum of 4 years of experience in public accounting. Strong problem-solving, analytical skills, and a proactive attitude are essential. This role is based in Queenstown, New Zealand.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of tax experience in public accounting firm.
• Good working knowledge of OECD Transfer Pricing tax principles.
• Proactive with strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with affiliated company’s Transfer Pricing Team.
• Engage and manage external TP consultants for pricing parameters.
• Lead the preparation of all transfer pricing documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in accountancy or taxation

Certified CPA / Chartered Accountant

Job description

Overview

REC Group is an international pioneering solar energy company dedicated to empowering consumers with clean, affordable solar power through high-quality solar panels with a leading power density. As Solar's Most Trusted, REC is known for its patented innovations and multiple award-winning products with reliable long-term performance. The cornerstone for REC's strong reliability is advanced and highly efficient manufacturing using Industry 4.0 practices. Founded in 1996 in Norway, REC has always been committed to a low carbon footprint in its solar materials and panels. REC is headquartered in Norway with operational headquarters in Singapore and regional hubs in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. As of December 2021, REC is part of Reliance Industries Limited, India's largest private sector company with revenues of USD 104.6 billion.

Find out more at recgroup.com

Designation

Tax Specialist (Transfer Pricing)

Responsibilities

• Work directly with affiliated company’s Transfer Pricing Team and formulate new or improve existing REC processes to align various REC teams to meet affiliated company’s Transfer Pricing guidelines and requirements.
• Engage and manage external TP consultants to determine appropriate intra-group pricing parameters, including:
• IntraGroup selling prices of products
• IntraGroup interest rates for loans and borrowings
• IntraGroup cross charging of management fees and royalties, and other intra-group transactions
• Optimization of Transfer Pricing between Corporate Taxes and Custom Duties within regulatory parameters to achieve the best financial outcome
• Lead the preparation and coordination of all transfer pricing documentation at the group level and at each local entity level (Singapore/US/Germany/China/Norway/Japan)

Qualifications

• Degree in accountancy or taxation
• Certified CPA / Chartered Accountant is preferred
• Minimum 4 years of tax experience in public accounting firm
• Good working knowledge of OECD Transfer Pricing tax principles
• Outstanding conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with a high energy level
• Proactive with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Well-organized and detail-oriented
• Able to work independently and as part of a team