Temporary Senior General Ledger and Tax Accountant

Gates Corporation; Konak; On-site; TRY 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Gates Corporation seeks a Temporary Senior General Ledger and Tax Accountant to be based at the Gaziemir Free Zone factory. The role covers Turkish tax compliance, payroll postings, and coordinating tax declarations for Turkey entities, with US GAAP and local GAAP responsibilities.

The 11-month fixed-term position requires 5–7 years’ experience in tax accounting, IFRS knowledge, SAP, and strong English/Turkish communication. Work location is on site in Turkey.

Qualifications

• Includes 5-7 years of experience in Tax Accounting or Big 4 with Tax background.
• Requires knowledge of Turkish accounting principles and IFRS reporting.
• Strong technical U.S. GAAP accounting knowledge and SOX compliance experience.
• Experience with SAP and MS Office; strong communication in English and Turkish.

Responsibilities

• Manage all Turkish tax compliance processes, including monthly, quarterly and annual tax filings.
• Post payroll accounting entries to the ledgers.
• Coordinate preparation and submission of tax declarations (VAT, withholding tax, corporate tax, etc.).
• Review e-Tax Returns prepared by EY and ensure timely/submitted declarations.
• Perform tax- and payroll-related accounting in US GAAP and local GAAP ledgers.
• Oversee e-Ledger processes and liaise with authorities.
• Monitor tax deadlines and tax inspections; provide documentation for audits.
• Coordinate with external advisors and auditors on tax compliance.

Skills

U.S. GAAP

SOX compliance

Internal controls

Tax accounting

English/Turkish bilingual

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Accounting

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Temporary Senior General Ledger and Tax Accountant

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

Short Description

We are currently seeking a Fixed-Term (Temporary) Senior General Ledger and Tax Accountant to be based at our factory in the Gaziemir Free Zone. This is an 11-month fixed-term position to cover a maternity leave.

This position; accurate and timely recording of all financial transactions, timely reporting of financial results and assist the GL Team / Accounting Manager / Finance Director in Accounting and Taxation matters, Financial analysis, statutory reporting in Turkey amongst other things include for all our Turkey entities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Managing all Turkish tax compliance processes, including monthly, quarterly and annual tax filings.

Posting payroll accounting entries to the ledgers.

Coordinating the preparation and submission of tax declarations, including VAT, withholding tax, corporate tax and other applicable taxes.

Reviewing all e-Tax Returns prepared by EY and ensuring that all tax declarations are submitted accurately and on time.

Completing all necessary accounting entries related to tax and payroll accounts in both US GAAP and local GAAP ledgers.

Managing e-Ledger processes, including preparation, submission and follow-up with the relevant authorities.

Monitoring tax deadlines and ensuring timely completion and payment of all statutory tax obligations.

Following up on tax authority communications, requests, notifications and inspections, including two currently open and critical tax inspections.

Preparing and providing supporting documentation for tax audits and tax authority requests.

Coordinating with external advisors and auditors on tax compliance and related matters.

Monitoring changes in Turkish tax legislation and assessing their potential impact on the company.

Ensuring compliance with Turkish tax regulations and statutory requirements.

Performing tax-related accounting reconciliations and investigating and resolving discrepancies when necessary in the scope of SOX controls and local GAAP audits.

Maintaining proper documentation and records related to tax filings, e-Ledger and other statutory processes.

Supporting year-end and period-end tax-related activities, including tax provisions and reconciliations.

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Keys to Success

• Requires conceptual and practical expertise in own area and general knowledge of related areas.
• Has knowledge of best practices and how own are area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate the company in the market
• Plans, initiates, and completes work assignments with a minimum of direction.
• Understands and applies legal requirements and administrative policies to departmental accounting functions. Interprets and analyzes complex fiscal data, drawing logical conclusions.
• Detects possible weaknesses in the internal control of standard accounting procedures and recommends revisions.
• Solves complex problems by taking a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
• Performs complex professional accounting duties
• Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies
• Verbally communicate accounting procedures and policies to staff and others;
• Write memos and reports clearly and concisely;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None
• Acts as a resource for other team members; may lead projects with limited risks and resource requirements

Requirements and Preferred Skills

• 5-7 years of experience as a Tax Accountant or in the Big 4 firms with Tax background
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Accounting ect.
• Big 4 Audit or industry experience
• Strong technical U.S. GAAP accounting knowledge and SOX compliance experience
• Knowledge of internal controls
• Have an experience of Turkish accounting principles, international reporting standards (IFRS reporting).
• Requires tax expertise as well as a good knowledge of accounting principles
• Knowledge of SAP and MS Office
• Require a good communication skill both oral and in writting English and Turkish

Why Gates?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

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