Tax Specialist

EDP; United States; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

EDP is seeking a Tax Specialist to join our Lisbon-based team. The role focuses on preparing and submitting direct and indirect tax returns, VAT refunds, and tax declarations, while ensuring compliance with withholding taxes and local obligations.

You will support tax provisions, respond to authorities, coordinate audits, and help improve processes through ERP integration and automation. Fluency in Portuguese and English is required; Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• University degree in Management, Taxation, Accounting or related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant professional experience in tax or accounting practice.
• Advanced or proficient level of written and spoken Portuguese and English.
• Spanish is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of SAP is a plus.
• Practical, open, creative and team-oriented mindset.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Analytical and detail-oriented approach.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, calculate and submit direct and indirect tax returns, including CIT, VAT, WHT, local taxes and other tax obligations.
• Prepare and submit VAT refund claims.
• Prepare and submit tax declarations and other ancillary compliance obligations.
• Ensure compliance with withholding tax requirements, including payments to non-residents.
• Support the preparation of tax provisions and tax reporting, where applicable.
• Prepare responses to queries and information requests from the Tax Authorities.
• Coordinate and support tax audits, inspections and tax claims.
• Identify, assess and monitor tax risks, contingencies and opportunities.
• Maintain appropriate documentation supporting the Group’s tax positions.
• Provide tax advice and technical support to business and corporate functions.
• Support the implementation of tax requirements in ERP systems and other business processes.
• Contribute to tax compliance improvement initiatives and process automation.

Skills

Portuguese

English

Analytical

Organizational

Teamwork

Communication

Education

University degree in Management, Taxation, or Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

SAP

Job description

We are EDP, a global energy company present in around 29 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

We work to make energy efficiency, and the energy transition a reality. Networking and technological innovation provide an opportunity for accelerated learning, while generating value for our customers’ businesses.

We are EDP, a global energy company present in around 29 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With 50 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

We are looking for a Tax Specialist to join our team.

What you will do:

• Prepare, calculate and submit direct and indirect tax returns, including CIT, VAT, WHT, local taxes and other tax obligations
• Prepare and submit VAT refund claims
• Prepare and submit tax declarations and other ancillary compliance obligations
• Ensure compliance with withholding tax requirements, including payments to non-residents
• Support the preparation of tax provisions and tax reporting, where applicable
• Prepare responses to queries and information requests from the Tax Authorities
• Coordinate and support tax audits, inspections and tax claims
• Identify, assess and monitor tax risks, contingencies and opportunities
• Maintain appropriate documentation supporting the Group’s tax positions
• Provide tax advice and technical support to business and corporate functions
• Support the implementation of tax requirements in ERP systems and other business processes
• Contribute to tax compliance improvement initiatives and process automation

Employment type:

Full-Time

Work site:

Hybrid

City:

Lisbon

What we are looking for:

• University Degree in Management, Taxation, Accounting or a related field
• 2–5 years of relevant professional experience in tax or accounting practice
• Advanced or proficient level of written and spoken Portuguese and English
• Spanish is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of SAP is a plus
• Practical, open, creative and team-oriented mindset
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Analytical and detail-oriented approach
• Strong organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.

Equal opportunities for all

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

Need more reasonsto apply?

As a top employer we:

• Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
• Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
• Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

• Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
• Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
• Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília
• Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

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