Indirect Tax Counsel - Maternity Leave Coverage

SBM Offshore

Location: Porto
Work arrangement: On-site
Job type: Full-time
Posted Oct 15

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Tax
Construction
Sales
Accounting
Doctor
CPA
Financial analysis
Audit
Contract law

Experience

minimum of 5 years of experience

Languages

English

About this role

Imagine your career taking you to the depths of innovation and the heights of impact. Our people enable continuous progress. Their commitment, collective expertise, and unique capabilities are the engine room behind SBM Offshore’s True. Blue. Transition. - shaping the future of energy, and beyond.

About Us:

SBM Offshore is a global leader in deepwater ocean infrastructure, delivering floating production solutions across the full asset lifecycle—from design and construction to installation and operation. Supported by a global team of more than 8,000 professionals, the Company operates a long-term, asset-backed business model that delivers high-availability assets and predictable cash flows. SBM Offshore combines engineering expertise, operational reliability, and selective innovation to support safe, efficient, and lower-carbon energy production, while extending its capabilities into new opportunities across the blue economy.

Purpose

To provide expert guidance and management in indirect tax compliance and strategy, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and optimizing financial outcomes for the organization

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with all indirect tax regulations while optimizing tax efficiencies for the organization. You will be expected to stay updated with changes in tax laws and regulations, interpreting their impact on the business, and advising on necessary adjustments.

Your duties will include preparing and/or supervising the filing of indirect tax returns accurately and on time, including VAT/GST returns, sales tax returns, and other relevant filings. You will conduct thorough reviews of financial records, transactions, and systems to identify potential indirect tax issues and opportunities for improvement. Collaborating closely with internal teams such as Finance, Accounting, and Legal, you will provide guidance on indirect tax implications of business decisions, transactions, and contracts.

Another crucial aspect of your role will be managing relationships with external tax authorities and advisors, responding to inquiries and audits, and representing the organization during tax audits or appeals. You will also contribute to indirect tax strategy development, recommending changes to processes and systems to enhance compliance and minimize tax liabilities.

Additionally, you will play a key role in training and educating internal stakeholders on indirect tax matters, ensuring awareness and understanding across the organization. Your ability to analyze complex tax issues, communicate effectively, and implement practical solutions will be critical to your success in this role.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field is required. Advanced degrees such as a Master's in Taxation (M.Tax), International Tax Law, or a Juris Doctor (J.D.) with a focus on tax law are is preferred. These degrees provide a solid foundation in legal and financial principles necessary for understanding transfer pricing regulations and policies.

Certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), or specialized certifications in transfer pricing (e.g., Certified Transfer Pricing Professional CTPP) further demonstrate expertise and commitment to the field.Fluency in English is essential for effective communication with internal stakeholders, external auditors, and tax authorities.

Experience

Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience specializing in indirect taxes, such as VAT/GST, customs duties, and other transactional taxes, preferably within a multinational company or consulting firm.In-depth knowledge of indirect tax laws and regulations in multiple jurisdictions. Experience in advising on indirect tax implications for business transactions and operations.Proven ability to develop and implement indirect tax strategies to optimize compliance and minimize tax liabilities. Experience in managing indirect tax audits and disputes.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret complex tax regulations and apply them to business scenarios. Experience in conducting tax research and staying updated with changes in tax laws.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, senior management, external advisors, and tax authorities.

Functional Competencies

Commercial

Current tax calculation

Analytics and reporting

Indirect Tax returns

Audit jurisdiction management

Direct Tax returns

Deferred tax calculation

Contract drafting

Tax, Customs and other Legal frameworks

Tax Planning

GENERAL INFORMATION

SBM Offshore N.V. is a listed holding company that is headquartered in Amsterdam. It holds direct and indirect interests in other companies that collectively with SBM Offshore N.V. form the SBM Offshore Group (“the Company”). For further information, please visit our website at www.sbmoffshore.com. The companies in which SBM Offshore N.V., directly and indirectly, owns investments are separate entities.

SBM Offshore is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. SBM Offshore does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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