Building on a strong legacy of almost 150 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world.
Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Tax Specialist (North America)
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Tax Specialist (North America)
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About this Position
As a Tax Specialist for North America, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our transactional tax processes are executed with precision and compliance. Your expertise will directly impact the accuracy of our tax reporting and the management of exemption certificates, safeguarding our organization against potential regulatory issues. In this collaborative environment, you will work closely with North America process owners and cross-functional teams, fostering strong relationships to tackle tax-related challenges effectively. Your ability to communicate clearly with internal stakeholders, customers, and vendors will ensure that inquiries regarding tax documentation and exemption certificates are handled efficiently. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in our tax operations while growing What makes you a good fit in a supportive team culture that values precision, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Join us in shaping our approach to tax compliance in a way that aligns with our company’s mission and goals!
What you´ll do
- Execute transactional tax processes and reporting activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regional tax regulations
- Manage exemption certificate lifecycle, including collection and issuance to/from customers and vendors, in alignment with Exemption Certificate Management policies
- Maintain and update mail-in databases for customer and vendor tax documentation, ensuring data integrity and accessibility
- Review sales and purchase transactions for tax compliance, applying necessary adjustments to support accurate tax reporting
- Collaborate closely with North America process owners and cross-functional departments to resolve tax-related issues and ensure seamless operations
- Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, customers, and vendors to address tax documentation and exemption certificate inquiries
What makes you a good fit
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related courses
- Preferably with one (1) year experience in Finance or Taxation role
- Knowledge in Microsoft Office Skill (Excel, Word & PowerPoint, Outlook) is required
- Intermediate skills on SAP Basic Functionalities or any ERP system, Vertex Sales Tax, or any Tax Tool System
- Attention to details, team player, and analytical skills
- Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
- Amenable to work on a mid-shift schedule (12:00 NN to 9:00 PM) and report on a hybrid work set-up in Ayala Avenue, Makati
Some perks of joining Henkel
- A thriving career with the Top 15 Best Workplaces in the Philippines by Great Place to Work and the Top GBS Employer in the Philippines by the Everest Group for 4 consecutive years!
- Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities
- Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
- Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
- Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
- HMO healthcare coverage plan
- Provident Fund
- Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.
JOB ID: 25086657
Job Locations: Philippines, National Capital Region, Makati
Contact information for application-related questions: talent.seaanz@henkel.com
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FAQ
I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
Here you will get further information on our training programs.
Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.