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Senior Accountant - Global Operations Finance, Hungary Job (Budapest, Hungary)

Wed, 29 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Job Number:	1768570
Business:	GE Global Growth & Operations
Business Segment:	Global Growth & Operations - Europe
About Us:
Posted Position Title:	Senior Accountant - Global Operations Finance, Hungary
Career Level:	Experienced
Function:	Finance
Function Segment:	Controllership
Location:	Hungary
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces:
City:	Budapest
Postal Code:	1138
Relocation Assistance:	No
Role Summary/Purpose:	The Senior Accountant will process and report US GAAP financial data and documentation for GE businesses in Hungary
Essential Responsibilities:	? Manage and perform month end close to ensure submission to deadlines where applicable ? Manage general accounting activities for allocated entities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, accruals, ? Completing / checking VAT and other tax returns ? Assist in quarterly balance sheet review and prepare variance analysis as necessary ? Ensure all assigned account reconciliations are prepared and reviewed accurately ? Support the statutory team in preparation of the statutory accounts for the respective GE Businesses ? Work as a financial partner for other GE businesses ? Support with ad-hoc projects and other management accounting tasks as necessary ? Interact and respond to auditor queries, internal and external as necessary ? Support data requests and audit processes ? Evaluate and improve finance processes. Participate in accounting initiatives and improvement projects. ? Coach and mentor junior team members ? Understand GE policies and ensure accounting practices comply with GE policies ? Build and maintain strong working relationships with the local GE Businesses
Qualifications/Requirements:	? Finance/Accounting degree or equivalent ? Qualified/part qualified accountant ? Solid experience (3- 5 years) in accounting and proven ability to operate in a diverse operational and cultural environment ? Being flexible and open for learning new tasks ? Proactive, ability to operate effectively with minimal guidance ? Strong organization skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities ? Analytical with well-developed problem solving skills ? Strong system skills (MS Office including Excel, Oracle knowledge is a plus) ? Experience in usage of integrated accounting software would be an advantage ? Strong knowledge of English both spoken and written
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Transfer Pricing Specialist - GE Lighting EMEA Job (Budapest, Hungary)

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 07:59:00 GMT

Job Number:	1756399
Business:	GE Home & Business Solutions
Business Segment:	GE Lighting
About Us:	At GE Lighting, we’re leading a global lighting revolution. In developing innovative energy-efficient lighting products, systems, and solutions for today and the future – such as world-class LED, fluorescent and ceramic metal halide light sources -- GE Lighting teams around the world are dedicated to leading a global lighting revolution to deliver innovative solutions that change the way people light and think about their world. Join us and you’ll find yourself in a dynamic atmosphere working with the most talented people in the industry in an open, developmental environment with abundant opportunities to learn, grow and advance within the organization. If you’re a driven, independent problem solver who brings leadership and enthusiasm to everything you do, then join GE in creating the next generation of products that will improve the lives of consumers for generations to come. GE is committed to diversity. We aim to employ the brightest minds in the world to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities . We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles - people like you?
Posted Position Title:	Transfer Pricing Specialist - GE Lighting EMEA
Career Level:	Experienced
Function:	Finance
Function Segment:	Tax
Location:	Hungary
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces:
City:	Budapest
Postal Code:	1044
Relocation Assistance:	No
Role Summary/Purpose:	The Transfer Pricing Specialist performs his/her job under the leadership of the European Tax Leader of GE Lighting, however, has strong connection with the HQ of the business in the US.
Essential Responsibilities:	The responsibility of the Transfer Pricing Specialist covers the following main areas: review and re-calculate commission rates for the Lighting affiliates annually calculate commission adjustments to guarantee the expected profit level to the commissionaires calculate transfer prices for goods traded outside the commissioner structure calculate HQ charges, implement a process of and co-ordinates the collection of the documentation supporting the HQ charges manage / supervises other service charges, rebilling of the business affiliates to make sure these transactions are at arms-length, and meet the local transfer pricing requirements responsible for the collection of the transfer pricing documentation required by local legislations Support external and internal audits, tax investigation
Qualifications/Requirements:	finance / accounting background high level of English & Hungarian 1-2 years of professional experience in the area of finance / accounting Tax / transfer pricing experience/knowledge is preferred SAP knowledge is an advantage
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Accountant Job (Budapest, Hungary)

Tue, 28 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Job Number:	1684299
Business:	GE Global Growth & Operations
Business Segment:	Global Growth & Operations - Europe
About Us:
Posted Position Title:	Accountant
Career Level:	Experienced
Function:	Finance
Function Segment:	Controllership
Location:	Hungary
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces:
City:	Budapest
Postal Code:	1138
Relocation Assistance:	No
Role Summary/Purpose:	The Accountant will process and report US GAAP financial data and documentation for GE businesses in Hungary
Essential Responsibilities:	? Manage and perform US GAAP general accounting activities on behalf of local GE Businesses ? As an accounts payable superuser would be responsible for tracking and solving accounts payable related issues ? Perform VAT tax returns ? Perform activities required for the month end close of US GAAP books (running reports, performing checks) according to respective business deadlines ? Perform monthly and quarterly account reconciliations according to respective GE corporate and GE Business policies ? Ensure accounting practices comply with GE policies ? Build and maintain strong working relationships with the local GE Businesses ? Support the statutory team in preparation of the statutory accounts for the respective GE Businesses ? Support ad-hoc projects and other tasks as necessary
Qualifications/Requirements:	? Finance/Accounting degree or equivalent ? Min. 2 years’ experience in accounting ? Knowledge of Hungarian Accounting Law (US-GAAP or IFRS would be an advantage) ? Being flexible and open for learning new tasks ? Ability to work alone ? Being good in problem solving ? Strong system skills (MS Office including Excel) ? Experience in usage of integrated accounting software would be an advantage ? Good knowledge of English both spoken and written
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
Desired Characteristics:	? At GE, finding new ways of doing things is what we're all about. By exploring creative solutions to problems, we've developed leading products and services that range from medical technology to power generation. Keeping that leading edge is all down to our dedication to better ways of working. ? We are looking for a candidate who is willing to develop him / herself and could be a potential senior accountant in the future.

Multisite Controller Job (Budaors, Hungary)

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 07:59:00 GMT

Job Number:	1755433
Business:	GE Healthcare
Business Segment:	Healthcare Europe
About Us:	What do you envision for your future? At GE Healthcare, we strive to see life more clearly. Our "healthymagination" vision for the future invites the world to join us on our journey as we continuously develop innovations focused on reducing healthcare costs, increasing access and improving quality and efficiency around the world. We are a $17 billion unit of General Electric Company (NYSE: GE), employing more than 46,000 people worldwide and serving healthcare professionals in more than 100 countries. We believe in our strategy - and we'd like you to be a part of it. As a global leader, GE can bring together the best in science, technology, business and people to help solve one of the world's toughest challenges and shape a new age of healthcare. Something remarkable happens when you bring together people who are committed to making a difference - they do!
Posted Position Title:	Multisite Controller
Career Level:	Experienced
Function:	Finance
Function Segment:	Controllership
Location:	Hungary
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces:
City:	Budaors
Postal Code:	2040
Relocation Assistance:	No
Role Summary/Purpose:	We are looking for a Multisite Controller responsible for Hungary and Croatia in our Hungarian finance team, based in Budaors, Hungary and reporting to the Central Europe Controller.
Essential Responsibilities:	Ensure compliance with GE Policies, statutory and regulatory requirements Overview and supervision of daily accounting activities including cash management Drive consistent and effective policies and procedures during monthly/quarterly close process including account reconciliations, account reconciliation audits, GE Corporate Data Request (DR) submissions, representation letters and adjusting entries Act as key contact person for external and internal auditors, drive closure of open audit issues and proactively work to prevent future issues / manage risk. Lead resulting corrective action process implementation and follow up throughout the organization. Support commercial and operations team to understand financial/accounting implications of transactions by providing GE expertise and technical accounting guidance Perform financial analysis of balance sheet accounts to ensure compliance, integrity of account balances/financial reporting and effectiveness of business processes Drive & active participation in GE Healthcare corporate initiatives, simplification projects and integration or restructuring projects Perform annual pre-close, quarterly and monthly controllership reviews with key operations and financial management personnel Coordinate preparation and ensure filing of statutory financial statements, tax and statutory reports in line with country legal requirements
Qualifications/Requirements:	University degree in accounting, finance, or other business related field and minimum 5-6 years progressive accounting or finance experience (preferably US GAAP) Proven organizational skills and experience in international matrix organizations Proficiency in English and Hungarian, Romanian language is an advantage Experienced Microsoft Office user (Excel, Word)
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
Desired Characteristics:	Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate complex business issues in a clear/concise manner Strong analytical skills: able to clearly link financial results to operational performance drivers Clear thinking/problem solving: successfully led projects/process improvements within operations/finance functions; able to quickly grasp new ideas Integrity: accepting and adhering to high moral, ethical, and personal values in decisions, communications, actions and when dealing with others Adaptable/Flexible: being open to change in response to new information, different or unexpected circumstances, and/or to work in ambiguous situations Leadership experience: has experience leading team members balancing execution through others with inclusiveness, leveraging expertise, clear thinking, imagination, and external focus. Experience with Oracle & other reporting tools (BO, Cognos, Hyperion)

Senior Controller Job (Budapest, Hungary)

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Job Number:	1783093
Business:	GE Power & Water
Business Segment:	Power & Water
About Us:	GE Power & Water provides customers with a broad array of power generation, energy delivery and water process technologies to solve their challenges locally. Power & Water works in all areas of the energy industry including renewable resources such as wind and solar; biogas and alternative fuels; and coal, oil, natural gas and nuclear energy. The business also develops advanced technologies to help solve the world’s most complex challenges related to water availability and quality. Numerous products are qualified under ecomagination, GE’s commitment to providing innovative solutions that maximize resources, drive efficiencies and help make the world work better. At GE, developing people is embedded in our culture and integral to our growth. Headquartered in Schenectady, N.Y., Power & Water is GE’s largest industrial business. Follow GE Power & Water on Twitter @GE_PowerWater.
Posted Position Title:	Senior Controller
Career Level:	Experienced
Function:	Finance
Function Segment:	Functional Management
Location:	Hungary
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces:
City:	Budapest
Postal Code:	1138
Relocation Assistance:	No
Role Summary/Purpose:	Identify and lead projects to maintain strong Controllership processes, drive simplification, identify potential Controllership risks, and ensure sites are in compliance with GE GAP and local Statutory reporting requirements. Assist regional finance & operating teams to improve/maintain controllership, accounting compliance and internal controls.
Essential Responsibilities:	This position will support increasing growth for GE Water in Central & Eastern Europe and Middle East Region and ensure strong Controllership and Compliance practices across the region. Ensure compliance of financial accounting for all regional ledgers including shared legal entities. Drive compliance with local laws & GE policies. Provide technical accounting/financial reporting advice and support. Consultations with Global HQ Controllership/CAS/KPMG/TAX/Global Finance Operations where appropriate. Work closely with commercial and operations leaders/teams to understand financial/accounting implications of transactions and other matters as required Ensure timely & accurate closing for all regional ledgers. Ensure business assets & G/L accounting activities have functional integrity & proper controls in respect of GE policies & Local GAAP. Manage KPMG/GE Internal Audits & follow up on findings specifically ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in the audit process. Partner with FP&A teams to drive Legal Entity profitability. Ensure the highest standards of controllership, accounting & compliance for all local reporting Account reconciliations ownership & review for the region
Qualifications/Requirements:	C.P.A / A.C.A. or equivalent. 7 + years’ experience in General Accounting/ Tax/ Audit Corporate audit staff or public accounting experience (Big Four preferred). Fluent in English - additional languages preferred. Strong knowledge of technical accounting and controllership Strong communication skills – Able to develop good working relationships at all levels of the business Experience in managing & developing people Challenges the status quo, proactively seeks opportunities to develop finance processes and procedures
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
Desired Characteristics:	Knowledge of GE Controllership framework.

Accountant Job (Oroszlany, Hungary)

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 07:59:00 GMT

Job Number:	1729417
Business:	GE Power & Water
Business Segment:	Power & Water
About Us:	Why join one great company when you can join many? GE is more than 300,000 people with jobs that range from biochemist to finance specialist to wind energy engineer. We’re passionate about making life better with new ideas and technologies. We’re diverse, supporting our communities in more than 140 countries. Experience personal growth and competency development as part of the GE team. GE Energy works connecting people and ideas everywhere to create advanced technologies for powering a cleaner, more productive world. We serve the energy sector with product and service solutions in such areas as natural gas, oil, coal and nuclear energy; wind, solar, biogas and water processing; energy management; and grid modernization. We also offer integrated solutions to serve energy- and water-intensive industries such as mining, metals, marine, petrochemical, food & beverage, and unconventional fuels. www.ge-energy.com Check out this video to learn more about what it’s like to work for a company that is making a difference in the world! Follow us on Twitter, join our LinkedIn Group or become a fan of our Facebook page.
Posted Position Title:	Accountant
Career Level:	Experienced
Function:	Finance
Function Segment:	Controllership
Location:	Hungary
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces:
City:	Oroszlany
Postal Code:	2840
Relocation Assistance:	No
Role Summary/Purpose:
Essential Responsibilities:	Monitors the accounts payable processes as executed by an outsourced accounting centre Drives continuous improvements of the accounts payable process Closely cooperates with different other functions across 15 countries to assure timely payment approval processes and smooth vendor payment processes Interacts with third party vendors in 20+ countries to assure smooth wing-to-wing processes Focusses on country-specific exception processes in the buy-to-pay process
Qualifications/Requirements:	Certified accountant degree (regisztrált mérlegképes könyvel?) 2 - 3 years experience in accounting Understanding of corporate vendor and invoice management processes Understanding of Hungarian tax and VAT regulations Fluent English Working level knowledge of French or Spanish Proactive and able to influence others Good oral and written communication skills Ability to handle multiple priorities and to meet strict deadlines under pressure PC proficiency (MS Office)
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
Desired Characteristics:	Experience with shared service centre coordination/cooperation is a plus SAP experience is a big plus Highly organized with well developed problem-solving skills Process orientation and ability to continuously drive improvement Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Lead Analyst 1 - Tax Job (Mexico City, Mexico)

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 07:59:00 GMT

Job Number:	1761206
Business:	GE Capital
Business Segment:	Capital - Americas
About Us:
Posted Position Title:	Lead Analyst 1 - Tax
Career Level:	Experienced
Function:	Finance
Function Segment:	Tax
Location:	Mexico
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces:
City:	Mexico City
Postal Code:	01210
Relocation Assistance:	No
Role Summary/Purpose:	Support all aspects of Mexican tax reporting.
Essential Responsibilities:	- Prepare and review Mexican tax returns for consolidated and non-consolidated legal entities - Assist in administering provisional tax payments and annual filing processes - Support external auditor’s yearly review through Tax Certification filing - Maintain and verify proper tax administration of 129,000+ fixed asset portfolio - Prepare filings and support compliance with IETU tax requirements - Participate in government audits - Review and update Mexican tax compliance databases - Assist with, and coordinate on, U.S. international tax compliance requirements for Mexican operations (earnings & profits, foreign tax credits, financial services issues, foreign currency requirements) - Prepare data submissions for Mexican and U.S. tax compliance - Support effective VAT compliance - Assist in forecasting Mexican taxes and U.S. international taxes - Assist in preparing Deferred Tax Calculation (D-4) - Assist in forecasting tax metrics - Manage transfer pricing requirements - Interface with controllership team to identify compliance issues and requirements - Prepare account reconciliation for current tax accounts (IT, VAT) - Participate in annual hard close process for statutory reporting - Maintain and review legal entity database - Identify and implement process improvements that enhance the quality and efficiency of tax reporting - Leverage compliance data to identify tax planning opportunities - Assist in various tax-planning initiatives - Work closely with Mexican finance and tax teams, US tax team and Mexican and US corporate tax teams
Qualifications/Requirements:	- Public Accountant Degree - + 5 years experience, combining tax compliance, statutory & tax accounting - Strong communication skills - Strong organizational, analytical and attention to detail skills - Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond to urgent management requests with confidence - Strong Excel skills - Ability to work effectively with remote teams - Fluent in English
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
Desired Characteristics:	- U.S. international tax compliance experience - Experience in tax accounting in a high profile corporation or accounting firm - Exposure to U.S. multinational company - Mexican and US GAAP Accounting Standards knowledge - Power Point skills

Tax Manager Job (Contagem, BR)

Thu, 30 May 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Job Number:	1745865
Business:	GE Transportation
Business Segment:	Transportation
About Us:	At GE Transportation, we’re solving the world’s toughest rail problems. From our work on emergency warning systems to our innovations in next generation locomotives, the GE Transportation teams are dedicated to turning imaginative ideas into advances in transportation that solve some of the world’s toughest problems. Join us and you’ll find yourself in a stimulating, creative environment where you’ll work collaboratively and across functions on everything from freight and passenger locomotives, to information technology solutions, to motorized drive systems for mining trucks and drills. If you’re a persuasive leader with the can-do attitude to share your vision and make it a reality, then join GE in creating the next generation of transportation products and services that will impact the globe for generations to come.
Posted Position Title:	Tax Manager
Career Level:	Experienced
Function:	Finance
Function Segment:	Tax
Location:	Brazil
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces:
City:	Contagem
Postal Code:	32210110
Relocation Assistance:	No
Role Summary/Purpose:	This position is responsible for managing all aspects of GE Transportation’s Brazilian tax profile. Key responsibilities include the following:* Manage a tax team of four comprised of a Tax Operational Leader, Tax IT mgr ( COE- dotted line) & 2 tax compliance specialists ( COE- Dotted Line).Advise and counsel the business on all significant business transactions to ensure that structures and arrangements are tax efficient.Review commercial contracts to ensure that the contracts are tax eff
Essential Responsibilities:	This position is responsible for managing all aspects of GE Transportation’s Brazilian tax profile. Key responsibilities include the following:* Manage a tax team of four comprised of a Tax Operational Leader, Tax IT mgr ( COE- dotted line) & 2 tax compliance specialists ( COE- Dotted Line).Advise and counsel the business on all significant business transactions to ensure that structures and arrangements are tax efficient.Review commercial contracts to ensure that the contracts are tax efficient and compliant.Develop and implement tax strategies to ensure that the tax profile of the business is tax efficient.Counsel and educate the GET Brazilian team on Brazilian tax requirements. This includes establishing internal policies and controls for all key tax matters.Oversee & manage Brazilian tax lawsuits & audits. Oversee processes to discharge all tax compliance obligations of the business in Brazil. This involves partnering with the GE Brazil tax compliance “center of excellence” to ensure that all tax returns and payments are accurately and timely filed.* Manage the implementation of tax process and systems(ie Mastersaff) to meet Brazilian tax reporting requirements/ obligations.*Assist GE Transportation’s US Tax Controller in meeting the US GAAP, tax reporting and tax compliance responsibilities
Qualifications/Requirements:	BS in Business Administration, Accounting or Law Solid experience with tax Experience in similar type of work either in Law Firms or in Big-4 companies. Solid technical income tax knowledge Solid technical skills on VAT, sales and Customs taxes & regimes. Strong fundamentals concerning sales and other transactional taxes Prior experience working with commercial transactions. Knowledge about tax matters related to M&A activity and tax government relations exposure. Strong analytical and influencing skills, detail oriented, independent thinking and decision-making abilities. Communication skills / bilingual (English/Portuguese).
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
Desired Characteristics:	- Confidence / Assertiveness: strong influencing skills across business functions; confidence to approach business leaders with difficult messages and defend position; for example, work closely with business leaders to achieve business objectives while driving controllership/GE Values- Experience working in global business environment with sound understanding of global process and transactional flows- Experience working in a "matrixed" environment- Adaptable/flexible: open to change in response to new information, different or unexpected circumstances, and/or ability to work in ambiguous situations- Integrity: Accepting and adhering to high moral, ethical, and personal values in decisions, communications, actions, and when dealing with others.- US tax basic knowledge

Corporate Tax Manager Job (Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, BR)

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Job Number:	1781642
Business:	GE Corporate
Business Segment:	Corporate Finance & Operating Components
About Us:
Posted Position Title:	Corporate Tax Manager
Career Level:	Experienced
Function:	Finance
Function Segment:	Tax
Location:	Brazil
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces:
City:	Sao Paulo
Postal Code:	05425070
Relocation Assistance:	Yes
Role Summary/Purpose:
Essential Responsibilities:	?Advise GE businesses on all significant transactions ensuring that proposed structures are tax efficient & compliant, as well as aligned with overall GE risk profile. ?Identify, develop and coordinate the implementation of tax planning opportunities benefitting GE businesses with presence in Brazil. ?Counseling for common GE businesses tax matters concerning either tax efficiency or tax controllership/compliance. ?Complementary support local “tax-orphan” businesses in tax planning or tax controllership relevant matters. ?Support M&A deals from a due diligence and/or acquisition structuring views.
Qualifications/Requirements:	?BS in Business Administration or Law ?08-12 years of tax experience ?Experience in similar type of work either in Law Firms, Big-4 Audit & Consulting Companies. ?Solid technical sales & indirect taxes knowledge ?Strong fundamentals concerning income tax. ?Experience in Reorganizations, M&A involving Brazilian corporate law matters. ?Strong analytical and influencing skills, detail oriented, independent thinking and decision-making abilities. ?Communication skills / bilingual (English/Portuguese)
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
Desired Characteristics:	?General knowledge of US tax principles ?Strong accounting commands – US GAAP and local GAAP

Tax Accountant Job (Almaty, Kazakhstan)

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 07:59:00 GMT

Job Number:	1762542
Business:	GE Corporate
Business Segment:	Corporate Finance & Operating Components
About Us:	GE is a diversified technology, media and financial services company focused on solving some of the world's toughest problems. With products and services ranging from aircraft engines, power generation, water processing and security technology to medical imaging, business and consumer financing, media content and advanced materials, GE serves customers in more than 100 countries and employs more than 300,000 people worldwide.
Posted Position Title:	Tax Accountant
Career Level:	Experienced
Function:	Finance
Function Segment:	Tax
Location:	Kazakhstan
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces:
City:	Almaty
Postal Code:	050040
Relocation Assistance:	Yes
Role Summary/Purpose:
Essential Responsibilities:	Reporting to the Corporate tax manager and Corporate tax controller based in Almaty, the candidate will be responsible for: - Preparation of tax reports for GE branches and subsidiaries registered in Kazakhstan (VAT, import VAT from Russian Federation, Corporate income tax, WHT, Property tax, Vehicle tax) - Liaison with local and foreign finance teams to obtain data necessary for tax reporting - Preparation of regular reconciliation of tax balances with the tax statements received from the tax authorities - Interaction with the tax authorities (preparation of replies to the tax authorities’ requests, preparation of documents and data requested by the tax authorities during tax audits) - Other tax duties as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:	- Bachelor’s degree in Economy, Finance, Business Administration or Law. - 3+ years of experience in tax and accounting (preferably within a multinational industrial company or audit/tax consulting firm) - Comprehensive understanding of Kazakhstan direct and indirect tax principles, and of the IFRS - Good English skills (intermediate or higher) - Proficiency with 1Cv7 and 1Cv8, Microsoft Excel, other Microsoft applications - Proficiency with SONO and other tax authorities’ applications - Integrity, adhering to high ethical and personal values in decisions, actions, and when dealing with others
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
Desired Characteristics:	- Good communication skills - Proactive, accurate and detail oriented - Ability to work independently as well as in a team

Tax Interns Job (San Isidro, Peru)

Tue, 28 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Job Number:	1772080
Business:	GE Corporate
Business Segment:	Corporate Finance & Operating Components
About Us:
Posted Position Title:	Tax Interns
Career Level:	CI
Function:	Finance
Function Segment:	Administration and Support
Location:	Peru
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces:
City:	San Isidro
Postal Code:	Lima 27
Relocation Assistance:	No
Role Summary/Purpose:	GE is an equal opportunity employer, offering a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation. The Internship is for 6 months and renewable for similar periods depending on the evaluation results. The office is located at Amador Merino Reyna # 267 Of. 902 , San Isidro , Lima 27 , PE
Essential Responsibilities:	The qualified candidate(s) will work within the GE Corporate Peru Tax CoE under the supervision of the Tax Manager and senior tax professionals who will provide Accounting and Tax Law knowledge. The qualified candidate(s) will support the Tax CoE team in the following activities: provide internal tax advisory to GE and its affiliates, calculate tax liabilities, prepare and submit tax returns, review and prepare information to respond tax audits procedures and requirements, coordinate with external tax advisors, among other tax compliance and advisory activities.
Qualifications/Requirements:	- Be a student of Accounting or Law. - Have taken Income Tax and VAT courses at the university. - English – Intermediate Level - Be well versed in the following computer applications: Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
Desired Characteristics:	- Be well organized, detailed-oriented and conscientious; maintain a positive attitude; have a high capacity to learn.

Employment Tax Analyst Job (Schenectady, NY, United States)

Fri, 31 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Job Number:	1774796
Business:	GE Corporate
Business Segment:	Corporate Finance & Operating Components
About Us:
Posted Position Title:	Employment Tax Analyst
Career Level:	Experienced
Function:	Finance
Function Segment:	Tax
Location:	United States
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces:	New York
City:	Schenectady
Postal Code:	12345-6000
Relocation Assistance:	No
Role Summary/Purpose:	GE is an equal opportunity employer, offering a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation. This position in Corporate Tax works closely with various disciplines including GGO and other Corporate functions (HR, Legal, Tax, and IT)
Essential Responsibilities:	This position is mainly responsible for: ?Support Manager and GGO on US unemployment taxes and employment tax authority notice resolution and audits including gathering and analyzing data ?Support Manager and Corporate Tax colleagues on Federal, State & Local taxation including audits including gathering and analyzing data ?Assist Manager and GGO on analyzing impact of potential and actual tax law changes ?Work with Manager on tax credits, employee communications, FAS 5 reserve management and other employment tax related items ?Provide day-to-day support to GGO Payroll and Corporate Tax teams on US individual tax related issues and opportunities including those created by recent acquisitions and divestitures ?Assist GGO as needed and Manager and others in vendor management of external payroll and individual tax suppliers ?While focusing on US employment tax compliance and cost effectiveness, the position may also support other individual tax related initiatives including equity and non-periodic income, short term business travelers and expatriates. The candidate will work with internal disciplines (businesses, GGO, legal, HR), external professional firms (tax and payroll providers), and tax authorities
Qualifications/Requirements:	- Bachelors Degree - Minimum 3-5 years in Finance/Payroll or relevant field - Analytical and data manipulation skills with excellent attention to detail - Communication and cross-functional project leadership skills - Ability to operate effectively in matrixed environment and with diverse disciplines - Ability to occasionally travel - Team oriented - Self starter and independent worker
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:	GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.
Desired Characteristics:	- MBA and/or relevant degree - CPA - Individual and payroll tax experience - Green belt trained - Experience with Peoplesoft and ADP or other payroll vendors - Experience working in a matrixed environment. - Adaptable/flexible: open to change in response to new information, different or unexpected circumstances, and/or ability to work in ambiguous situations. - Integrity: Accepting and adhering to high moral, ethical, and personal values in decisions, communications, actions, and when dealing with others

Tax Advisor Benelux Job (Brussels (Evere), Belgium)

Fri, 24 May 2013 03:00:00 GMT

Job Number:	1745272
Business:	GE Capital
Business Segment:	Capital - EMEA
About Us:	GE Capital Benelux brings together the Locadif Sprl (fleet services in Belgium) and GE Fleet Company BV (fleet services in the Netherlands), together with GE Capital NV (equipment leasing in Belgium) and GE Capital BV (equipment leasing in the Netherlands). GE Capital Benelux offers equipment financing and fleet financial solutions to corporations, manufacturers, equipment vendors and their commercial end-user customers. GE Capital Benelux has approximately $ 400 million of earning assets and approximately 90 employees working out of offices in Brussels and Breda. GE Capital Benelux is a unit of GE Capital, with HQ in the USA and is part of a regional structure together with GE Capital Germany.
Posted Position Title:	Tax Advisor Benelux
Career Level:	Experienced
Function:	Finance
Function Segment:	Tax
Location:	Belgium
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces:
City:	Brussels (Evere)
Postal Code:	1140
Relocation Assistance:	No
Role Summary/Purpose:	Responsible for the tax compliance (Corporate tax and desirable but not mandatory VAT), tax advice and tax controlling (for local and US GAAP purposes) within the Fleet and EF business in Benelux. The position reports to German Business Tax Director.
Essential Responsibilities:	- Support Tax Director in researching and resolving taxation items within the Capital Benelux group - Providing support to other functions with regard to corporate income tax (desirable but not mandatory VAT). E.g. new products or markets, billing and invoice queries relating to tax. - Partner with Tax Compliance and controllership teams to ensure all transactions and operational results are properly calculated and reported. - Review of monthly tax close including preparation/review of tax provision and ETR analysis and tax account balance sheet reporting, while partnering with Tax Staff in HQ, Controllership and FP&A Organizations. - Review of tax settlement procedures utilized in Benelux and (later) support Germany. - Lead tax account reconciliation processes (e.g. quarterly and annual FAS109s) together with GENPACT) including tracking status. - Assist on Sarbanes Oxley and FIN48 reporting and compliance.
Qualifications/Requirements:	- Bachelor's Degree. - Minimum 2 years of tax experience in major accounting firm, law firm, or multinational company. Experience managing projects. - Demonstrated oral and written communication skills and ability to work cross functionally. - Proficient use of Microsoft Office (eg. Excel, Word, PowerPoint). - Good knowledge of Dutch, French & English
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
Desired Characteristics:

Domestic Tax Manager - Capital Market Job (Norwalk, CT, United States)

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Job Number:	1776234
Business:	GE Capital
Business Segment:	Capital - Americas
About Us:	GE Capital Americas: At GE Capital Americas, we’re redefining what’s possible. Whether it’s providing financing to purchase, lease and distribute equipment, or supplying our clients with the capital needed for their real estate and corporate acquisitions, refinancing and restructurings, the GE Capital Americas teams are dedicated to turning imaginative ideas into leading financial products and services that support the success of businesses worldwide. GE Capital Americas is the top leasing company in North America and a leader in U.S. corporate finance. Here you’ll work with the most talented people in the industry, employing world-class processes to execute projects with real impact. If you’re an enthusiastic self-starter and a driven, creative, flexible problem-solver, then join GE in creating the next generation of financial products that will keep the world of business moving forward for generations to come. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. GE offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits & the professional advantages of an environment that supports your development & recognizes your achievements. GE offers an inclusive environment where employees have the opportunity to succeed and diversity is embraced as a competitive advantage in the marketplace.The passion that our people bring to their work extends to their private worlds, and GE encourages a healthy balance between the two. GE values education and is dedicated to providing the tools and training for your professional development.
Posted Position Title:	Domestic Tax Manager - Capital Market
Career Level:	Experienced
Function:	Finance
Function Segment:	Tax
Location:	United States
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces:	Connecticut
City:	Norwalk
Postal Code:	06851-1056
Relocation Assistance:	No
Role Summary/Purpose:	GE is an equal opportunity employer, offering a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation. GE Capital Americas (GECA) tax team is seeking a Domestic Tax Manager to join our tax compliance group, with an emphasis in the Capital Market area. As part of the Tax team this position will be working with the Tax Reporting Leader, Tax Counsel, Business Tax Directors, and Finance Controllers to fulfill all the tax compliance functions, including preparing tax returns and qualified amended returns, responding to IRS IDRs, and performing various analyses as required.
Essential Responsibilities:	Serve as specialist in one or more areas of tax operations within a business unit (i.e. financial planning & analysis, controllership, reporting, accounting, reporting). Communicate with business unit and tax leaders. Drive standardization, automation, and process improvements to ensure tax compliance. Liaise between tax team and finance team in area of focus (i.e. financial planning & analysis, controllership, reporting, accounting, compliance). Prepare tax quarterly and annual close process and/or planning cycle and financial planning & analysis teams. Preparation / Review of U.S. tax return, responsible for various key tax adjustments in the Capital Market area, such as those related to securitizations, FAS 133, hedging, REMIC and FASIT, etc. Work with Tax Counsel to analyze transactions and prepare required U.S. tax disclosures and elections Prepare qualified amended returns Work with Corporate Exam Group to prepare responses to IRS IDRs Review financial statements to assist with transactions including acquisitions, restructurings and planning opportunities. Preparation of State tax apportionments for State tax returns. Assist with Fin-48 analysis Work with Tax Controller Group to assist with deferred tax analysis Assist with process improvements relating to U.S. tax return
Qualifications/Requirements:	Basic Requirements: Bachelor's Degree. Minimum 5 years of tax experience in major accounting firm, law firm, or multinational company. Experience managing projects. Demonstrated oral and written communication skills and ability to work cross functionally. Prior leadership experience. Proficient use of Microsoft Office (eg. Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Eligibility Requirements: Must submit your application for employment through COS (internal candidates) or www.gecareers.com (external candidates) to be considered for this job opening. GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen Must be willing to travel 10% of the time. For U.S. employment opportunities, GE hires U.S. citizens, permanent residents, asylees, refugees, and temporary residents. Temporary residence does not include those with non-immigrant work authorization (F, J, H or L visas), such as students in practical training status. Exceptions to these requirements will be determined based on shortage of qualified candidates with a particular skill. GE will require proof of work authorization.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:	GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.
Desired Characteristics:	Juris Doctorate, Masters of Taxation or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent certification. Public accounting experience. Ability to work cross functionally. Financial Services Industry experience. Experience interpreting technical US tax rules. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities.

Supervisor-Tax Compliance Job (ShangHai, ShangHai, China)

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 07:59:00 GMT

Job Number:	1741577
Business:	GE Corporate
Business Segment:	Corporate Finance & Operating Components
About Us:
Posted Position Title:	Supervisor-Tax Compliance
Career Level:	Experienced
Function:	Finance
Function Segment:	Tax
Location:	China
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces:	ShangHai
City:	ShangHai
Postal Code:	201203
Relocation Assistance:	No
Role Summary/Purpose:
Essential Responsibilities:	- Take responsibility for the quality of China tax returns prepared for GE businesses - Support the development/improvement of Standard Operation Process for the China Tax CoE team - Work closely with corporate tax and business tax leaders to achieve business objectives while driving controllership/GE Values - Support on tax audit, CAS audit, and KPMG statutory audit report items related to CIT - Support other tax projects on as needed basis - Coach people on project - Be responsive to many stakeholders at once.
Qualifications/Requirements:	? At least 5 years of China tax experience in major international accounting firms or equivalent experience in multi-national companies ? Experience in handling tax audits and working directly with local tax officials ? Strong interpersonal and communication (written and oral) skills, and ability to win the confidence of internal and external stakeholders ? Ability to multi-task, execute on projects independently, while working closely with colleagues in a matrix team ? Self-starter ? Integrity: Accepting and adhering to high moral, ethical, and personal values in decisions, communications, actions, and when dealing with others.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
Desired Characteristics:

Tax Compliance Leader - Brazil Job (Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, BR)

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Job Number:	1784056
Business:	GE Corporate
Business Segment:	Corporate Finance & Operating Components
About Us:
Posted Position Title:	Tax Compliance Leader - Brazil
Career Level:	Experienced
Function:	Finance
Function Segment:	Tax
Location:	Brazil
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces:
City:	Sao Paulo
Postal Code:	05425070
Relocation Assistance:	No
Role Summary/Purpose:
Essential Responsibilities:	?Responsible for the overall GE tax compliance in Brazil for all businesses ?Lead and develop a team of tax professionals (referred to as Brazil Tax COE) responsible for book and return preparation, filing and tax computation ?Coordinate all tax audits supported by Tax CoE ?Lead the implementation of Tax policies and overall tax projects concerning Tax CoE client base ?Advise GE businesses engaged with Tax CoE in tax aspects of recurring transactions
Qualifications/Requirements:	?BS in Business Administration, Accounting or Law ?10-16 years of tax experience ?Experience in similar type of work in Law Firms, Big-4 Audit & Consulting Companies ?Solid technical income tax knowledge in all its local aspects – transfer pricing included ?Solid expertise in sales and other transactional taxes ?Experience in managing revenue service audits, as well external audits (KPMG alike) ?Strong written and verbal communication skills (English & Portuguese) - Strong knowledge of tax Compliance issues, including all regulatory & statutory compliance environment - Strong analytical skills ? detail oriented - Experience leading & managing a team
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
Desired Characteristics:	- Confidence / Assertiveness: strong influencing skills across business functions; confidence to approach business leaders with difficult messages and defend position; for example, work closely with business leaders to achieve business objectives while driving controllership/GE Values - Experience working in global business environment with sound understanding of global process and transactional flows - Experience working in a matrixed environment - Adaptable/flexible: open to change in response to new information, different or unexpected circumstances, and/or ability to work in ambiguous situations - Integrity: Accepting and adhering to high moral, ethical, and personal values in decisions, communications, actions, and when dealing with others

Indirect Tax Operations Manager - Egypt Job (Cairo, Egypt)

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Job Number:	1787439
Business:	GE Corporate
Business Segment:	Corporate Finance & Operating Components
About Us:
Posted Position Title:	Indirect Tax Operations Manager - Egypt
Career Level:	Experienced
Function:	Finance
Function Segment:	Tax
Location:	Egypt
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces:
City:	Cairo
Postal Code:	H6-9
Relocation Assistance:	No
Role Summary/Purpose:
Essential Responsibilities:	Reporting to the VAT Operations Leader for MEA, with a strong dotted line to the MEA VAT Advisory Leader, this position will: - Oversee the Sales Tax controllership support provided to businesses in Egypt - Oversee VAT controllership support provided to business in other agreed countries across the MENAT region - Deliver Sales Tax & VAT controllership, reporting and related services to GE businesses - Ensure that all Sales Tax returns , VAT returns, and associated statistical filings for client businesses are filed and paid on time - Complete a program of risk-based reviews of business Sales Tax returns, VAT returns and associated processes to ensure accuracy of filings - Analysis of Sales Tax & VAT documents for accuracy using thorough and in-depth knowledge of local regulations - Provide support during inspections and queries from local tax authorities - Communicate with business unit , tax leaders and other sub-contracted support functions - Drive standardization, automation and process improvements to ensure Sales Tax and VAT compliance - Work with tax, finance and other sub-contracted support functions to document and support all significant Sales Tax & VAT reporting - Support development and recommendation of Sales Tax and VAT operational processes and internal policies - Training of finance, business and other sub-contracted support functions on the use of the GE on-line VAT return tool - Fees and Service Level Agreement negotiations with all client businesses and management of finances including budgets and cost liquidations
Qualifications/Requirements:	Bachelor's Degree or equivalent. Minimum 5 years of Sales Tax (VAT) experience for Egypt with key focus on compliance. Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills in both Arabic and English Proven ability to work cross-functionally. Proficient use of Microsoft Office (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
Desired Characteristics:	Local tax or professional accounting qualification. Highly developed sense of customer services and ability to communicate in a multi-country, multi-cultural environment Ability to anticipate, identify, and resolve complex issues. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities. Experience managing projects. Experience in VAT across the wider North Africa region an advantage. French language an advantage. Accounting or finance experience an advantage. Must be willing to travel

Intern Tax Job (Amsterdam, Netherlands)

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 07:59:00 GMT

Job Number:	1762368
Business:	GE Capital
Business Segment:	Capital - Restructuring Operations
About Us:	GE Equipment Services Europe General Electric Company, is a multinational American technology and services conglomerate. GENERAL ELECTRIC is one of the top Fortune 500 companies with operations worldwide. The $173billion GE global enterprise employs more than 300,000 people. GE Equipment Services Europe (ESE) is part of General Electric Capital. ESE is the leading and most successful trailer leasing and rental business with operations in nearly 20 European countries. ESE trades under the following names (products) TIP Trailer Services (Trailer Rental and Leasing), and Railcar Services (Rail Wagon Rental and Leasing).
Posted Position Title:	Intern Tax
Career Level:	CI
Function:	Finance
Function Segment:	Tax
Location:	Netherlands
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces:
City:	Amsterdam
Postal Code:	1079LH
Relocation Assistance:	No
Role Summary/Purpose:	The purpose of this Student Trainee ship is to provide the Student Trainee with experience of the practical application of theoretical knowledge he or she has already acquired and to acquire new skills and knowledge.
Essential Responsibilities:	Essential Functions (training objective): The Tax team (“Tax”) is responsible for corporate tax compliance and planning, including corporate Income tax and value added Tax (“VAT”). In Europe, Tax oversees filing of tax returns in nearly 20 European countries. Further, Tax provides information for the tax return in the US. Tax is also responsible for tax planning, legal structure, recapitalizations and funding of entities, mergers and liquidations of entities. The intern will support the Tax processes. He/she will be part of a team of 3 people based in Amsterdam and 2 remote resources in India. This internship offers great exposure to the global aspects of the business functions in ESE, as he/she will need to interact with almost all layers of the company. This internship will enhance analytical skills and (operational) business analytics. He/She will also participate in various business and controllership projects touching different areas of the ESE accounting and (operational) business processes. The main objectives are to provide support and receive training in the following areas within Tax: US and European tax compliance. US and European accounting principles. Set up payments and manage PO’s Reconciliations/analysis under US accounting principles. Assist with developing presentations for various transactions. Assist with managing processes, projects, and timelines. Exposure to a global company and professional environment. Lead 2 LEAN projects.
Qualifications/Requirements:	Qualifications/Requirements: Self-starter, proactive individual, focused on meeting deadlines, solving problems, and working under pressure Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams Excellent organization skills with a strong attention to details Excellent in MS Office, ability to learn new skills in Access, Excel and financial and operational systems. Fluent in written and spoken English; other European languages are an advantage. Internship should be part of a college/university program in accounting or finance.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
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Corporate Tax Litigation Manager Job (Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, BR)

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 05:00:00 GMT

Job Number:	1784029
Business:	GE Corporate
Business Segment:	Corporate Finance & Operating Components
About Us:
Posted Position Title:	Corporate Tax Litigation Manager
Career Level:	Experienced
Function:	Finance
Function Segment:	Tax
Location:	Brazil
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces:
City:	Sao Paulo
Postal Code:	05425070
Relocation Assistance:	No
Role Summary/Purpose:
Essential Responsibilities:	?Counsel GE businesses on all significant tax litigation matters to ensure tax efficiency & GE risk profile. ?Identify, develop and lead tax litigation opportunities benefitting GE Brazilian businesses, individually or collectively. ?Develop & execute clear Tax litigation strategy playing One-GE face before Law Firms aiming to streamline fees and quality of the work outsourced. ?Manage GE overall Tax Litigation ensuring proper risk assessment, required controls and reserves (FAS 5 and FIN 48 rules). ?Coordinate tax due diligence efforts from the tax litigation and tax exposure angles.
Qualifications/Requirements:	?Bachelor in Law ?08-12 years of tax experience ?Experience in similar type of work either in Law Firms, Consulting Companies or other Multinationals. ?Solid and well-rounded proven tax technical knowledge (CIT & indirect taxes) ?Experience in negotiations with gov’t instances ?Experience in managing or coordinating tax litigation matters. ?Strong analytical and influencing skills, detail oriented, independent thinking and decision-making abilities. ?Communication skills / bilingual (English/Portuguese)
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
Desired Characteristics:	?General knowledge of US tax principles ?Solid concepts for civil, labor and previdenciary matters

VP International Taxes & Tax Counsel Job (Dublin, Ireland)

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 07:59:00 GMT

Job Number:	1706671
Business:	GE Capital
Business Segment:	Capital - Aviation Financial Services
About Us:	GECAS, the U.S. and Irish commercial aircraft financing and leasing business of GE, has a fleet of over 1,800 owned and managed aircraft with approximately 245 airlines in over 75 countries. GECAS offers a wide range of aircraft types and financing options, including operating leases and secured debt financing, and also provides productivity solutions including spare engine leasing, spare parts financing and management. GECAS, a unit of GE Capital, has offices in 25 cities around the world.
Posted Position Title:	VP International Taxes & Tax Counsel
Career Level:	Experienced
Function:	Finance
Function Segment:	Tax
Location:	Ireland
U.S. State, China or Canada Provinces:
City:	Dublin
Postal Code:	8
Relocation Assistance:	No
Role Summary/Purpose:	You will be part of the deal team, discussing with GECAS customers specifics of aircraft and engine leasing, sale and purchase of aircraft & engines. You will be responsible for international tax issues of the deal such as local withholding tax, application of tax treaties, permanent establishment exposure and basic US international tax issues. You will also be responsible for reviewing deal documentation (LOI, lease agreements and approval papers etc.) to include the appropriate tax provisions.
Essential Responsibilities:	Responsible for transaction review planning, structuring, and implementation Review, draft and negotiation of deal documents, tax aspects of LOI's, contracts, tax indemnity agreements Provides support to deal teams and portfolio group on the tax aspects of pending transactions, structuring of deals and portfolio issues. Reviews tax aspects of models developed by deal teams Monitor the on-going business operations to ensure that all technical requirements for transaction are satisfied Analyse withholding tax and other local country tax issues relating to non-US deals Complete and sign off on deal approval papers Tax advisor on structured transactions such as bulk sales of assets and securitizations, coordinate transfer tax on deliveries (aircraft/engine) Support the business teams on other deal related or tax related matters Identify US international tax issues
Qualifications/Requirements:	Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree. Minimum 7 years of tax experience in major accounting firm, law firm, or multinational company. International tax planning, structuring, implementation experience. Excellent communications skills to communicate complex tax issues, opportunities, and risks to non-tax experts in a clear and concise manner. Eligibility Requirements: You must apply via COS (internals) or www.gecareers.com (externals) to be considered for this position Legal authorization to work in the Ireland/EU is required. Must be willing to comply with pre-employment screening, including but not limited to drug testing, reference verification, and background check. Must be willing to travel occasionally sometimes on short notice. (Up to 10% of the time.) This job can be performed in either the office in Shannon or Dublin.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
Desired Characteristics:	J.D., LL.M. in tax law or Similar Qualification Ability to work cross functionally. Prior leadership experience Proficient use of Microsoft office (e.g. Word Excel and PowerPoint) Ability to partner effectively with business management, legal, and finance personnel.