GKN Automotive is the global leader in drive systems.
A global automotive technology company that pioneered electric drive systems and is now driving the future of transportation. We are a trusted partner for most of the world's automotive companies, specialising in developing, building and supplying market-leading driveline systems and advanced ePowertrain technologies.
90% of the global vehicle manufacturers choose GKN Automotive and everyday 100's of millions of cars are driven everyday using our technology. We've spent more than 20 years driving innovation in electric drive systems, working with most major OEMs to deliver Electrical Control Units (ECUs). Our eDrive technology is now powering over two million vehicles on the road today.
GKN Automotive in Porto: Estalished in 2020, our Global Business Services (GBS) is located at the heart of Porto (Hipercentro Areosa Business Park), where our 300+ employees provide support on a global level within areas of Finance, Procurement, HR and IT (to name a few).
Our vision is to deliver sustainable value with standard, consistent & digitally enhanced processes. To achieve this, we are seeking to attract highly motivated and skilled professionals.
We pride ourselves in being a truly global company, and GKN Automotive GBS in Porto has a relevant representation of that. Our workplace is diverse & inclusive and our locally based team is represented by individuals from 23 different countries.
We invest in our people and every employee has a development plan focused on their specific career and learning objectives. Career development is supported by relevant, sponsored technical learning, coaching, and access to self-driven training across a wide range of topics covering hard and soft skills.
Our culture is underpinned by our Values & Behaviours –Ingenious, Collaborative, Driven, Principled and and we are proud of the way that employees regularly have an opportunity to engage with others, provide ideas and work to develop these ideas to become a reality. It's a place where our multi-discipline team's partner, collaborate, and learn from each other and the contribution of everyone counts.
We also support and encourage our employees to give back to the local communities through various activities. In recent years we have supported volunteering initiatives from the Portuguese Cancer League, Animal Farm Association to solidarity actions, making time and resources available to join efforts on these important events.
The Role: We are seeking a Tax Specialist to join our team, and report directly to the Senior Tax Manager.
The Tax Specialist is responsible for preparing tax returns and work papers, organising tax payments and tax accounts reconciliations, providing support to the business, and responding to Tax Authorities' queries, tax audits, internal requests, and supporting projects.
Key Responsibilities include:
Collection, preparation, and analysis of financial data, legal documents, and other relevant info required for local tax filings/tax audits and any other statutory requirementsPreparing tax returns, schedules, and work-papersProvide/prepare documents supporting the transactional dataPrepare tax reconciliations, including monthly/quarterly balance sheet reconciliations before the return is filedCompletion of tax tools as part of preparation and review of provision and complianceUpload/submit the final tax return and support to the tax compliance tracking systemAssist with all tax operational matters and identify any compliance issues. Advancing matters to the Senior Tax Manager for advice and resolutionProvide audit support and responses as requiredDevelop and maintain desktop procedures and process flowsGive to continuous process improvementsIncrease issues and feedback from local EntitiesSpecific Functional Capabilities, Knowledge and Skills Required: Bachelor's degree in Tax, accounting, management or equivalent At least 2 years of experience of working in Tax, within a complex and large volume environment A committed team playerBe credible and self-motivatedStrong organisation and time managementAttention to detail and accuracyFully proficient with Microsoft applications including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and OutlookKnowledge of ERP systems, processes and workflow technologyOperated in sophisticated environment with the same size and scaleKnowledge of European VAT regulations and requirementsKnowledge of other jurisdictions outside EU regulations and requirements is a plusExperience in working in a in a similar industry, as well as in a shared service environment is a plusOur Offer: This is an excellent opportunity to work in a truly multicultural environment and get involved in all phases of the global project lifecycle. We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, including annual performance bonus, flexible working culture, unlimited access to LinkedIn learning and ongoing career progression and development support.
We are driving change in our sector, using our talents and experience to be a leader in finding new, sustainable solutions for the next phase of the automotive industry.
Our people are at the heart of our success. If these projects excite you and you like the chance to play a part in shaping the future of the automotive industry, that will benefit the environment and society as a whole, come and help us to accelerate the future, together.
About GKN Automotive: GKN Automotive is a global leader in eDrive technologies, the architects of an electrified future. Our innovation, expertise and global footprint give us the ability to drive a sustainable future, delivering eDrive technologies, competitively and at scale.
We have been inventing the future for 250 years. Our technologies and innovations made front-wheel drive cars possible and all-wheel drive systems more efficient. GKN Automotive is now at the forefront of the mass production of advanced, efficient, systems for electrified vehicles.
Through continuous innovation and improvements in efficiency, performance, and control systems we are collaborating with global automotive manufacturers, helping them produce the next generation of electrified vehicles. We are the go-to technology partner for leading electrified vehicle manufacturers, with the ability to tailor every eDrive solution, matched to our Driveline technologies.
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Disclaimer: GKN Automotive does not accept agency resumes unless directly engaged by Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward any resumes to our employees. GKN Automotive will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Job Info Job Identification 34200 Posting Date 02/01/2024, 02:53 PM #J-18808-Ljbffr
