Sales & Use Tax Manager

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for: 

The Sales & Use Tax Manager who will be an integral member of the North American tax team responsible for leading the sales tax department including preparing taxability analyses, quantification of potential liabilities, exposure mitigation, implementing tax processes, liaising with tax authorities, refund reviews, and more. 
 

We can count on you to:

• Collaborate with the business to advise on the sales tax treatment of purchases and capital improvements, providing clear communication and guidance that explains tax issues to non-tax professionals.
• Conduct detailed reviews of sales tax returns and tax account reconciliations and provide review notes to the sales tax specialists.
• Oversee all sales and use tax audits and provide guidance and review notes for workpapers submitted for audit support and review. 
• Maintain internal controls over sales and use tax policies implemented by the tax department.
• Work with the technology team supporting our tax software around classification of items to efficiently determine accurate taxability of both sales and purchases.
• Monitor sales and use tax developments and issue communications to the business as necessary.
• Conduct tax research and provide technical advice on multi-state issues related to sales tax.
• Implement process improvements to the current workflows of the team.
• Mentor and develop team members, providing ongoing feedback and identifying opportunities for growth.

You can count on us for:

• Long-lasting excellent customer relations, self-dependent working, and a variety of tasks in one of the world’s leading chemical companies.
• Excellent training & development possibilities.

You will bring:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Indirect tax, preferably in the manufacturing industry.
• Previous management experience is preferred but not required.
• Vertex O-Series experience required.
• Solid technology background with knowledge of Excel along with other Microsoft Office products, SAP, and Avalara.
• In-depth knowledge of tax laws and regulations related to sales tax, specifically in the manufacturing industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.

You will get:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $120,000.00 to $145,000.00 per year. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
• 16 weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
• Training platform for all employees
• Free language courses (24 languages available)
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

About us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.