Senior Tax Analyst

**Job Description:** **Job Purpose/Overview** * The Senior Indirect Tax Analyst is responsible for managing and executing activities related to the calculation, control, and compliance of indirect tax obligations. * This role includes overseeing the daily operations of a team of junior and mid-level tax analysts and tax assistants, ensuring efficient task execution and fostering team development. * Additionally, the Senior Analyst will lead strategic tax projects focusing on process improvement and regulatory compliance. **What are we looking for?** ============================ * Minimum of 5 years relevant transactional tax experience  * Expertise in complex tax projects; * Experience in the big 4 company is desirable; * Bachelor’s degree required, preferred in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, Finance or related field (such as Law); * Hands-on experience in tax-related projects and process automation; * Familiarity with project management methodologies is a plus; * Postgraduate degree or MBA in Tax Management, Finance, or related areas is a plus; * Project management certifications are a plus. * Experience maintaining and operating transaction tax calculation and compliance software (desirable SAP, SATI, TaxOne); * Excellent oral and written communication skills; * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; * Highly organized, self-motivated and detail oriented; * English skills - Intermediate; **What will be your key responsibilities?** =========================================== * Support for tax planning projects; * Respond to ad-hoc requests; * Oversee internal tax processes to ensure compliance with current tax regulations; * Prepare management reports to support strategic decision-making; * Provide technical support for internal and external audits; * Monitor changes in tax legislation and align strategies to mitigate risks; * Document workflow, procedures, checklists, and policies for assigned tasks; * Plan and lead tax-related projects, including tax recovery initiatives, compliance automation, and system implementations; * Strategically delegate tasks to ensure efficiency and adherence to deadlines; * Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage stakeholders to ensure timely and successful project delivery; * Provide guidance to the team; * Perform and/or supervise the calculation and filing of indirect taxes (PIS, Cofins, ICMS, ICMS-ST, IPI and ISSQN); * Ensure accurate preparation and submission of tax ancillary obligations (SPED Fiscal, EFD Contribuições, GIA, GIA-ST, DCTF, etc); * Prepare and/or review tax accounting reconciliations; * Foster the professional and technical development of team members. **What can you expect from Mars?** ================================== * Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles. * Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. A *  strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. * An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.