Tax Assistant Manager

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry.

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!

The Tax Assistant Manager coordinates and ensures the timely and accurate reporting and payment of tax liabilities. This role requires strong technical expertise in tax and accounting and a deep understanding of core processes related to tax compliance. Additionally, the position is key in driving continuous process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Success in this role requires excellent communication and business partnering skills to collaborate effectively. The individual must proactively stay updated on relevant tax laws and regulations to ensure compliance and provide strategic tax support.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Ensure accurate preparation, coordination, and submission of tax returns, payments, and monthly reports for U.S. jurisdictions and multiple legal entities.
• Apply U.S. tax laws and regulations to complex and routine business transactions, ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements, and oversee tax data collection and submission to the U.S. authorities, ensuring timely payment of associated assessments.
• Maintain strict adherence to SOX and operational controls, ensuring all tax processes comply with internal and external regulatory standards; and monitor and review tax-related activities to ensure tasks are completed accurately and on time in line with Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Identify gaps in efficiency and effectiveness within tax compliance and accounting processes, recommending and implementing improvements. Support the testing and validation of tax and accounting systems to enhance automation, accuracy, and compliance.
• Develop and keep strong working relationships with key commercial stakeholders, finance teams, and other internal business partners. Act as a point of contact for tax-related inquiries, ensuring clear communication and alignment with business objectives.
•  Provide necessary data and analysis for federal and state audits while ensuring proper tax-related record retention and keeping data well-organized and accessible in SharePoint and other relevant systems.
• Plan and coordinate daily activities using effective time management principles, providing guidance and support to direct reports. To enhance expertise and performance, assist with recruiting, mentoring, and developing team members within the Costa Rican Global Shared Service.
• Lead or participate in tax-related projects or other special project assignments and forecasting activities as needed.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in a multinational company.
• Advanced proficiency in written and verbal English.
• Strong accounting knowledge, including U.S. statutory and management accounting principles. Knowledge of U.S. Federal and State tax laws and regulations is desirable.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills with experience managing direct reports, overseeing processes, and supporting professional development.
• Ability to work with employees at all levels, including executives.
• Proven ability to perform in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
• Advanced skills in MS Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.

What we offer you?

• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives (subject to eligibility)
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

WHY JOIN BAT?

We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.