Tax Manager

**Tax Manager**

**About Klar**

Let’s start with the basics Klar is a Mexican fintech startup whose mission is to democratize and revolutionize the way in which financial services have been delivered so far in Mexico, especially since half of the population doesn’t have a bank account. We offer a rich set of products across our debit and credit offers and the future is bright for Klar We have an exciting and ambitious roadmap to bring more features to our products so that we can better serve our users. We have served more than 2 million users since our launch in 2019

We are also proud to have been certified in 2023 as a “Great Place to Work” in Mexico - we’ve worked hard to make that happen and will continue to make bigger strides in the future Sound like a place you’d like to be?

**Our people**

If you join us at Klar, you’ll be welcomed to a team which is rich in many talents and we are very proud With our head office in Mexico City, and remote tech hubs in Berlin and Argentina, we are always learning something new about another culture or language. With so many people from different backgrounds and walks of life (young professionals, parents, LGBTQ+, neurodivergence), you’ll definitely find your people here

**Our values**

Ownership - We own our successes & our failures as a team.

Excellence - We do everything to the best of our ability & always seek to achieve a new level of excellence in our work.

Inclusion - We believe we are stronger together and actively work to promote a safe, diverse, inclusive, and respectful culture.

Customer Obsession - We understand the value Klar can bring to its customers & it’s always at the forefront of our decisions.

Klarity - We communicate clearly & with authenticity. It’s in our name & it’s what we do.

**The position and your daily adventures**

This is a full-time position based in our Mexico City office with a hybrid model, therefore we are looking forward to seeing you in our office 2-3 times per week.

**What you can expect**:

- Providing and managing the provision of accurate tax advice to key stakeholders.
- Implementing appropriate tax policies and internal control frameworks.
- Assess and research difficult tax issues to identify solutions.
- Manage and maintain the company’s tax database.
- Determine tax savings and recommend strategies to improve profits.
- Ensure you comply with regulations by forwarding required information to federal, state, and local authorities.
- Offer support and guidance during audits.
- Keep track of industry trends and changes related to taxes.
- Prepare accurate monthly and annual tax reports.
- Manage tax queries, audits and requests for information from tax authorities. As required, provide requested information / support to tax authorities. In the event of Tax disputes prepare defense files and lead discussions with Authorities with the support of external advisors and Group Tax Team.
- Be accountable to understand new rules and regulations (or interpretations) and communicate this in a clear and transparent manner for the business to understand implications, benefits/ risks and define potential actions/ options.
- Together with the Finance Director define Tax Strategies, VAT and Income Tax to develop strategies that Mitigate/ minimize business risk.
- Find opportunities to reduce operating costs (minimize tax burden).
- Maximize & improve cashflow.
- Support the Accounting Manager in preparing the Local and IFRS Tax Reporting Package, including Income and Deferred Tax calculations. Address inquiries promptly. Reconcile accounting, fiscal, and transfer pricing figures, perform monthly tax reconciliations, and ensure compliance with electronic regulations. Prepare and submit external audit tax requirements. Assist in improving tax controls, efficiency, and processes by documenting workflows, assessing risks, and identifying improvements.

**What we are looking for**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
- 3+ years as a Tax Manager or similar role.
- 5+ years as a Tax Accountant
- Knowledge of MS-Excel (formulas, pivot tables, macros, etc).
- Knowledge of ERP.
- Knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping procedures.
- Knowledge of financial industry tax reporting.
- Advanced English level.

Softskills:

- Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal, a strong desire to learn, and an ability to prioritize projects in a fast-paced company that is going through substantial growth.
- Excellent analytical skills.
- Eye for detail, process oriented mindset and structured approach.
- Capacity to work to tight timeframes, with a natural ability to manage competing priorities and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Exceptional analytical skills and a ‘hands on’ attitude
- A demonstrated ability to work, and solve problems in a fast-paced environment, and have fun working in a team.

**Our offer to you**:

- Competitive salary based on performance and experience
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