Unilever is currently hiring for Assistant Manager Tax

Function: Finance

Work Level: WL1

Reports to: Head of Tax

Scope: Local

Location: Karachi Head Office

Terms & Conditions: Full time

ABOUT UNILEVER

With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world. 

At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don’t believe in the ‘one size fits all’ approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.

JOB PURPOSE

Unilever is the place where you can bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world. This role is responsible for direct and indirect tax matters under the supervision of Head of Tax. Key tax areas of responsibility include Tax Risk Management, Tax Litigation & Controversy, Business Partnering, Tax Reporting & Compliances, and Financial Central Cost Recoveries (FCCR), etc.

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE

Business partnering on tax matters; identification and assessment of tax planning opportunities, advising the relevant stake holders, and ensuring implementation.

Working with local treasury and the FCCR central team on FCCR agreements.

Review of changes in foreign exchange regulations and related tax requirements and ensuring their compliance.

 Ensuring the validity of FCCR agreements and exceptional approval for non-standard rates.

Ensuring tax payments on FCCR and Dividends are made on timely basis, as per respective double tax treaties and local laws.

Monitoring of sales tax paid under reverse change mechanism for their adjustability.

Computation of quarterly advance tax liability, applying for exemption certificates and refunds, and ensuring timely advance tax payments.

Handling of Ekaterra pre-SMF and SMF period tax issues and litigations.

Determining implications of OECD guidelines including Pillar II.

Continuous Monitoring of the effective tax rate - actual vs forecasted.

Assessment of Tax Risk and Uncertain Tax Provision (UTP) as per UTP global policy.

Handling of Tax audits and inquiries with respect to Transfer Pricing issues etc., preparing and providing necessary documentation and supporting schedules.

Coordination with EY for preparation of local files in accordance with Transfer Pricing rules.

Responsible for local and global tax reporting in accordance with IFRS and group guidelines.

Coordinating with external and internal auditors.

Monitoring compliance with direct and indirect tax control frameworks and ensure preparation and filing of sales tax and income returns.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

Experiences & Qualifications

Qualified Chartered Accountant

Post-qualification experience of 4+ years

Experience across corporate tax, indirect tax, and transfer pricing

Skills

Strong knowledge of federal and provincial tax laws

Proven experience with SAP and MS office

Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems

Understanding of accounting principles, financial analysis techniques, and financial management concepts

Thorough knowledge of relevant financial regulations and compliance requirements

Strong organizational skills and a keen eye for accuracy

Ability to maintain detailed financial records, reconcile accounts, and identify errors or discrepancies

Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously

Strong work ethic and ability to work well under pressure

Leadership

You are energized by delivering fantastic results. You are an example to others – both your results and your resilience. You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.

As an individual you are the one responsible for your own wellbeing and delivering high standards of work. You must also focus on the Consumer and what they need. You are humble and have your head up, looking around to interpret evidence and data smartly, spot issues and opportunities to make things better.

Critical SOL (Standards of Leadership) Behaviors

PASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE: Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results. Has an owner’s mindset, using data and insight to make decisions.

PERSONAL MASTERY: Sets high standards for themselves. Actively builds own wellbeing and resilience.

CONSUMER LOVE: Whatever their role, always looks for better ways to serve consumers. Invests time inside and outside to understand the needs of consumers.

PURPOSE & SERVICE: Has humility, understanding that leadership is service to others, inside and outside Unilever.

AGILITY: Explores the world around them, continually learning and developing their skills.

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.