The posting
Let us describe the challenge we offer
We have an exciting opening at Polestar as Tax Manager who will be part of a fast-paced and challenging scale-up organization. You will play an important role in the Finance team supporting Polestar in its continued growth and expansion. In this finance role, you are a member of a dynamic and developing team. This role is key to further developing the Group Tax function at Polestar group.
This position is based in Polestar HQ, Gothenburg and reports directly to the Head of Group Tax.
What you'll do You will be part of the Group Tax team within Finance, working globally with direct taxes for the Polestar group. You will manage global tax processes, such as the group’s Pillar II reporting, as well as tax compliance, planning and strategy in accordance with applicable tax laws and regulations for certain Polestar legal entities.
Examples of tasks are:
- Lead and drive the group’s Pillar II reporting
- Develop and implement global tax strategies to optimize the group’s effective tax rate
- Advise on tax implications of cross-border transactions and restructurings
- Identify tax-saving opportunities and ensure alignment with business objectives
- Manage and ensure timely direct tax filings and payments
- Manage tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities
- Review current and deferred tax calculations under local GAAP for certain Polestar legal entities
- Monitor and implement changes in local and global tax legislation
- Ensure robust internal controls to mitigate direct tax risks
- Liaise with various internal and external stakeholders, such as colleagues in other Finance teams and other parts of the organisation, as well as with external advisors and auditors to ensure accurate tax reporting
Who you are
To be successful in this role we think that you are a person with lots of energy, strong analytical skills together with an extensive experience in Swedish and International Tax law. You are a team player with the ability to propose, drive and implement improvements. You have a high level of accountability and commitment and can team up with various functions to engage in and drive projects and you can work independently and hands on in daily operations.
Other important skills for this role:
- University degree in Law or Finance or equivalent
- Minimum 8 years relevant work experience within tax, for example from the Swedish tax agency or the tax department of an audit firm or company
- Experience in Pillar II reporting is desirable
- Knowledge of tax accounting and reporting is a merit
- Familiarity with finance processes and systems is an advantage
- Experience from working in a regulated, publicly listed company environment is favourable but not a requirement
Polestar is an international company, with various backgrounds represented. English, therefore, is the language of written and spoken communication. And though we have a global presence, we maintain the growth mindset. Change happens often at Polestar. But so does progress. Expect an accelerating, exciting environment.
The process
If the above matches your ambitions, be sure to apply. Due to the summer holiday period, our recruitment process is moving at a slower pace, and we may not be able to provide updates in the meantime. We look forward to getting back to you during August.
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