What you will be doing:
The Tax Advisor will lead Pillar 2 reporting and compliance and support corporate income tax accounting and reporting for all legal entities across Europe and MEISA. This role is part of the Centre of Excellence Tax Accounting & Reporting team and reports to the Manager Tax Reporting based in the Netherlands.
As a member of the FedEx Tax team, you will collaborate with a global network of tax professionals and subject matter experts in areas such as transfer pricing, indirect taxes, M&A, and business advisory.
Responsibilities:
Lead Pillar 2 Reporting & Compliance:
- Manage quarterly US GAAP Pillar 2 tax provisioning for Europe and MEISA.
- Support local Pillar 2 compliance processes and monitor developments.
- Assess Pillar 2 implications of broader business decisions.
Tax Accounting & Reporting:
- Support timely and accurate preparation of quarterly and annual US GAAP tax provisions, including return-to-provision exercises for the region.
Stakeholder Collaboration & Management:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with regional tax, CIT compliance, corporate accounting, and US-based global tax accounting teams.
- Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, ensuring alignment on tax reporting requirements and compliance obligations.
Process & Risk Management:
- Drive improvements in internal controls, focusing on risk mitigation, process efficiency, and data integrity.
Global initiates and technology:
- Provide input and support for global tax projects and initiatives.
- Stay informed on technology developments and contribute to FedEx’s Global Tax Technology Strategy.
What do you bring with you:
- Degree in tax / tax law / economics / accounting
- Experience working in an accounting / tax accounting team with exposure to quarterly reporting and closing processes
- Experience in and a working knowledge of tax accounting under US GAAP (or IFRS) is preferable
- Base understanding of Pillar 2 reporting requirements; prior experience is an advantage
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) in English; proficiency in another language is desirable.
- Strong analytical skills, flexibility, innovative thinking, ability to work independently and exposure to dealing with senior management