Strategic Finance Analyst Jobs in Michigan

Job ID

61190

Category

Finance

Location

Naucalpan de Juárez, Mexico

Work Type

Hybrid

Responsibilities for Internal Candidates:

Indirect Tax Compliance & Advisory:

- Lead the preparation, review, and timely filing of all Mexican indirect tax returns (e.g., VAT), ensuring accuracy and full compliance.
- Oversee VAT account reconciliations and ensure proper determination of input and output VAT.
- Monitor and interpret changes in Mexican indirect tax legislation and proactively assess and communicate their impact to the business.
- Provide technical guidance on VAT treatment for complex and cross-border transactions (imports, exports, intercompany services).
- Manage interactions with tax authorities, including leading audit processes and responding to inquiries.
- Ensure full compliance with e-invoicing (CFDI) and other digital tax obligations, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions where needed.

Tax Cash Back Claims (Leadership & Execution):

- Lead the preparation, review, and submission of tax refund claims, ensuring completeness and technical support of documentation.
- Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and success rates of refund claims.

Direct Tax Coordination:

- Support and review the preparation of the annual income tax return and related schedules.
- Oversee estimated income tax calculations and ensure alignment with financial projections.
- Maintain and apply a solid understanding of Mexican income tax law in coordination with the broader tax strategy.

Process Improvement & Stakeholder Management:

- Identify opportunities to improve tax processes, controls, and documentation.
- Act as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders (Accounting, Legal, Purchasing, Operations) on tax-related matters.
- Mentor and support the development of junior team members.

Qualifications for Internal Candidates:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Experience:

6+ years of progressive experience in tax, with a strong focus on Mexican indirect taxes.

Skills:

- Deep knowledge of Mexican VAT law and regulatory framework.
- Solid understanding of Mexican income tax law.
- Proven experience with cross-border transactions and international tax implications.
- Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving capabilities.
- High attention to detail with the ability to manage complex tasks independently.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical matters to non-tax stakeholders.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).

Language:

Fluency in Spanish and English (written and spoken) is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Master’s degree in Taxation or related field.
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
- CPA or equivalent professional certification.

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