Tax Manager CARCAM

Potential locations:
Panama or Costa Rica.

This role will lead, define, and execute the tax strategy and compliance framework for the Caribbean and Central America region—including Costa Rica, Panama, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Barbados, and Puerto Rico.

• Regional Tax Strategy & Planning: Develop and implement tax‑efficient structures and planning opportunities to optimize the regional tax burden and improve cash flow across 7 jurisdictions.
• Compliance Oversight: Ensure accurate and timely filing of all direct and indirect tax returns (VAT, Corporate Income Tax, Withholding Taxes) across the cluster, maintaining a clean compliance record.
• Team Leadership & Development: Directly manage and mentor team members, overseeing their output and fostering professional growth to ensure high‑quality tax support.
• Tax Audit & Controversy Management: Lead the defense strategy and represent the company during tax audits or inquiries by local authorities, managing relationships with external advisors and counsel.
• Transfer Pricing Oversight: Supervise the preparation of regional transfer pricing studies and ensure intercompany transactions are properly documented.
• Risk Management & Internal Control: Implement and monitor internal control systems to identify and mitigate operational and financial risks, ensuring adherence to corporate policies and local laws.
• Strategic Business Advisory: Evaluate the tax implications of new business models, M&A, or changes in legislation to support senior management decision‑making.

• 6 to 9 years of professional experience in tax management, with at least 3 years in regional roles covering Central America or the Caribbean.
• University degree in Accounting, Law, or Finance; a Master’s degree or professional certification in Taxation is highly desirable.
• Deep understanding of tax frameworks in the cluster, especially Puerto Rico (US GAAP / Internal Revenue Code) and Caribbean jurisdictions.
• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERPs is expected.
• Full professional proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Strategic thinking, high attention to detail, negotiation skills, and ability to manage complex projects across multiple time zones and currencies.