Senior Vice President, Tax Strategy and Planning – Americas Region, Leading Global Business Process Outsourcing Company

Introduction to Teleperformance

Teleperformance is a global leader in business process outsourcing, offering a wide range of services to clients across various industries. With a strong presence in the Americas region, which accounts for approximately $4B of our company's revenue, we are committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences and driving business growth. As part of our efforts to optimize our tax position and ensure compliance with international tax laws, we are seeking an experienced Senior Vice President, Tax Strategy and Planning – Americas Region, to join our team.

The Opportunity

We are creating a centralized tax organization to provide a coordinated and strategic view of the Company's tax and transfer pricing strategy. As a Senior Vice President of Tax Strategy for the Americas, you will play a key role in developing and implementing a comprehensive tax strategy to optimize our global tax position. This involves staying abreast of tax laws, regulations, and incentives, advising on tax-efficient structures, managing compliance, and minimizing tax risks. You will work closely with our finance and business organization to achieve these goals and collaborate with cross-functional teams, engage with tax authorities, and provide strategic guidance to executive leadership across the Americas region.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Tax Planning: Develop and execute comprehensive global tax strategies aligned with business objectives, focusing on overseeing local, state, and federal taxation within the U.S.
• Transfer Pricing: Work in conjunction with the Finance and Operational teams to understand the business drivers and the transformation of the Group to anticipate and recommend adjustments to the transfer pricing model.
• International Tax Compliance: Ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations in multiple jurisdictions for transactions passing through the Americas.
• Tax Risk Management: Assess and manage potential tax risks associated with business operations and implement controls to mitigate tax-related risks and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Policy Development: Formulate and communicate tax policies within the organization as needed and keep abreast of tax law changes and assess the organization's impact.
• Tax Accounting: Collaborate with finance teams to ensure accurate tax accounting and reporting in financial statements and guide tax-related provisions and disclosures.
• Government Relations: Engage with tax authorities globally to address inquiries, audits, and negotiations and build positive relationships with regulatory bodies to influence tax policies beneficial to the organization.
• Corporate Engagement: Effectively communicate tax strategies and implications to appropriate leaders and stakeholders and collaborate with legal, finance, and other departments to align tax strategies with Teleperformance corporate goals.
• Continuous Learning/Improvement: Seek opportunities for process improvement within the tax function and stay current with industry best practices and incorporate them into the organization's tax strategies.

Essential Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, such as accounting, finance, or law.
• A CPA or Master's Degree in Taxation is required.
• 10+ years of broad-based tax experience with experience in international tax planning and strategy, including at least 5 years with a reputed public accounting firm or law firm.
• Familiarity with tax technology tools and software for efficient compliance and data analysis.
• In-depth knowledge of tax laws and regulations in the US and a general understanding of tax rules in Canada and Latin America, including transfer pricing rules and regulations.
• Strong understanding of international tax principles, tax planning, and optimization strategies.
• Proven track record of implementing tax strategies and transfer pricing policies across multiple jurisdictions.
• Strong negotiation and business management skills.
• Analytical thinking, proactive attitude, strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and teamwork mindset.
• Must be detailed-oriented with the ability to be productive, accountable, and work under tight deadlines.
• Strong and demonstrated process focus.

Preferred Qualifications

While not essential, the following qualifications are preferred:

• Experience with service businesses with significant cross-border transactions.
• Executive presence and strong communication skills, with the ability to work across a highly distributed environment and possess a strong global perspective.

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At Teleperformance, we are committed to the growth and development of our employees. As a Senior Vice President, Tax Strategy and Planning – Americas Region, you will have the opportunity to:

• Develop and implement comprehensive tax strategies that align with business objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and engage with tax authorities to drive business growth and optimize our tax position.
• Stay current with industry best practices and incorporate them into our tax strategies.
• Seek opportunities for process improvement within the tax function and drive change.

Work Environment and Company Culture

At Teleperformance, we pride ourselves on our dynamic and inclusive work environment. As a global leader in business process outsourcing, we offer a collaborative and supportive culture that encourages innovation, creativity, and growth. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to providing a work environment that is engaging, challenging, and rewarding.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• A comprehensive health and wellness program.
• A 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic and inclusive work environment.

Conclusion

If you are a motivated and experienced tax professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for the Senior Vice President, Tax Strategy and Planning – Americas Region position. With your expertise and our commitment to growth and development, we can drive business success and optimize our tax position. Apply now and join our team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences and driving business growth.

Ready to Apply?

If you are a motivated individual ready to contribute to a thriving team, we encourage you to apply now! We are excited to review your application.