Manager; International Tax Compliance

About Us

Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation is a US subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz Group AG, one of the most successful automotive companies. With Mercedes-Benz AG, the Group is one of the leading global suppliers of premium and luxury cars and vans. Mercedes-Benz Mobility AG offers financing, leasing, car subscription and car rental, fleet management, digital services for charging and payment, as well as innovative mobility services. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation (MBNAC) operates as a holding company for all Mercedes-Benz Group entities in the United States of America. MBNAC provides services to Mercedes-Benz Group subsidiaries in North America in areas such as Treasury, Tax, Accounting, Corporate Communications, Government Relations, Legal, and Human Resources.

Responsibilities

• Canadian Corporate Income Tax Compliance (25%)
  • Manage the Canadian corporate income tax compliance process for Mercedes-Benz Canadian entities.
  • Ensure accurate and timely preparation and filing of Canadian corporate income tax returns and related tax elections.
  • Assess the impact of legislative changes and oversee tax payments, refund claims, and tax account reconciliations.
• Canadian Tax Accounting & Provisions (20%)
  • Manage the Canadian tax accounting function and review quarterly and annual tax provisions prepared in accordance with IFRS and IAS 12.
  • Review deferred tax calculations, effective tax rate analyses, and financial statement disclosures.
  • Ensure accurate reporting of tax positions and tax accounting matters.
  • Support statutory financial reporting requirements for Canadian entities.
  • Coordinate provision-to-return analyses, tax account reconciliations, and supporting documentation for internal and external audit requirements.
• Tax Audits & Controversy Management (15%)
  • Lead Canadian tax audit and controversy matters for Mercedes-Benz Canadian entities.
  • Manage communications with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and other tax authorities, including coordinating responses to information requests, examinations, and audits.
  • Participate in audit defense strategies, collaborate with external advisors, and evaluate potential tax exposures.
• Transfer Pricing (15%)
  • Manage U.S. and Canadian transfer pricing compliance and documentation processes for Mercedes-Benz North America and Mercedes-Benz Canadian entities.
  • Coordinate the maintenance of transfer pricing documentation to ensure compliance with OECD and local jurisdiction requirements.
  • Collaborate with business and finance teams on intercompany transactions and manage responses to transfer pricing audits and inquiries from tax authorities.
• International Tax Reporting & Withholding Taxes (10%)
  • Manage U.S. and Canadian withholding tax compliance obligations, including the review of cross-border payments, treaty-based withholding tax analyses, and related reporting requirements.
  • Support compliance with international information reporting regimes, including FATCA and the Common Reporting Standard (CRS).
  • Ensure timely and accurate maintenance of IRS Forms W-8 and related documentation.
• U.S. International Tax Compliance (10%)
  • Manage U.S. international tax compliance requirements, including protective filings, Tax Residency Certificate requests, FBAR filings, and related international reporting obligations.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external advisors to ensure compliance and mitigate tax risk.
• Advisory, Research & Business Support (5%)
  • Provide strategic tax advice to management, support business transactions and restructuring initiatives.
  • Identify tax planning opportunities and assess the impact of legislative developments on U.S. and Canadian operations as needed.

Why Work at Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation?

Working at Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to join an innovative team where you are valued for your contributions. As an employee, you will experience career development in a positive, employee-centric environment. We’re a global company that not only offers best-in-class products to our customers but also best-in-class benefits to our employees. Our employees experience a comfortable, friendly environment and a relaxed, inclusive culture.

Benefits

• Competitive salary plus an annual bonus based on company and/or personal performance.
• Vacation time plus fifteen (15) additional corporate holidays, allowing flexibility for personal or religious observances.
• Mercedes-Benz Employee Lease Program—all employees eligible to participate.
• Outstanding medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus employer-paid short- and long-term disability.
• On-site exercise facilities.
• Generous paid Family Leave Programs: six weeks for new parents; adoption expense reimbursement up to $6,000 per child.
• Tuition Assistance Scholar Program: up to $8,000 in vouchers for business-related coursework.
  • $6,000 for undergraduate
  • $8,000 for graduate
• Employee mobile phone option.
• Employee discounts.
• Health and wellness initiatives.
• Employee events.
• Mobility offerings.
• Lifelong learning opportunities.
• Employee stock participation program.
• Flexible working hours.
• Company pension plan (betriebliche Altersversorgung).
• Coaching and professional development.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of application; visa sponsorship will be considered.
• Relocation assistance will be considered.
• Minimum of 10 years of overall work experience.
• Preferred experience includes:
  • 10+ years of work experience with a Big 4 or regional accounting firm and/or corporate tax department.
  • Knowledge of accounting for income taxes and corporate tax compliance.
  • Experience in a management role preferred.
• Education:
  • Bachelor’s Degree (accredited school) with emphasis in Accounting or Finance required.
  • MS in Taxation or Business or LLM in Tax preferred.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required.
• Additional Knowledge:
  • Knowledge of US tax law and tax compliance processes.
  • Understanding of IAS 12 and IFRS.
  • Ability to evaluate financial statement data, accounting transactions, and internal controls.
  • Ability to effectively research tax and tax accounting issues to determine treatment and impact.
  • Ability to lead a team in a time-constrained environment and work with cross-functional groups.
  • Knowledge of SAP, Corptax, Alteryx, Adobe, and Microsoft Office.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to solve problems and make decisions.