Tax Specialist

Job Description

About the Position

We have an excellent opportunity available for a Tax Specialist to make a difference at Kraft Heinz Turkey. The Tax Specialist lies within the Controlling team and is based in our Istanbul (Akmerkez) Office. You’ll be working in a high-performing team, alongside peers always trying to reach the next level. You’ll be reporting into Tax Associate Manager.

In brief, you will be responsible for:

• •Support tax compliance obligations and follow up on tax compliance responsibilities
• •Prepare and support CIT, VAT, WHT and stamp duty declarations and filings in coordination with finance teams and tax advisors
• •Follow changes in local and international tax legislation and assess their potential impact on the business
• •Identify tax risks or uncertain issues and support the development of possible resolutions in coordination with local Finance teams and other relevant teams
• •Support and coordinate tax audits, including external and internal audits
• •Contribute to the improvement of tax compliance procedures and processes to mitigate tax risks and improve efficiency
• •Collaborate with the finance team on workflow and tax queries and participate in the monthly closing process, including supporting quarterly and year-end tax provision activities
• •Provide day-to-day tax support to business functions to help ensure compliance with local tax requirements
• •Prepare and submit e-ledger filings
• •Support and follow up the VAT refund process
• •Follow up the Investment Incentive Certificate process
• •Support the preparation of the Transfer Pricing Report in coordination with local/global tax advisors

What you bring:

• •2+ years of relevant tax experience, preferably including tax audit experience in a Big4 or reputable accounting/audit company
• •Bachelor’s degree or above in Economics / Finance / Business with a focus on Accounting/Tax
• •Good knowledge of Turkish accounting, tax legislation and practices
• •Advanced English skills
• •Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications
• •Professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA or other industry-recognized qualifications are a plus
• •Experience in the food manufacturing and/or agro-trading industry is preferred
• •SAP knowledge is preferred
• •US GAAP knowledge is preferred

About Us

The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.

No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 39,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do join our table and let’s make life delicious!

Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy and Collaboration

We're not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. We empower our people at every level – from entry-level intern to senior leader – to own their work. We share a responsibility to think like Owners – to be mindful of the collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz – which we apply to every situation, every day.

As part of Kraft Heinz, you're supported to grow and achieve. You’re expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every level – and you’ll be rewarded. You’re given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won’t do it alone. You’re supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress.

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Location(s)

Istanbul Branch

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes .