International Tax Specialist

## About the Role As a senior individual contributor within Group Finance, the International Tax Specialist will play a critical role in managing and coordinating direct and indirect tax matters across the international group perimeter. This will involve ensuring tax compliance, risk control, and sound tax governance in a complex multi-jurisdictional environment. The successful candidate will have high technical autonomy and responsibility, working closely with various stakeholders to identify and capitalize on tax optimization and incentive opportunities. The role will require a deep understanding of international tax law, including double tax treaties, transfer pricing, and VAT. The ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and provide pragmatic tax guidance on strategic projects will be essential. The International Tax Specialist will also act as a key tax partner for Finance, Legal, and business stakeholders, providing expert advice and support on tax-related matters. IOTA GROUP is a global company with a strong presence in over 150 countries, combining compliance, agility, and seamless local integration. The company delivers tailor-made solutions that help clients operate confidently across borders, whether through Employer of Record services, technical consulting, international payroll management, or global recruitment. ## What You Will Do - Coordinate corporate income tax compliance and withholding tax matters for international group entities - Identify and document key tax risks, including transfer pricing, substance, and VAT - Review current and deferred tax positions for group reporting - Act as group reference for VAT/GST, ensuring correct treatment of cross-border and intercompany flows - Coordinate and support tax audits and inspections, including CIT, VAT, and other local taxes - Support transfer pricing governance and documentation with external advisors - Review intercompany agreements and pricing models to ensure tax and VAT consistency - Support audit defense related to intercompany transactions - Contribute to group tax policies, standards, and audit readiness - Monitor tax law developments across key jurisdictions, including Switzerland, EU, UAE, Asia, and Africa - Oversee other local taxes, including payroll taxes, stamp duties, and local levies, in coordination with finance teams - Identify and support tax incentives and tax credit opportunities - Act as key tax partner for Finance, Legal, and business stakeholders - Provide pragmatic tax guidance on strategic projects, including new jurisdictions, restructuring, and contracts ## What We Are Looking For - Master's degree in Tax or Law, with a Swiss tax diploma or LL.M. in Tax being an advantage - 10 years of experience in international tax, with a proven ability to operate independently at the group level - Strong exposure to direct tax, indirect tax, and tax audits - Service-sector experience preferred, with knowledge of African tax environments being a strong asset - Solid expertise in international corporate tax, VAT in cross-border service models, double tax treaties, transfer pricing, and MDR knowledge - Familiarity with R&D tax credits and innovation incentives - Fluency in English and French, with additional languages being an asset - High level of autonomy and accountability, with a structured, risk-aware, and analytical approach - Ability to bridge technical tax topics and operational realities ## Nice to Have - Experience working with international tax software and systems - Knowledge of global tax trends and developments - Certification in tax or a related field - Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment - Strong communication and interpersonal skills ## Benefits and Perks - Permanent, full-remote position with a negotiable start date - Opportunity to work with a global company with a strong presence in over 150 countries - Competitive salary and benefits package - Chance to work on complex, multi-jurisdictional tax projects - Collaborative, dynamic work environment - Professional development and growth opportunities - Flexible working hours and remote work arrangement - Access to cutting-edge tax software and systems

- When applying for this role, be sure to highlight your experience working with international tax law, transfer pricing, and VAT.

• Showcase your ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and provide pragmatic tax guidance on strategic projects.
• Familiarize yourself with IOTA GROUP's global presence and tailor your application to demonstrate how your skills and experience align with the company's goals.
• Be prepared to discuss your experience working with tax software and systems, as well as your knowledge of global tax trends and developments.
• Emphasize your ability to work independently and autonomously, with a high level of accountability and a structured, risk-aware approach.
• Consider obtaining certification in tax or a related field to demonstrate your expertise and commitment to the field.
• Be prepared to provide specific examples of your experience working on complex, multi-jurisdictional tax projects and how you overcame any challenges that arose.