Position summary
we are seeking an experienced and highly analytical tax manager to lead the tax strategy and compliance efforts for a mexican-canadian automotive joint venture with multi-plant operations across mexico. This role will be responsible for overseeing national and international tax compliance, optimizing the import-export tax structure, and ensuring adherence to local and international fiscal regulations.
the ideal candidate will act as a key business partner to finance, operations, and supply chain leadership, and will manage relationships with sat, customs brokers, and external advisors.
key responsibilities:
* lead and oversee tax compliance processes including isr, iva, ieps, and state taxes across all 5 manufacturing sites.
* manage foreign trade and import-export tax matters, including immex, prosec, and certified company programs.
* ensure full compliance with mexican tax laws, canada-mexico bilateral agreements, and oecd transfer pricing guidelines .
* coordinate and oversee the preparation and timely filing of monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns.
* identify opportunities for tax optimization and lead implementation of best practices.
* collaborate with customs brokers and trade compliance teams to support smooth and compliant cross-border operations.
* support audits and manage relationships with tax authorities (sat) and external consultants.
* prepare tax impact analyses for new investments, plant expansions, or changes in supply chain configuration.
* maintain up-to-date knowledge on changes in tax legislation and recommend corresponding adjustments to internal policies.
* ensure accurate and timely tax accounting and reporting for internal and external stakeholders, including canadian parent company requirements.
qualifications:
* bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field (public accountant preferred).
* minimum 7 years of progressive experience in tax management, ideally in multinational manufacturing companies.
* proven experience managing import/export tax matters, including immex and customs procedures.
* strong knowledge of mexican tax law, cross-border transactions, and transfer pricing .
* familiarity with automotive industry supply chains and compliance frameworks is highly desirable.
* strong leadership and communication skills; ability to influence across functions and levels.
* fluent in spanish and english (written and spoken).
preferred certifications:
cpa, cffim (certificación fiscal y financiera en materia de comercio exterior), or equivalent.