About this role
<p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:10.0pt"><strong>About Grace </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:10.0pt">Grace, established in 1854, is a Standard Industries company and a leading global supplier of specialty chemicals and solutions that enable industries to enhance modern life. Our customers use our catalysts, engineered materials, process technologies and fine chemicals to manufacture everyday products – like renewable fuels, pharmaceuticals and food packaging – better, faster and smarter. Our thousands of employees work to harness the power of science for a better world at our global headquarters in Columbia, Maryland and locations worldwide. </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:10.0pt"><strong><br>Grace Global Business Services (GBS) </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:10.0pt">At Grace Global Business Services (GBS) in Manila, Philippines, our teams play a critical role in supporting the organization’s worldwide operations. For more than a decade, GBS has been a trusted partner, delivering expertise in shared services, process excellence, and digital enablement. Our team members support business lines and functions across Grace, including Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Procurement, Supply Chain and more.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black;font-size:10.0pt">At GBS, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact—working alongside global colleagues to help shape the chemical manufacturing industry. You’ll be part of a collaborative, team-oriented culture where safety comes first. We prioritize your well-being by offering competitive benefits and flexible working options that help you thrive. Here, you’ll find meaningful ways to grow your career, whether deepening your expertise in your field or exploring new roles.</span></p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Job Description</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Grace is seeking a Tax Supervisor to join our Tax team! This role reports to Finance Manager, Tax located at Manila, Philippines. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">The Tax Supervisor is responsible for supporting the tax planning, reporting and compliance operations as well as internal control activities performed in GBS Manila are delivered based on identified metrics. Responsible for the preparation and/or review of tax workpapers, filings and reporting activities which support the overall tax compliance and reporting. This position is expected to be a strong partner with the global corporate tax, and external auditors to support the business needs.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Responsibilities</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Oversee all GBS Indirect Tax processes.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Manage stakeholders and provide permanent solutions for all issue escalations</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Assist in establishing goals for the department and staff together with the Finance Manager, Tax and the Tax GPO</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Provide ongoing performance and development assessments of staff</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Manage or participate on special projects as needed</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Prepare and review data for North America monthly tax compliance.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Manage US customer tax exemption certificates.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Lead and review supporting workbook calculation associated with Grace’s indirect tax compliance (both sales and use and property tax compliance) process.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Responsible for the computation of accruals and True Up for Property Tax.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Prepare and reconcile foreign VAT reports. Review supporting documentation for EMEA Value Added Tax (VAT) process.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Review and approve assigned EMEA VAT tax returns.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Provide timely and accurate reconciliation and support for Indirect Tax Accounts - monitor account activity, record tax related journal entries, maintain supporting documentation, and update roll </span><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">forward schedules.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">SAP postings for all necessary indirect tax calculations</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Lead the indirect tax controversy support.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Assist with providing documentation support related to indirect tax examinations.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Assist Finance Tax Manager with direct tax activities and/or special projects as assigned (including preparation and review) </span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Assist in the implementation of the tax technology tools supporting the global tax function.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Participate in continuous improvements to drive efficiencies, automation, and accuracy in the function.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Perform other duties as assigned.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Required Qualifications</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Bachelor’s/College Degree in Accountancy</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">6-8 years’ experience in a corporate tax department in a global shared service setup, including at least 2 years of experience in a people leadership capacity </span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Working knowledge of tax accounting, specifically Indirect Tax (US Sales and Use Tax and EMEA Value Added Tax)</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Excellent leadership, organizational verbal and written communication</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Must possess strong analytical skills, be highly organized, detail oriented, and prioritize projects as needed.</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Possess the ability to work independently and exercise own judgment.</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Knowledge on SAP or any ERP system</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Knowledge on Vertex or any indirect tax tools</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Proficient with Microsoft Office products, especially Excel</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Must be able to challenge process deficiencies and recommend improvements.</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Excellent interpersonal and communication skills</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Dynamic, flexible, and can thrive in a fast-paced environment.</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Ability to engage and work with individuals across functional teams at all levels within the organization.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Knowledge in advanced Excel functions and macros to streamline tax calculations and reporting processes.</span></li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Hands-on experience in automating tax processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.</span></li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Benefits</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Guaranteed 14th month Pay</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Above-market Retirement Plan Design</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">LinkedIn Learning Access</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Established Performance Incentive Program</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">HMO coverage for employees on day 1</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Free HMO coverage for up to 3 qualified dependents</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Educational Assistance</span></li> </ul></div></div></div><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Grace is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Grace via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Grace. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Grace as a result of the referral or through other means.</span></p>