Senior Manager – International Taxation

About the role

SITA is looking for a seasoned international tax professional to lead direct and indirect tax matters across the USA and Canada. Reporting to the Group Head of Tax, you will shape tax strategy, protect value and ensure compliance within a multinational environment.

Key responsibilities

• Advise on tax planning strategies to optimise the effective tax rate.
• Identify, plan and execute international tax projects.
• Provide tax consulting and compliance expertise to business units.
• Review and approve tax aspects of specific projects.
• Influence financial policies from a tax perspective.
• Support tax accounting, provision calculations and financial‑statement disclosures.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws across assigned regions and projects.
• Assist corporate control in managing tax compliance.
• Defend SITA’s tax positions during audits.

Required profile

• Minimum 7 years post‑qualification experience in tax analysis.
• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Accounting or Tax.
• Extensive experience in both direct and indirect taxes, preferably from a major firm or multinational.
• Strong expertise in corporate income tax compliance for the USA and Canada.
• Deep knowledge of GST and withholding‑tax regulations.
• Excellent analytical abilities and proficiency in data analysis.
• Fluent English with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel for data analysis.
• Familiarity with general‑ledger systems such as Oracle.
• Experience with tax‑engine platforms like OneStream.
• Knowledge of GST and withholding‑tax regulations.

What we offer

• A diverse, inclusive environment operating in over 200 countries.
• Comfortable and modern office spaces.
• Opportunities to work with cross‑border teams on complex tax issues.