Ice Cream – ERP Direct Tax & Transfer Pricing Lead

Note: Deadline for applying is 23.59 the day before the Job Posting End Date. 

UNILEVER IS LOOKING FOR AN ICE CREAM – ERP Direct Tax & Transfer Pricing Lead

Location: The Netherlands (Amsterdam), UKI (100 VE)

Full-time: Yes

Local conditions apply  

For the recruitment of this position, we would like to emphasize that local conditions apply to the position and for this vacancy in principle we will consider candidates based in the set locations. If you are based outside of these locations and you are interested to apply, please feel free to do so but at this stage we will not take your application forward. We will only consider your application if a decision is made to also recruit outside of the set locations. 

ABOUT UNILEVER          

With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.    

At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don’t believe in the ‘one size fits all’ approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.    

We want our business to flourish, and we know that our success depends on others flourishing around us. That's why our purpose is to make sustainable living commonplace, and why sustainable, long-term growth is at the heart of our business model.   

ABOUT ICE CREAM: Life Tastes Better With Ice Cream 

 Unilever Ice Cream is the largest global Ice Cream Company in the world, with over 100 years of experience delivering a diverse range of indulgent, yet responsible, craft food experiences and treats delighting consumers. Committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability we have 35 brands, including 3 one billion Euro brands (Magnum, Wall’s, Ben & Jerry’s), a strong presence in over 60 countries, generating annual revenue of €8 billion. All brands are driven to transform moments into memories through indulgent yet responsibly made and marketed products. We have a well-developed strategy to deliver growth and value creation which is clear on where to play and how to win. 

We are investing to unlock the full growth potential of Ice Cream as a standalone entity, once we separate from Unilever, which is planned to happen by November 2025. Ice Cream has distinct characteristics from Unilever’s other operating businesses and the growth potential of Ice Cream will be better delivered under a different ownership structure.  

We turn the ordinary into the extraordinary by designing unique and innovative Ice Cream experiences that make life taste better, creating joyful experiences. In our Ice Cream business, we’re crafting the future through innovation and imaginative minds, creating unique products. We spark moments of happiness for people and within the communities where we operate. However, it is not as simple as it may seem. As Ice Cream makers we are serious about happiness. With warm hearts, we create the coolest products.  

JOB PURPOSE: 

Are you ready to lead the charge in transforming tax compliance for a dynamic, forward-thinking organisation? We are seeking an innovative and inspiring Tax Lead to spearhead the tax function within our ERP implementation project. This role is a unique opportunity to combine your system expertise, strategic vision, and passion for innovation to redefine how tax compliance and reporting are managed across global markets.

As the Tax Lead, you’ll work at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and expert collaboration, leveraging partnerships with leading outsource providers and driving a best-in-class approach to tax compliance. You will lead a transformative effort to ensure our systems and processes meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global tax landscape.

This role will exist for the project implementation duration, expected to be 2.5- 3 years.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reimagine Tax Processes:

• Lead the reinvention of tax workflows to align with industry-leading practices and emerging trends.

• Design scalable, automated solutions that enable accurate, real-time tax compliance across diverse jurisdictions.

• Embed Controls in the processes for integrity of Tax reporting & compliance and automate these to achieve high level efficiency.

• Drive a vision for tax excellence, leveraging the ERP system to unlock efficiencies and elevate operational standards.

Collaborate with the Best:

• Partner with expert outsource providers to tap into deep, market-specific tax knowledge.

• Ensure their insights are seamlessly integrated into the ERP system, aligning with business needs and compliance requirements.

• Build a collaborative ecosystem where internal teams and external partners work in unison to achieve tax compliance excellence.

Transform ERP Tax Capabilities:

• Drive standardized application of ERP’s enterprise structure and define tax Master data to address Global to Local needs and flexibility.

• Determine the role of tax engines (e.g., Vertex, Avalara, OneSource) across our ecosystem and lead the implementation of any selected into the ERP platform.

• Shape the ERP’s tax functionalities to anticipate regulatory changes and deliver actionable insights.

• Pioneer the use of technology like AI and data analytics to enhance forecasting, reporting, and compliance monitoring.

Lead the Compliance Evolution:

• Ensure the ERP system supports compliance with evolving tax laws, including VAT, GST, corporate taxes, and digital taxation requirements.

• Build proactive mechanisms to address regulatory changes, reducing risks and enhancing agility.

• Foster a culture of compliance excellence across the organization, ensuring tax integrity at every level.

Inspire Collaboration and Change:

• Serve as a thought leader and inspire teams across finance, IT, and operations to embrace tax transformation.

• Deliver training and knowledge-sharing sessions that empower teams to manage the new system with confidence.

• Advocate for continuous improvement, creating processes that evolve with the business and regulatory environment.

Test, Validate, Perfect:

• Lead rigorous testing and validation processes to ensure tax configurations deliver precise results.

• Address gaps and enhance system functionality to support seamless tax reporting and compliance at go-live.

Drive Strategic Impact:

• Act as the trusted tax advisor within the ERP implementation team, influencing critical decisions with strategic foresight.

• Identify opportunities for tax efficiencies, savings, and incentives that create value for the organization.

• Monitor global trends and leverage emerging opportunities to position the organization as a leader in tax compliance innovation.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

Vision and Expertise:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification preferred.

• 5+ years of experience in tax management, with a proven ability to drive innovation in global tax processes.

• Expertise in ERP implementations and tax technology solutions.

Strategic Insight:

• Good appreciation of global tax regulations, with a forward-looking approach to compliance challenges.

• Familiarity with tax automation tools and emerging technologies like AI and data analytics.

Collaborative Leadership:

• Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and inspire cross-functional teams.

• Experience working with external providers to achieve seamless integration of expert insights into operational processes.

WHAT DOES UNILEVER OFFER/WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?

Unilever is the place where you can be yourself and bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world. We offer an exciting & dynamic work environment where you can make things happen. Furthermore, we offer some great reward and benefits!

• Attractive total remuneration package; excellent company pension, bonus, share scheme.

• Flexible cross-disciplinary career opportunities and a wealth of training opportunities & wellbeing resources whenever and wherever.

• Plenty of company-paid holidays to further ensure your work-life balance is maintained.

• We encourage an inclusive culture, which comes to life with interchangeable public holidays, paid paternity leave of 6 weeks and our transgender policy.

• Under the Hybrid Working principles, you will be expected to spend a minimum of 40%-60% in the office or at customers, suppliers or partners to connect and collaborate.  For the time you work from home, we will ensure you are well equipped. When you are at the office , you can enjoy our tasty canteen with prepped food and own products.

• Informal culture and being the first one trying our new products. 

• My Fitness Plan (reduction on your Fitness Subscription).

• Home work allowance

• Company laptop and mobile phone

• Green Mobility Policy.   

EXCITED?  

Join Unilever and our team! To apply, you must do so online. Please do not forget to upload your CV and a motivation letter.  Your application will be reviewed against our requirements, and we will be in touch shortly after the closing date to provide you with an update on the status of your application.  

Looking forward to meeting you!    

Please note this is a Direct Search led by Unilever. Applications from agencies will not be accepted, nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs.   

Equal Opportunity Employer: Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, parenthood, pregnancy or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against.   

By highlighting the gender diversity at the workplace, Unilever encourages women equally men to apply. If you look for a job after a long career break or after any type of leave, do not hesitate to apply.  

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