Context & Environment

This position will be accepting applications until Friday, November 22, 2024.

The Tax Accountant will be directly involved in tax aspects resulting in recurrent contact with internal and external parties in these areas; being involved in the use of tax agencies' internet platforms: 1) For Departamento de Hacienda de Puerto Rico use Sistema Unificado de Rentas Internas (SURI), 2) For Internal Revenue Service we use "Electronic Funds Transfer Payment Systems (EFTPS), 3) For Departamento de Desarrollo Economico y Comercio de Puerto Rico we use Single Business Portal (SBP), 4) For US Virgin Islands Departamento fo Licensing and Consumer Affairs and use Department of Licensing website.

Activities

To support the department the Network team he/she will be working to meet the department's milestones by:

Tax Compliance:

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual tax returns for corporations, ensuring compliance with both United States Virgin Islands (USVI) and Puerto Rico tax laws.
• Manage tax filings related to Puerto Rican tax incentives, including applications and ongoing compliance for tax exemptions.
• Prepare Puerto Rican excise tax, IVU (sales tax), and payroll tax filings under the guidance of Manager/Senior.
• Prepare the following tax forms Corporate Income Tax Returns, Volume of Business (VOB), and CRIM tax forms, for both sites.
• Ensure monthly tax compliance and tax and regulatory forms are complete while meeting defined deadlines.
• Prepare annual reports and informative returns.

Tax Planning and Consulting:

• Provide tax advice to cross-functional departments such as legal, sales, and accounting, particularly around Sales and Use Tax and tax withholding at source rules.
• Identify opportunities for tax minimization and efficiency.
• Perform tax research on Puerto Rican and U.S. tax issues using external tools.
• Assist senior tax professionals in researching local tax incentives and credits and ensuring compliance with new tax regulations.

Audit Support:

• Assist in preparing tax audits and responding to inquiries from the Puerto Rico Hacienda, USVI Bureau of Internal Revenue, or U.S. IRS.
• Coordinate with management on audit strategies and responses.

Other

• Support the development of new project for the area.
• Proactively support the resolution of discrepancies with related entities.
• Other tasks as assigned by management.

To support our Finance department operations while performing the tasks mentioned above, the Tax Accountant will be working in an environment that:

• This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment (Office Environment).
• 90% of the work is performed using a computer.

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:

• Ability to analyze complex tax situations, identify key tax issues and propose effective solutions.

Communication and Skills:

• Strong ability to communicate tax-related issues to non-tax professionals, including senior management, in a clear and concise manner.

Attention to Detail:

• Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in tax calculations, filings, and compliance procedures.

Candidate Profile

The requirements for this position are as follows:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• A CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license or in-pursuit is preferred, not necessary.
• 2-4 years of experience in tax preparation, compliance, and consulting, preferably with experience in both Puerto Rican and U.S. federal tax matters.
• Proficiency in SAP is strongly preferred.
• Experience working in a public accounting firm or a similar position at a multinational corporation
• Familiarity with Puerto Rico tax laws, tax incentives, local corporate income tax, sales and use tax (IVU), and excise taxes.
• Knowledge of tax software (e.g., Expert Tax). Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Excel.
• Understanding of U.S. GAAP and IFRS as applicable to tax.
• Understanding of ASC 740 (accounting for income taxes)
• Proficiency in preparing tax returns for corporations including that subject to Puerto Rico's tax regime.
• Bilingual proficiency (English and Spanish) is typically required, as tax documentation and communication may occur in both languages.
• EA (Enrolled Agent) or specialized tax certifications are welcomed.

At TotalEnergies Marketing Puerto Rico (TEMPR), we like to create something special for our team members. Work is why we're here, but the benefits are important as well:

• Health Insurance (Health & Dental)
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Savings Retirement Plan (match dollar to dollar) up to 7%
• Holidays
• Teleworking policy based on job position.
• Among others

TotalEnergies Marketing Puerto Rico requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by the first day of work. We will require you to provide a copy of your COVID-19 Vaccination Record Card.

In general, people are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after their second dose in a two-dose series, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson's Janssen vaccine.

TotalEnergies Marketing Puerto Rico may provide vaccination exemptions for medical reasons or religious belief. This exemption will be evaluated accordingly.

To learn more about our company and the latest updates, remember to visit our website: www.totalenergies.com.pr

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and take Affirmative Action to recruit Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

Additional Information

TotalEnergies values diversity, promotes individual growth and offers equal opportunity careers.

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TotalEnergies Marketing Puerto Rico is a French company with a presence in Puerto Rico since 2004, consolidating its offer in the fuels and lubricants business, including an aviation terminal in St. Thomas. The company has 200 service stations between Puerto Rico and the island of St. Thomas; and 68 convenience stores under the Bonjour brand. TotalEnergies Marketing Puerto Rico is the leader in the commercial and industrial sector of fleet management solutions, through the TotalEnergies Fleet Card, which seeks to accompany the client in optimizing their operations. In addition, a wide range of products and services is offered in the lubricants segment, with high-performance levels to extend the life of your equipment/auto and reduce fuel consumption. Our employees and customers are an integral part of our operation for its success.