Tax Specialist

Energean is an independent E&P company focused on developing resources in the Mediterranean and UK North Sea. With presence in nine countries Energean is operating production, development and exploration assets with an excellent HSE track record. 

The company has an approximately 70% gas weighted portfolio with more than 800 MMboe 2P reserves and 2C resources and our flagship development assets are the multi-tcf Karish, Karish North and Tanin gas fields, offshore Israel. 
Energean is committed to sustainable development and to be a net zero emitter by 2050 contributing to the global net zero target. The company also strives to meet United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals through its day-to-day operations and a wide range of corporate social responsibility initiatives. 
Being an equal opportunity employer and valuing diversity Energean does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.  

Summary:

We’re looking for a Tax specialist who will be part of the Italian tax department, working in tandem with our accounting and finance departments. In this role, the tax specialist will help design and implement tax policies and strategies, ensure compliance with relevant statutes and regulatory codes. The role also requires tax planning and reporting, including preparation and filing of tax returns. The ideal candidate is an analytical, detail-oriented professional who enjoys solving complex tax-related issues.

Key Accountabilities:

• Support the Tax Manager with the financial reporting including the preparation of the tax computations, current and deferred taxes for the annual and interim financial statements.
• Prepare the annual corporate income tax returns of the company (Ires, Irap and CNM) and ensure compliance with tax reporting and tax payments.
• Prepare the withholding tax return  on financial flows (dividend, interest and royalties).
• Prepare the quarterly VAT communications (LIPE), annual VAT return, Intrastat and manage quarterly and annual VAT refunds with the Italian Tax Authorities.
• Calculate  real estate taxes and ensure the related payments are made on time.
• Prepare, process, and maintain paperwork related to all aspects of the accounting cycle, culminating in the preparation and filing of tax returns.
• Confirm the accuracy of records and documents related to tax reporting and preparation.
• Remain up to date with changes in the tax and accounting laws.
• Conduct research on tax compliance issues at the local and national levels.
• Assist and collaborate with the accounting team on work activity for achieving accurate and efficient tax entries in the ERP system (S4 Hannah).
• Assist and support the Group’s finance department with all tasks and ad hoc assignments related to tax.
• Assist the accounting team with the intercompany reconciliations and support the external advisor to prepare the local transfer pricing files.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Proven track record as a tax specialist or analyst, with 3-5 years of experience in tax compliance & tax reporting in a large company, Big 4 or reputable Italian tax practice.
• Deep knowledge of the Italian tax legislation and accounting environment, including international reporting standards (IAS/IFRS).
• Knowledge of SAP S4 system.
• Experience in managing extensive volumes of accounting paperwork for a corporation or large organization.

Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with written and spoken fluency in both Italian and English.
• Well organized, detail-oriented and team player.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate across teams.
• Proficiency with relevant accounting software.

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This role is being handled by the Energean recruitment team and no agency contact is required.