Manager – Indirect Tax & Customs

Location: Head Office, Pakistan
Company: Nestlé Pakistan Limited

Main Purpose of the Role

Ensure timely and accurate compliance with indirect tax regulations, including preparation of tax returns, statutory reporting, customs classification, and processing of sales tax refunds while ensuring alignment with Nestlé policies and international accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities

Indirect Tax Compliance

• Validate and file sales tax returns, statements, and statutory reports accurately and on time.
• Ensure compliance with sales tax and customs regulations.
• Post required tax-related general ledger entries.

Sales Tax Refunds

• Prepare accurate sales tax refund claims with complete documentation.
• Maintain updated reconciliations and refund tracking.
• Coordinate with authorities to ensure timely refund processing.

Customs & Import Tax Management

• Determine correct H.S Codes for imports, exports, and local sales portfolio.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through optimal H.S classification and free trade agreements.
• Obtain approvals for duty drawback schemes and manage related audits.

Tax Audits & Litigation

• Manage tax audits, notices, and litigations with tax authorities.
• Coordinate with external tax consultants and legal advisors when required.

Tax Advisory

• Provide tax guidance to business teams on transactions and tax planning.
• Identify opportunities for tax optimization and cost savings.

Stakeholder Management

• Manage communication with tax authorities, auditors, consultants, and internal teams.
• Collaborate with finance, supply chain, and business controllers.

Reporting & Reconciliations

• Prepare local and international tax reporting.
• Perform quarterly reconciliation of Sales Tax GLs.
• Review tax information prepared by Nestlé Shared Service Centers to ensure accuracy.

Risk Management

• Conduct quarterly review of sales tax risk provisions.
• Ensure compliance with Nestlé Accounting Standards and International Accounting Standards.

Training & Awareness

• Conduct tax awareness sessions for internal stakeholders to reduce compliance risks.

Key Requirements

Education

• CA / CMA  / ACCA or equivalent qualification.

4-6 years of experience:

• Experience in indirect tax matters with FBR.
• Experience in MNC tax function or tax consultancy firm.
• Hands-on experience with FBR portal and tax filings.
• Experience in sales tax return preparation and refund processing.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of indirect tax laws and customs regulations.
• Understanding of sales and procurement processes.
• Familiarity with RCPS, RMS, and FBR portal systems.
• Strong analytical, Excel, and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.

Key Internal Stakeholders

• Taxation Team
• Business Controllers
• Decision Support
• Financial Services
• Accounts Receivable
• Supply Chain

Key External Stakeholders

• Tax Authorities
• External Auditors
• Tax Consultants