Head of Tax

Welcome to PXGEO

PXGEO is an innovative marine geophysical service provider combining the strengths of ocean bottom and towed streamer seismic data acquisition techniques to deliver seamless subsurface imaging for a sustainable future.

Whats the role

The Head of Tax is responsible for setting and executing the Companys tax strategy across its entities and PEs providing a highlevel oversight of all direct and indirect tax matters including corporate income tax VAT employment and mobile workforce taxation and crossborder withholding tax. The position holder will play a key role in supporting global operations ensuring compliance with international tax frameworks including OECD and BEPS requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop lead and continuously refine the Companys tax strategy balancing compliance operational efficiency and longterm value creation.
• Deliver strategic tax structuring advice and risk assessments for international seismic exploration projects and countryspecific entry plans.
• Ensure robust risk management and governance frameworks are in place to anticipate and mitigate tax exposure providing guidance on tax risk and optimization opportunities.
• Continuously drive process improvements within the tax function embedding best practices across the organization.
• Monitor tax developments and assess their impact on the Companys operations. Proactively engage with advisors and authorities as needed to ensure the Companys interests are represented and safeguarded.

Who are we looking for

• Bachelors degree in Law Economics or Accounting is required; Masters Degree in Tax or CPA (Certified Public Accountant) is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years experience in either a major accounting firm a large corporate tax department/s or within a relevant government tax office.
• Previous experience of permanent establishment taxation tax treaty application and transfer pricing.
• Extensive experience of global offshore tax issues (e.g. from the seismic or other offshore industries) and crossborder operations.
• Strong communication problem solving analytical and research skills with the ability to translate complex tax issues into clear business impacts.
• Highly proactive commercially minded and solutionsoriented.

Required Experience:

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