Global Process Owner - Pune, India - NielsenIQ

Description

The Tax Global Process Owner at NIQ will spearhead our endeavors in centralizing and streamlining our income tax and indirect tax processes within our Global Finance Operations Center. This strategic role is tasked with supporting the execution of transferring income tax and indirect tax activities to our centralized location, ensuring that these processes comply with legal standards, operate with maximum efficiency, and align with our global tax strategy. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Income Tax Lead and Indirect Tax Lead in Global Finance Operations team to facilitate this transition and to drive continual process enhancements. This pivotal position reports directly to the Finance Operations Leader and plays a key role in optimizing our tax operations on a global scale.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning and Execution: Lead the strategic planning and execution for the centralization of income tax and indirect tax processes to the Finance Operations Center.
• Process Optimization: Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies in the tax domain and implement solutions that enhance accuracy and compliance while reducing operational costs.
• Compliance and Alignment: Ensure all tax processes comply with international tax laws and regulations, and align with NIQ's global tax strategies and standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Income Tax and Indirect Tax Leads in Finance Operations to coordinate the transition of tax activities to a centralized location and to ensure seamless operational continuity.
• Stakeholder Management: Engage with key stakeholders across finance and operations to ensure transparency, gather support, and align tax process optimization efforts with broader business objectives.
• Reporting and Analysis: Provide regular updates to Finance Operations Leadership on the progress of transition activities, including challenges, successes, and strategic recommendations for ongoing process improvements.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and develop teams within the Finance Operations to build expertise in tax processes and foster a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Taxation, Accounting, Finance, or related field. A professional certification (CPA, CA, CTA) in taxation is required.
• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive experience in tax management, with a proven track record in process optimization and project management within a global organization. Experience in finance operations in centralized locations environment is preferred.
• Tax Expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of international tax regulations, income tax, and indirect tax processes, with the ability to strategize and implement effective tax solutions.
• Tax Technology: Utilize knowledge and exposure to tax technology solutions (e.g., OneSource Tax Provision, OneSource Indirect Tax Determination, Vertex) and other automation tools (e.g., Alteryx, PowerBI) to enhance automation, accuracy, and efficiency within income tax and indirect tax processes.
• Strategic Thinking: Strong strategic planning and execution skills, with the capability to lead complex projects and transition initiatives in a global setting.
• Leadership and Team Development: Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams, driving operational excellence and process innovation.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across different levels of the organization and with external partners.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Abilities: Advanced analytical skills, with a keen eye for identifying process inefficiencies and the creativity to solve complex problems effectively.
• Adaptability and Resilience: Ability to adapt to changing tax laws and business requirements, and to manage challenges resiliently in a dynamic global business environment.

Our Benefits

At NIQ, we're dedicated to providing more than just a job—we offer you the opportunity to own your story. As part of our team, you'll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and career development. From comprehensive healthcare packages to opportunities for ongoing learning and advancement, we're committed to helping you thrive. Join us and experience Life at NIQ

• Comprehensive Health Care and Life Insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) - NIQ offers support to all associates and their families for their emotional well-being trough professional, timely and confidential counselling services on issues related to everyday concerns & problems, overcome emotional challenges, and maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle.
• Best-in class Diversity & Inclusion program with opportunity to join one of our Employee Resource Groups
• Free LinkedIn Learning access that helps you discover and develop business, technology-related, and creative skills through over 20,000courses available in 7 languages
• Access to formal mentoring program
• Pension plan
• Parental Leave
• Vacation and Volunteer time off
• Flexible working environment hybrid policy

About NIQ

NIQ is the world's leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full ViewTM.

NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world's population. For more information, visit

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Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

NIQ is committed to reflecting the diversity of the clients, communities, and markets we measure within our own workforce. We exist to count everyone and are on a mission to systematically embed inclusion and diversity into all aspects of our workforce, measurement, and products. We enthusiastically invite candidates who share that mission to join us.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, protected veteran status or any other protected class. Our global non-discrimination policy covers these protected classes in every market in which we do business worldwide.

Learn more about how we are driving diversity and inclusion in everything we do by visiting the NIQ News Center:

About NIQ

NIQ is the world's leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full ViewTM.

NIQ, is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world's population. For more information, visit

Want to keep up with our latest updates?

Follow us on: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

NIQ is committed to reflecting the diversity of the clients, communities, and markets we measure within our own workforce. We exist to count everyone and are on a mission to systematically embed inclusion and diversity into all aspects of our workforce, measurement, and products. We enthusiastically invite candidates who share that mission to join us.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, protected veteran status or any other protected class. Our global non-discrimination policy covers these protected classes in every market in which we do business worldwide.

Learn more about how we are driving diversity and inclusion in everything we do by visiting the NielsenIQ News Center:

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