Main Purpose:
In-house Tax department – Correctly discharge all Customs and Excise obligations, ensure full compliance with the rules & regulations and manage the Customs and Excise working capital position in the Puma Energy Group.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities, Key Responsibilities:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Global Customs Manager will work with both internal cross-functional partners within the business and with external partners and suppliers to ensure customs, excise and international trade compliance within Puma Energy globally, namely:
- Compliance Management:
- Ensure compliance with all applicable Customs and Excise laws and regulations, particularly excise tax, customs duties, and other similar indirect taxes;
- Monitor changes in Customs and Excise laws and regulations globally, assess their impact on the organization, and implement necessary adjustments to ensure compliance;
- Maintain Customs and Excise licenses, registrations and permits;
- Preparation and provision of training in Customs and Excise areas;
- Appointment and management of Customs Agents.
- Tax Planning and Strategy:
- Develop and implement tax planning strategies to optimize Customs and Excise positions, minimize tax liabilities, and identify tax-saving opportunities;
- Be the in-house Customs and Excise advisor for the Puma Energy Group;
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align tax planning initiatives with business objectives and ensure tax-efficient structures and transactions;
- Interpretation and implementation of International Trade Instruments, Trade Agreements, Economic Partnership Agreements, etc.
- Tax Reporting and Filings:
- Ensure all required documentation and supporting records are maintained according to each country prescription laws;
- Ensure that monthly, quarterly or annual Customs and Excise reconciliations are performed;
- Coordinate with accounting, finance and other teams to obtain necessary data for Customs and Excise reporting purposes.
- Tax Audits and Disputes:
- Manage and coordinate all audits and inquiries by Customs and Excise authorities;
- Respond to or assist the countries in responding to inquiries, providing requested information, and represent the organization in discussions with Customs and Excise Authorities;
- Prepare and defend tax positions during audits and resolve any disputes or controversies in collaboration with legal and tax advisors.
- Process Improvement:
- Continuously assess and enhance internal processes, systems, and controls to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and compliance;
- Formalization and operationalizing of the Group’s Customs and Excise Policies;
- Documentation of procedures and mapping of flows;
- Identify opportunities for automation and technology adoption to streamline Customs and Excise related workflows and reporting;
- Keep updated on global developments at international bodies (WCO, WTO, OECD, etc.).
In Addition:
- Maintain relations with Customs and other relevant Authorities;
- Weekly Management Reporting;
- Advise and monitor on all new product flows globally.
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:
- A high level of internal and external communication skills;
- Relationship building with both internal and external partners;
- A large amount of cross department data sharing;
- Needs to develop a good working relationship with third parties and external bodies such as local Chambers of Commerce, Industry Bodies and local customs authorities;
- Required to provide support to from both a strategic / projects perspective and also day-to-day operational issues and challenges;
- A willingness to travel to different countries;
- Structured and organized approach;
- Able to work under pressure;
- Team player.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Self-starter
- Hands-on
- Attention to detail
- Assertive
- Tenacious
- Good communication skills
- Cope under pressure
- Strong lateral thinking and problem-solving skills
Requirements:
- A degree in Law, Tax or Accounting;
- 10+ years’ experience in Customs and Excise;
- Experience in different jurisdictions a major advantage;
- Experience in the oil industry a major advantage;
- Background in Accounting (Big Four), Legal professions and/or Tax Authority experience an advantage.
Key Relationships and Department Overview:
- External Stakeholders – Tax and Customs and Excise Authorities, Tax Consultants and Lawyers, Clearing Agents, transporters, Government Departments, etc.;
- Internal Stakeholders – Tax, Finance, Supply, Legal, Traders, Business Development, Logistics, Transport teams, etc.
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