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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; and
  • 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; and
  • 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; and
  • 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; and
  • 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; and
  • 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; and
  • Advise and monitor on all new product flows globally.

SKILSS & COMPETENCIES:

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; and
  • 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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