Senior Direct Tax Specialist

As a Senior Direct Tax Specialist at Shell Business Operations-DOT, your primary responsibilities include delivering timely and accurate tax calculations for direct and indirect taxes, preparing tax returns, and ensuring compliance with various tax regulations. You'll engage with different departments to resolve direct tax issues, manage tax accounts reconciliation, and support audits from internal and external authorities, making sure that Shell maintains its high standards in tax compliance.

To qualify for the Senior Direct Tax Specialist role at Shell, candidates should possess a university degree in Law, Economy, Finance, or Accounting. Additionally, a minimum of 5-6 years of experience in accounting or finance, preferably in a multinational setting, and at least 3-4 years focused on direct tax calculations and tax return preparation are essential. Fluency in English and Portuguese alongside excellent Excel skills is also a must.

Experience with major ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or JDE enhances your capabilities as a Senior Direct Tax Specialist at Shell Business Operations-DOT. These systems play a crucial role in streamlining tax calculations and reporting processes, giving you an edge in managing complex data efficiently, ensuring timely submissions, and navigating tax issues with greater agility.

Soft skills such as effective communication, stakeholder management, and the ability to work under time pressure are vital for a Senior Direct Tax Specialist at Shell. These competencies enable you to engage with colleagues across departments, address complex tax issues proactively, and support your team's objectives effectively, helping maintain Shell’s standing in the industry.

Absolutely! Shell values career progression and personal development. As a Senior Direct Tax Specialist, you will have opportunities to take on new challenges and responsibilities within the MDT team, including involvement in tax strategy development, which can lead to career advancements within the finance function at Shell.

When answering this question, highlight specific tasks you've managed within direct tax compliance, such as preparing tax returns or handling audits. Be prepared to discuss your familiarity with relevant regulations and how you’ve ensured lawful compliance in previous roles.

Discuss various methods you use to stay informed, such as subscribing to financial news outlets, participating in professional organizations, or taking continuing education courses. This shows your commitment to maintaining your expertise in direct tax.

Highlight your organizational skills and time management strategies. You might mention using project management tools or setting prioritization criteria to handle multiple deadlines effectively, ensuring that each task receives the attention it needs.

Share examples of past complicated tax issues you’ve dealt with and the methodologies you used to resolve them. Talk about collaboration with other teams, analyzing data thoroughly, or consulting with external advisors as part of your problem-solving process.

Outline your role in past financial audits and your contributions to success. Be specific about how you've supported auditors, prepared documentation, and ensured compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

Give examples of previous situations where you've successfully navigated stress. Discuss your approach to maintaining calm, staying organized, and communicating effectively with your team to ensure timely task completion.

Focusing on the tax accounting software you’ve used, explain how it has streamlined your processes. Discuss your proficiency with specific tools and how they have impacted your efficiency and accuracy in tax reporting.

Express your admiration for Shell's commitment to innovation and sustainability in the energy sector. Discuss how your career goals align with Shell's values and your eagerness to contribute to their tax compliance efforts.

Illustrate your methodical process, emphasizing the importance of attention to detail. Mention reviewing calculations, cross-checking data, and any tools you employ to maintain high accuracy levels in your work.

Provide a specific example where you identified inefficiencies in a process related to direct tax compliance. Explain the changes you implemented and the positive impact they had on accuracy and efficiency, demonstrating your proactive mindset.