Syngenta is a leading company in the agricultural sector aimed at improving global food security by helping millions of producers make more efficient use of available resources. Through first-class science and innovative solutions for crops, our 28,000 employees in more than 90 countries work to transform agricultural production. We are committed to recovering land on the edge of degradation, improving biodiversity and revitalizing rural communities.

Location:

Ciudad de México - México

 Make the difference:

You will be part of Finance team and will support the area

Through the values Passion for customers, How Matters and Determined Execution you will live and experience more of us.

Here is how this role will be critical to our business:

• Manage Mexican tax affairs and tax compliance obligations in rapidly changing tax regulatory and business environment and ensure compliance with applicable tax policies and procedures
• Ensure close collaboration and engagement with local country Business and Finance organization as well as regional and global Group Tax function including Transfer Pricing and Tax Reporting operations, maintaining a highly compliant culture through continuous improvement and engagement with internal & external stakeholders
• Monitor and manage the profit level of Mexican Syngenta entities in cooperation with global Transfer Pricing team
• Support in positioning the global tax strategy and risk management framework in Mexico
• Support Head of Tax in special corporate projects like M&A, divestments, capital injections, dividend distribution
• Represent Group Tax in leadership meetings, , risk committees and other senior management forums
• Monitor external regulatory and internal business developments and initiatives to ensure tax compliance and mitigate tax risks for the Group
• Support tax audits / litigations and actively contribute to the building/maintenance of strong and positive relationship with local tax authorities and external advisors
• Build, lead and develop a fit-for-purpose Mexican tax team, thriving to provide value and advice to the business while keeping high level of regulatory tax compliance.

At Syngenta Group we are highly people focused – we look for professionals who are engaged, collaborative and excellent in execution. Leaders are expected to communicate effectively, develop teams and lead by example. Our industry and our function are changing rapidly so we are looking for new team members with a strong desire to develop themselves.

It is indispensable for this position:

• Expert knowledge in Mexican (must) and international (plus) tax matters, gained in one of the Big4s, ideally combined with inhouse experience in a multinational company.
• Strong finance, statutory accounting and tax reporting knowledge; and understanding of underlying operational processes, system and data requirements.
• Experience in Agri business sector would be a differentiator.
• Fluent Spanish and English is a must; knowledge of other languages is advantage.
• Proven team player and people leader with the motivation and skill to drive and improve our Tax function.
• Leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Comfortable to deal with stakeholders at different levels in the organization.
• Strong and effective communication in relation to key stakeholders, including senior managers at local, regional and global levels.
• Building trusted relationships in a complex matrix organization.
• Can-do mindset to identify and solve problems

Be part of the Syngenta Group Experience

• Competitive salary and attractive benefits

• Dynamic and international environment

• Modern office environment and collaboration tools

• Forward thinking policies (e.g. remote working, career breaks)

• Support personal development in a diverse and inclusive environment

Important

Beyond just believing in the power of diversity, Syngenta Group promotes an inclusive culture that includes differences in all its forms. We believe that the feeling of belonging allows people to become their best version, building an increasingly welcoming and productive environment.

All qualified candidates will be considered for our positions, without distinction of race, gender, age, nationality or disability.

Be part of a leading company that brings plant potential to life