Income Tax Team Lead

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 View™.

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 NIQ.com.

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The Income Tax Team Leader at NIQ will oversee the preparation, analysis, and filing of income tax returns and ensure compliance with tax regulations across all jurisdictions in which the company operates. Reporting to the Income Tax Global Lead, this role involves managing a team of tax professionals, coordinating with various internal departments, and implementing strategies to optimize the company’s tax position. The Income Tax Team Leader will play a crucial role in mitigating tax risks and ensuring accurate tax reporting.

Key Responsibilities

1. Income Tax Compliance: Manage the preparation and timely filing of federal, state, and international income tax returns to ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws and regulations.
2. Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of tax professionals, providing guidance and support to enhance their performance and professional development.
3. Tax Planning: Assist the Income Tax Global Lead in developing and implementing tax planning strategies to optimize the company’s tax position and minimize liabilities.
4. Audit Support: Coordinate and manage tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities, ensuring accurate and timely responses.
5. Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation of tax provisions for financial reporting purposes in accordance with accounting standards.
6. Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of tax reporting and compliance activities.
7. Risk Management: Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations, assess their impact on the company, and develop strategies to address potential tax risks.
8. Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with internal departments, including finance, accounting, and legal, to ensure accurate tax reporting and compliance.
9. Technology Utilization: Leverage tax software and other technology tools to streamline tax processes and improve data accuracy

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. An advanced degree such as a Master’s in Taxation or a related discipline is preferred. CPA or equivalent certification required.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in income tax compliance and planning, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of tax laws and regulations, as well as proficiency in tax preparation and financial reporting software (e.g., OneSource, CorpTax).
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead, manage, and develop a team of tax professionals.
• Analytical Skills: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex tax regulations and financial data.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate tax concepts to non-tax professionals.
• Detail-Oriented: High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and compliance.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement effective tax strategies that align with the company’s overall business objectives.
• Project Management: Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

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

Why NIQ India Private Limited is a Great Place To Work®
India continues to stand out as one of the largest and fastest-growing developing economies globally, offering NIQ a significant opportunity. It is imperative that we prioritize India as a key investment market, not only for our business growth but also for the personal and professional development of our team members. To fully harness the potential of this market, expand our operations effectively, and realize our growth objectives, we have developed an exciting plan tailored specifically for India. Together, we'll unlock the full potential of this thriving market, creating an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our collective success. Join us in envisioning the exhilarating journey and ambitious goals ahead.

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: https://niq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion/

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

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 View™. 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 NIQ.com

Want to keep up with our latest updates?

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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: https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion