Senior Manager - Tax (Technology, Compliance & Data)

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AB InBev GCC was incorporated in 2014 as a strategic partner for Anheuser-Busch InBev. The center leverages the power of data and analytics to drive growth for critical business functions such as operations, finance, people and technology. The teams are transforming Operations through Tech and Analytics.

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Job Description

Job Title: Senior Manager - Tax (Technology, Compliance & Data)

Location: Bangalore (Onsite)

Reporting to: Director Finance Ops EUR

PURPOSE OF ROLE

The Senior Manager Tax (Technology, Compliance & Data) leads the organizations tax compliance agenda, defines and supports tax strategy and enables transformation through technology and data. The role prioritizes regulatory compliance, strengthens strategic tax decisionmaking and modernizes tax operations using technology, data and analytics to enhance reporting accuracy, risk management and operational efficiency. The position works collaboratively with global tax teams, finance, IT and external advisors to build scalable and compliant tax processes.

KEY TASKS AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

In close collaboration with global and regional Tax teams, Finance, IT and internal and external stakeholders, the Senior Manager will be accountable for the following:

Tax Compliance & Risk Management

• Lead and oversee the timely, accurate preparation, review and submission of direct and indirect tax filings across applicable jurisdictions.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations and evaluate their impact on tax processes, systems and data requirements.
• Design, implement and maintain tax controls, policies and standard operating procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and mitigate operational and compliance risks.
• Partner with business and finance teams to identify tax risks arising from business activities and support effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Support internal and external audits by providing clear documentation, data and explanations related to tax compliance processes and systems.

Tax Strategy, Data & Decision Support

• Establish and strengthen tax data governance, data quality and control frameworks to support compliance, reporting and audit readiness.
• Own and enhance tax data models to ensure consistency, accuracy and auditability across systems and reporting cycles.
• Enable the use of tax data and analytics to support insights, forecasting, risk assessment and strategic decisionmaking.
• Translate regulatory and business requirements into structured data and reporting solutions that support both compliance and strategic objectives.
• Communicate complex tax, data and regulatory topics clearly to senior stakeholders, including nontax audiences.

Tax Technology & Transformation

• Lead tax technology initiatives, including the design, implementation and optimization of tax systems, tools and automation solutions.
• Drive endtoend transformation of tax processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, control and scalability.
• Act as a key interface between Tax and Technology teams, translating tax and compliance requirements into effective system and data solutions.
• Oversee integrations between ERP platforms (e.g., SAP) and tax reporting, compliance and analytics tools to ensure seamless data flows.
• Manage multiple tax technology and compliance projects simultaneously, ensuring delivery within agreed scope and timelines.
• Coordinate with external service providers, consultants and technology vendors to support transformation initiatives.

Leadership & Capability Building

• Provide technical guidance, coaching and mentoring to team members within the tax technology, compliance and data domains.
• Contribute to building a futureready tax function by promoting best practices, innovation, standardization and continuous improvement.
• Foster strong collaboration across global and regional teams to embed scalable, sustainable and compliant tax processes.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Tax, Accounting, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Professional qualification such as CA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent is preferred.

Experience:

• 8-15 years of experience in tax, tax technology, compliance, or transformation roles, preferably in a multinational environment.
• Demonstrated experience in tax compliance for corporate and/or indirect taxes across multiple jurisdictions.
• Strong hands-on experience with tax technology solutions, ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and data management or reporting tools.
• Proven track record of leading or contributing to tax transformation or automation initiatives.

Technical/Functional Skills:

• Strong understanding of tax processes, controls and regulatory requirements.
• Solid knowledge of tax data flows, systems architecture and data governance concepts.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and data integrity.
• Ability to manage ambiguity, prioritize effectively and handle multiple initiatives in parallel.

Communication & Collaboration

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax and technology topics clearly.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to work effectively across functions and geographies.
• Proactive, structured and improvement-oriented mindset.

Working Relationships

• Internal: Global and regional Tax teams, Finance, IT, Legal, Business stakeholders
• External: Tax advisors, auditors and technology vendors

And above all of this, an undying love for beer!

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