Senior Tax Specialist – LACAR Region

About the role

We are looking for a Senior Tax Specialist to lead all tax‑related activities for Alcon’s legal entities across the LACAR region. The role ensures compliance with local tax legislation and international standards (OECD/BEPS), mitigates tax risks and delivers high‑quality tax accounting and reporting.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and lead the tax reporting package in line with Alcon’s Manual of Accounting (IFRS) and global tax requirements.
• Oversee compliance for corporate income tax, indirect taxes, withholding taxes, stamp duties, capital gains, and transfer pricing.
• Collaborate with external tax advisors to align local tax laws and prepare transfer‑pricing documentation for LATAM countries.
• Act as the single point of contact for internal departments and external advisors, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Manage responses to tax authorities, handle legal tax processes and produce tax reconciliations.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors, resolve disputes and implement corrective actions.
• Document tax processes, policies and controls to support SOX certification and other compliance frameworks.
• Identify, monitor and report tax risks proactively.

Required profile

• University degree in Accounting or Finance; advanced degree in Tax or Accounting preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in tax compliance and tax accounting, preferably within a multinational medical or pharmaceutical company.
• Fluent English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams in a matrixed, multinational environment.

Required skills

• ERP systems – SAP or Oracle.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of IFRS, OECD/BEPS guidelines and SOX compliance.
• Transfer‑pricing methodology and documentation.

What we offer

• Career growth within a stable, global organization.
• Inclusive, diverse team with flexible hybrid work (3 days on‑site).
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Individual development plans and international exposure.