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Smith+Nephew Tax Manager (São Paulo)
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Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.   Role Overview: The Tax Manager will be primarily responsible for overseeing and executing all aspects of Indirect Taxes in Brazil, including ICMS, IPI, ISS, PIS/COFINS, and the upcoming CBS/IBS reform. This is a hands-on role requiring deep technical knowledge of indirect tax legislation, SPED compliance, and electronic invoicing (NF-e/NFS-e), along with the ability to lead projects and partner with business and IT teams. While the primary focus is Indirect Taxes, the role will also interact with Direct Tax areas (IRPJ, CSLL, transfer pricing, WHT) and thus a solid understanding of Brazil’s direct tax framework is desirable. What will you be doing? Indirect Taxes Daily Operations Invoice validation & issuance (NF-e / NFS-e / CT-e): Check if all electronic invoices comply with federal/state/municipal requirements; troubleshoot invoice rejections in SEFAZ portals. Tax coding of transactions: Apply correct CST/CFOP codes and NCM classification to ensure the right ICMS, IPI, PIS/COFINS, and ISS treatment. Calculation of credits and debits: Control ICMS credits (on purchases of goods/services, utilities, fixed assets) and PIS/COFINS non-cumulative credits. Verify eligibility and proper booking. Reconciliation of ledgers: Match GL postings with tax subledgers and SPED data to ensure integrity of balances for ICMS, IPI, PIS/COFINS, ISS. Monthly/Periodic Compliance SPED obligations: Prepare and submit EFD-ICMS/IPI, EFD-Contribuições, reconciling with accounting and NF-e bases. Municipal compliance: Handle ISS declarations in multiple cities (each with their own rules and systems). ICMS-ST & DIFAL calculations: Compute substitution tax (Substituição Tributária) and differential rate (DIFAL) for interstate transactions. Tax payment scheduling: Generate DARFs/DARFs numerados/GNREs and ensure timely payments at federal, state, and municipal levels. Audits Handle tax audits (fiscalizações), administrative/judicial defenses, and manage relationship with Receita Federal. Projects & Improvements ERP configuration: Work directly in TOTVS, to configure tax codes and test new rules (especially for CBS/IBS migration). Tax scenario testing: Create test transactions (domestic, imports, exports, services) to validate system tax outputs. Indirect tax automation: Implement tools to automate PIS/COFINS credit calculations, ICMS reconciliations, and SPED reporting. Monitor law changes: Track updates in ICMS protocols, municipal ISS rules, and CBS/IBS reform legislation, applying changes immediately in systems and compliance routines. Cross-Functional & Strategic Partner with supply chain, commercial, and legal teams to analyze tax impacts on contracts, pricing, and logistics (e.g., ICMS credits, destination-based taxation). Lead implementation of the new VAT system (CBS + IBS), including ERP configuration, testing, and compliance processes. Evaluate tax planning opportunities to optimize cash flow and effective tax rate, always ensuring compliance with Brazilian law. Skills & Competencies Deep technical expertise in Brazilian tax legislation (federal, state, and municipal)  Strong command of SPED reporting and digital obligations.  Hands-on approach: able to both design strategy and perform calculations, filings, and reconciliations. ERP knowledge: TOTVS Protheus Analytical mindset with the ability to solve complex tax and compliance issues  Strong communication skills to interface with auditors, consultants, and government authorities. Direct Taxes (Secondary / Nice to Have) Provide support in areas such as IRPJ, CSLL, withholding taxes (IRRF, CIDE, PIS/COFINS/CSLL on imports). Collaborate on LALUR/LACS maintenance and deferred tax calculations. Assist with transfer pricing calculations and documentation. What will you need to be successful? Bachelor’s degree in accounting or economics; post-graduate degree or MBA in Taxation highly preferred. At least 6 years of progressive experience in Brazilian taxation, ideally in medical devices industry and/or Big Four consulting. Proven track record managing direct and indirect product-related taxes in Brazil, including SPED obligations and NF-e processes. Experience in medical devices is desirable. Language: Intermediate level of English required. Spanish is a plus. This role requires the candidate to reside in São Paulo. Please upload your updated CV in English. You. Unlimited. We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.    Inclusion+belonging :   Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving, learn more about employee inclusion groups on   our   website   Other reasons why you will love it here!   •   Your savings:   food, meal, and transportation vouchers   • Your well-being:   legal, psychological, and financial   assistance , access to   Wellhub   and   Totalpass , life insurance, private pension plan, Care Plus , profit   sharing.   •   Flexibility : flexible hours, possibility of remote work depending on the role.   • Learning:   unlimited access to learning tools.   #LI-HYBRID #LI-MA1 Stay connected by joining our Talent Community . We're more than just a company - we're a community! Follow us on LinkedIn to see how we support and empower our employees and patients every day.    Check us out on Glassdoor for a glimpse behind the scenes and a sneak peek into You. Unlimited. , life, culture, and benefits at S+N. 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