Manager, International External Reporting, Tax Operations
Jetzt bewerben Später bewerben Job ID 10151141 Standort Mumbai, Indien Veröffentlichungsdatum 22/05/2026 Unternehmen The Walt Disney Company (Corporate)Job-Zusammenfassung:
About the role
We are seeking a detail‑oriented professional who can apply strong expertise in direct and indirect taxes, along with solid accounting knowledge, to support various EMEA and APAC tax compliance processes (Indirect Tax, US GAAP tax forecasting and provision processes, Operational Transfer Pricing). The ideal candidate will be proficient in taxation, MS Office, SAP, and possess strong communication skills.
In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high‑quality service and driving continuous improvement initiatives. You will foster collaboration within the team, providing coaching and constructive feedback to members in a small to medium‑sized group. Additionally, you will collaborate with cross‑functional teams and manage relationships at both the local (country) and often regional levels.
What will you do
This role requires a strong foundation in compliance, book closure activities, reconciliations, and tax-related competencies. As a Manager, you will be responsible for the following:
Process Ownership & Delivery
- Own delivery of assigned indirect tax compliance processes (e.g. VAT/GST returns, reconciliations, reporting packs)
- Coordinate direct tax operational inputs (e.g. provision data, TP support schedules)
- Ensure all deliverables are completed accurately and on time
- Act as primary reviewer for outputs prepared by Assistant Managers and external providers
Controls & Compliance
- Execute and monitor key controls within assigned processes
- Ensure documentation supports audit requirements and internal policies
- Identify and escalate risks, discrepancies, or process failures
- Support audit queries and information requests
Vendor Coordination
- Work closely with outsourced providers to manage day-to-day delivery
- Track SLAs, follow up on delays, and resolve operational issues
- Review vendor outputs and ensure quality standards are met
Stakeholder Management
- Liaise with internal stakeholders to gather inputs, clarify requirements, and resolve issues
- Provide updates on process status, risks, and performance metrics
- Support cross-functional collaboration with finance and tax teams
Continuous Improvement
- Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements
- Support implementation of automation and standardisation initiatives
- Maintain up-to-date process documentation and SOPs
Team Support
- Supervise and guide Assistant Managers
- Provide technical and process-related support
- Assist in training and onboarding activities
What will you bring
- Qualifications: Chartered Accountant (CA) Preferable, Bachelor’s/Master’s in Accounting
- Experience: Minimum 8+ years post-qualification, including in-house multinational tax operational experience; prior Big 4 experience strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in indirect tax compliance and governance, ideally within a multinational or shared services/outsourced environment.
- Solid understanding of international indirect tax rules (VAT/GST) and operational tax requirements.
- Experience with vendor/outsourced delivery models, performance management, and process improvement.
- Exposure to US GAAP tax provisioning, transfer pricing operational oversight, and managing audit support activities.
- Strong stakeholder management and leadership capabilities, with a commercial mindset and focus on cost optimisation.
What you need to know
- Working model: Hybrid in Mumbai.
- Team: Lead a team of 1-2 with the potential to grow.
- Role focus: Operational delivery, transformation, and governance.
Über The Walt Disney Company (Corporate):
Bei Disney Corporate erleben Sie, wie die Unternehmen hinter den starken Marken des Konzerns gemeinsam das innovativste, weitreichendste und am meisten bewunderte Entertainment-Unternehmen der Welt schaffen. Als Mitglied eines Konzernteams arbeiten Sie mit Weltklasse-Führungskräften zusammen, die mit innovativen Strategien dafür sorgen, dass The Walt Disney Company ihren Spitzenplatz in der Unterhaltungsbranche behält. Mischen Sie sich unter andere innovative Köpfe und helfen Sie den besten Geschichtenerzählern der Welt, unvergessliche Erinnerungen für Millionen von Familien rund um den Globus zu kreieren.
Über The Walt Disney Company:
Die Walt Disney Company ist zusammen mit ihren Tochtergesellschaften und verbundenen Unternehmen ein führendes, diversifiziertes internationales Familienunterhaltungs- und Medienunternehmen mit folgenden Geschäftsbereichen: Disney Entertainment, ESPN sowie Disney Experiences. Von seinen bescheidenen Anfängen als Zeichentrickfilmstudio in den 1920er Jahren bis zu seiner aktuellen Vorreiterrolle in der Unterhaltungsindustrie trägt Disney stolz sein Erbe weiter und bietet Geschichten und Erlebnisse von Weltklasse, die alle Familienmitglieder bezaubern. Disneys Geschichten, Figuren und Abenteuer erreichen Verbraucher und Gäste aus allen Teilen der Welt. Gemeinsam schaffen unsere Mitarbeiter und Darsteller aus Niederlassungen in über 40 Ländern der Welt Unterhaltungserlebnisse, die sowohl auf globaler Ebene als auch im heimischen Umfeld begeistern.
Diese Position ist bei Disney (India) Private Limited, das Teil eines Geschäftssegments ist, das wir The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) nennen.