Chief Tax Compliance Officer

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Tax Analyst to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring full compliance with Brazilian direct tax regulations and supporting the company's local and international operations with accurate tax reporting, analysis, and strategic input.

• Key Responsibilities:
• Partner with business teams to advise on tax implications of new projects, contracts, and revenue models.
• Maintain up-to-date records and documentation for internal controls and regulatory compliance.
• Support implementation of tax technology and process improvements.
• Tax Compliance & Reporting: Support monthly, quarterly, and annual tax closings, including tax provisions and deferred tax calculations.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and filing of direct tax returns.
• Work closely with accounting and legal departments to support audits and respond to tax authority inquiries.
• Support with preparation of tax reporting packages, including cash tax planning.
• Ensure accurate recognition of tax provisions and deferred tax assets/liabilities.
• Ensure tax account reconciliations are completed and reviewed timely.
• Tax Planning: Analyze and interpret tax legislation and regulatory updates, identifying their impact on business operations; support implementation of strategies to optimize tax position, ensuring compliance with Brazilian tax laws; support global tax initiatives or projects including potential implementation to the extent impacted by Brazil entities or operations; monitor legislative and regulatory changes in Brazil and the media industry; assess and advise management on tax impacts on local operations.
• Transfer Pricing: Support transfer pricing team; assist in preparing documentation and calculations for Transfer Pricing compliance; prepare and/or review transfer pricing calculation and documentation ensuring compliance with local and international regulations; support intercompany pricing strategies along with WBD's transfer pricing team.
• Tax Litigation: Assist leadership in managing the company's tax litigation strategy, working closely with legal teams and external advisors to minimize exposures.

Requirements:

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Law, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in tax compliance, tax reporting, or corporate taxation (preferably direct taxes).
• Strong understanding of Brazilian direct tax legislation, including IAS 12.
• Knowledge of Transfer Pricing regulations and documentation requirements.
• Experience with audit processes and regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with tax software and technology-driven tax solutions.
• Fluency in English is mandatory. Spanish is a plus.
• Other nice to have: Bilingual English & Portuguese; Spanish is a plus; Media/entertainment industry background helpful.

About Us:

We offer a dynamic work environment that promotes inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. Our guiding principles are centered around collaboration, innovation, and customer focus. If you're passionate about tax and committed to delivering exceptional results, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Inclusion & Equal Opportunities:

We champion inclusion at WBD, embracing the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. We take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, union status, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law. If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.