.col-wideJob Description:1996! In this year Sandoz initiated the world's first biosimilar development program. Over 20 years of experience in biosimilar development have equipped us with extensive knowledge and world-class expertise and capabilities in the development, manufacturing and commercialization of biosimilar medicines to the healthcare community and patients worldwide. This opportunity is waiting for you to contribute to Sandoz success story in the area of biosimilar toward the future, at the same time it becomes also the right step up in your career within clinical development!- Head Group Tax Operations leads CoE's in several jurisdictions as well as in-country tax experts in a broad range of tax matters,while collaboratively working with other stakeholders (mainly FRA Ops) to ensure that the Sandoz operates globally in an efficient, effective and compliant manner.**Your responsibilities include, but not limited to**:- Build and lead a global tax operations function identifying complex problems, driving results and establishing efficient best practices.- Lead strategy and roadmap for tax operations function in alignment with other teams and functions, especially in close alignment with FRA Ops.- Responsible for quarterly and annual consolidated income tax provision and financial reporting under IFRS ensuring completeness and accuracy incl. independent risk analysis and sustainability of various tax positions taken as well as contribution to the forecast of the effective tax rate.- Monitor the tax landscape and assist with the ongoing analysis of tax positions and internal controls to identify and address potential tax burdens and risks.- Manage team of tax professionals; provide leadership, coaching and establish team objectives.Inspire velocity in self and others to achieve results that accelerate functional impact.- Influence and collaborate with key cross-functional partners and leadership in Accounting, Finance, Legal and Business teams.- Timely implement Group Tax related Strategies, Policies & Processes and lead of initiatives related to enhancements to processes, workflow, documentation, and collaboration, i.E. reduction of reporting time through efficient use of technology- Innovation, including adoption of technology solutions and associated training**Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion**:- Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve._**Minimum requirements****What you'll bring to the role**:- Education:Master's degree in Accounting or Business Administration / Economics with focus on International Taxation or Law with focus on International Tax Law. Tax advisor examination is a plus.- Minimum 12 years of work experience is required, in a combination of Big 4 and industry experience incl. 2-3 years in a similar role
