Tax Senior Manager

Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating over 260 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners, and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.

A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.

We are seeking a highly experienced Brazil Indirect Tax Senior Manager to lead and implement changes related to Brazil’s VAT tax reform while ensuring compliance and mitigating tax risks in a complex and rapidly evolving business. This role will be responsible for identifying and mitigating indirect tax risks, advising on tax planning opportunities, and ensuring compliance with all indirect tax obligations.

The ideal candidate must have strong tax technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally with local and global stakeholders. This role offers an opportunity to drive strategic tax initiatives, optimize compliance processes, and contribute to the company’s overall financial success.

What you will be doing

1. Strategic Tax Leadership & Planning:
   Lead the implementation of Brazil’s VAT tax reform, ensuring the business is well prepared for legislative changes and process/system updates.
   Act as a strategic tax partner to senior leadership, aligning tax strategies with business objectives to support decision-making.
   Identify opportunities for tax optimization and proactively advise on indirect tax planning strategies for business expansion and operational efficiency.
2. Risk Management & Audit Handling:
   Proactively identify and mitigate indirect tax risks, implementing strategies to minimize financial and operational exposure.
   Manage and represent the company in tax audits, inquiries, and disputes, collaborating with tax authorities, tax controversy team, legal teams, and external advisors.
   Ensure timely and accurate responses to regulatory requests, minimizing potential financial impacts.
3. Compliance & Reporting:
   Oversee and ensure the accurate and timely filing of all indirect tax obligations for multiple subsidiaries in Brazil.
   Manage the tax analysis and calculation of Brazil Indirect Taxes across Municipal, State, and Federal filings (i.e., ICMS, ISS, PIS, COFINS, and VAT-equivalent taxes).
   Implement internal controls to ensure compliance with tax laws and reduce the risk of errors or penalties.
4. Process & Technology Optimization:
   Collaborate with IT and finance teams to implement tax engine, enhance automation tools and process improvements that enhance indirect tax compliance efficiency.
   Monitor legislative and regulatory changes in Brazil to ensure tax systems and processes remain up to date.
5. Stakeholder Collaboration:
   Work closely with finance, legal, operations, IT, and procurement teams to ensure tax compliance and optimize business transactions.
   Serve as a trusted advisor on tax-related matters, providing clear guidance to internal stakeholders.
6. Team Leadership & Development:
   Lead and mentor the local indirect tax team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
   Manage a team of 2-3 tax professionals, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and regulatory requirements.

What we’ll expect from you

1. Solid previous experience in indirect tax, with a strong focus on Brazilian VAT and other indirect taxes plus working experience with BIG 4 and/or corporate tax department is preferred.
2. Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Law, or a related field.
3. Advanced English.
4. In-depth knowledge of Brazilian indirect tax laws, including ICMS, ICMS-ST, PIS, COFINS, ISS, and the upcoming VAT tax reform.
5. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex tax laws in a business setting, both in Portuguese and English.
6. Ability to analyze and solve complex tax issues, providing clear, strategic guidance.
7. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated, with excellent time management and project management skills.
8. Proficiency in technology, including Excel, PowerPoint, ERP systems (i.e. Oracle Cloud), and tax engine or automation tools.
9. Proven ability to lead teams and collaborate cross-functionally in a fast-paced, global organization.

What will be the difference if you have?

1. Postgraduate or specialization
2. Experience with VAT in LATAM
3. Spanish

Why Equinix

Equinix is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy/childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political/organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy/childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political/organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.