Tax & Finance Specialist

As publicly announced, Unilever will separate its Ice Cream business which is expected by the end of 2025. This role will transfer to the new Ice Cream company.
JOB PURPOSE:

The Magnum Ice Cream Company is the place where you can bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world. If you are prepared to navigate a multicultural setting and possess strong analytical skills, then this role is just for you!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide analytical support to the country team for reporting and updates
• Coordinate preparation and filing local tax returns with Uniops and Local advisors. Approving tax returns. (CIT, VAT, WHT, TP, Payroll taxes, National&Statistic reports etc.)
• Support the collection and organization of financial documents needed for tax reporting and coordinate with internal departments (finance, marketing, sales, R2R etc) to gather necessary data for tax filings.
• Provide support during tax audits, including preparing documentation and responding to tax authorities’ inquiries.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations that may impact on the business.
• Maintain organized records to facilitate audit processes.
• Assist in preparing reports related to tax provision, tax liabilities, and other tax-related financial data including preparation of tax-related disclosures in financial statements.
• Collaborate with external tax advisors and auditors to ensure compliance with tax regulations.
• Assist in managing the relationship with tax authorities and respond to inquiries when necessary.
• Issue ESF invoices for customers in ESF Portal of Kazakhstan
• Analyze budget variances monthly, identifying and addressing root causes.
• Assist Export Finance Manager in monthly and daily routines/tasks.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

Experiences & Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience especially in tax, finance, controlling or financial planning & analysis (FP&A).
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, business administration, engineering or any related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Russian, Kazakh and English. (Turkish is preferred)
• Good understanding of financial processes and operations.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong Excel skills with knowledge of SAP or other ERP system.
• Knowledge and experience of local tax legislations and regulations together with Global Financial Control Framework (GFCF)
• Proactive approach to task management and self-development
• Self-driven and strong in execution
• Demonstrated success in management of multiple projects & competing priorities in a time sensitive environment.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:

• A unique mix of global scale & start-up spirit—€8.3bn powerhouse with an agile, entrepreneurial mindset. We’re building a new high growth Ice Cream company from the ground up. ​
• Career without limits—42 markets, international opportunities, and fast-tracked growth. ​
• A performance-driven culture—Freedom to act, disrupt and grow – your success is measured by impact.​
• A company that celebrates joy, innovation, and purpose—We create extraordinary careers, just like our ice cream creates extraordinary moments.