About Us:

Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation is a US subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz Group AG, one of the most successful automotive companies. With Mercedes-Benz AG, the Group is one of the leading global suppliers of premium and luxury cars and vans. Mercedes-Benz Mobility AG offers financing, leasing, car subscription and car rental, fleet management, digital services for a charging and payment as well as innovative mobility services. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation (MBNAC) operates as a holding company for all Mercedes-Benz Group entities in the United States of America. MBNAC provides services to Mercedes-Benz Group subsidiaries in North America in areas such as Treasury, Tax, Accounting, Corporate Communications, Government Relations, Legal and Human Resources.

Job Overview:

Responsible for supporting Canadian tax compliance, tax accounting, and cross-border tax reporting activities for Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation and its affiliated Canadian entities. Assists with the preparation of income tax provisions in accordance with IAS 12, tax compliance filings, audit support, and international tax reporting requirements. Collaborates with internal stakeholders and external advisors to ensure accurate and timely tax reporting, compliance, and documentation.

Responsibilities:

• Canadian Corporate Income Tax Compliance (45%)
  Prepare Canadian corporate income tax returns, related tax elections, supporting schedules, tax payments, refund claims, and tax account reconciliations. Coordinate information gathering, maintain compliance calendars, and monitor filing requirements for Canadian entities.
• Canadian Tax Accounting & Provisions (30%)
  Prepare quarterly and annual Canadian income tax provisions in accordance with IFRS and IAS 12. Calculate current and deferred taxes, prepare effective tax rate analyses, support financial statement disclosures, and complete provision-to-return reconciliations.
• Canadian Tax Accounting & Provisions (10%)
  Prepare quarterly and annual Canadian income tax provisions in accordance with IFRS and IAS 12. Calculate current and deferred taxes, prepare effective tax rate analyses, support financial statement disclosures, and complete provision-to-return reconciliations.
• International Tax Reporting & Withholding Taxes (5%)
  Support U.S. and Canadian withholding tax compliance processes, maintain FATCA and CRS documentation, review Forms W-8 records, and assist with reporting obligations related to cross-border payments.
• U.S. International Tax Compliance (5%)
  Support U.S. international tax reporting activities, including protective filings, Tax Residency Certificate requests, FBAR filings, and related compliance requirements.
• Tax Research & Business Support (5%)
  Research Canadian and U.S. tax matters, prepare supporting analyses and draft memoranda, monitor legislative developments, and provide technical support for compliance, audits, and special projects.

Why work at Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation?
Working at Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to join an innovative team where you are valued for your contributions. As an employee, you will experience career development in a positive, employee-centric environment. We’re a global company that not only offers best-in-class products to our customers but also best-in-class benefits to our employees. Our employees experience a comfortable, friendly environment and relaxed, inclusive culture.   

Benefits

When working at Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation, you will enjoy a comprehensive and amenity-rich benefits package offering something for every employee at each stage of their life. 

As a new employee, you will have the opportunity to take advantage of the following benefits that go beyond – beginning day one:

Get Rewarded! Competitive salary plus an annual bonus based on company performance and/or personal yearly performance  

Need a vacation? How about just some time for YOU! In addition to our vacation time, you’ll receive fifteen (15) additional corporate holidays, which will allow you to celebrate religious holidays or escape to the spa! Designed to be flexible, we let you decide which days are most important to you!

Ride in Style - All employees are eligible to participate in the Mercedes-Benz Employee Lease Program

We want you to be healthy!  Outstanding medical, dental, and vision insurance, employer-paid short and long term disability plus on-site exercise facilities

Is your family growing?  Enjoy generous paid Family Leave Programs  - Six Weeks for New Parents; Adoption Expense Reimbursement Programs - up to $6k per child  

Want to go back to school?  Tuition Assistance Scholar Program - receive up to $8k in vouchers to complete business-related coursework

• $6k for undergraduate
• $8k for graduate

Qualifications:

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of application, however visa sponsorship will be considered. Relocation assistance will be considered.

This position requires a minimum of 5+ years of overall work experience. Preferred experience includes:

• Must have 5+ years of work experience with a Big 4 or regional accounting firm and/or corporate  tax department.  
• Must have knowledge of accounting for income taxes and corporate tax compliance.
• Experience in a management role preferred.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree (accredited school) with emphasis in Accounting or Finance required
• MS in Taxation or Business or LLM in Tax preferred
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license required

Additional Knowledge:

• Working knowledge of U.S. federal income tax concepts and tax compliance processes. 
• Basic understanding of accounting for income taxes, including exposure to ASC 740, IAS 12, or similar tax accounting frameworks preferred. 
• Ability to analyze financial statement data, accounting transactions, and supporting tax documentation. 
• Ability to research tax and tax accounting issues and effectively communicate conclusions. 
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, external advisors, and business stakeholders. 

Posting Statement

Mercedes-Benz North America Corporation offers competitive salary commensurate with experience and a full suite of benefits including 401(K) with match, generous vacation and personal time, performance-based bonuses, a Mercedes-Benz car program and more.

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