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Senior Manager, International External Reporting, Tax Operations

The Walt Disney CompanyMumbai City, Maharashtra, IndiaFULL-TIME
Posted 1 month ago
International TaxTransfer PricingIndirect / VAT
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Job Posting Title: Senior Manager, International External Reporting, Tax Operations Req ID: 10151045 Job Description:

###About the role### We are seeking a detail‑oriented professional who can apply strong expertise in direct and indirect taxes, along with solid accounting knowledge, to support various EMEA and APAC tax compliance processes (Indirect Tax, US GAAP tax forecasting and provision processes, Operational Transfer Pricing). The ideal candidate will be proficient in taxation, MS Office, SAP, and possess strong communication skills.

In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high‑quality service and driving continuous improvement initiatives. You will lead day-to-day delivery of tax operations across indirect and selected direct tax processes, acting as the key bridge between the Associate Director, Managers, and external providers. You will foster collaboration within the team, providing coaching and constructive feedback to members in a small to medium‑sized group.

Additionally, you will collaborate with cross‑functional teams and manage relationships at both the local (country) and often regional levels. What will you do This role requires a strong foundation in tax compliance and associated reconciliations and tax-related competencies. As a Senior Manager, you will be responsible for the following: Operational Leadership & Delivery Oversight Own end-to-end delivery of assigned EMEA indirect tax processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance across jurisdictions Oversee execution of direct tax operational support activities (e.

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###requirements### Act as first escalation point for complex operational issues, compliance risks, and audit queries Lead preparation and review of audit support documentation and responses Monitor and improve control effectiveness across all processes Vendor & Stakeholder Management Oversee day-to-day interaction with outsourced/co-sourced providers Monitor SLA/KPI performance, identify gaps, and drive remediation actions Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders (Indirect Tax, Controllership, IER teams) Support Associate Director in governance forums and performance reviews Process Optimisation & Transformation Identify opportunities for standardisation, automation, and efficiency improvements Lead implementation of process improvements and support technology initiatives (e.

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###experience### strongly preferred. Demonstrated

###experience### in direct and indirect tax compliance and governance, ideally within a multinational or shared services/outsourced environment.

###Experience### with vendor/outsourced delivery models, performance management, and process improvement. Exposure to US GAAP tax provisioning, transfer pricing operational oversight, and managing audit support activities. Strong stakeholder management and leadership capabilities, with a commercial mindset and focus on cost optimisation.

What you need to know Working model: Hybrid in Mumbai. Team: Lead a team of 6-7 with the potential to grow. Role focus: Operational delivery, transformation, and governance.

Job Posting Segment: Controllership & Tax Job Posting Primary Business: EFS Tax Primary Job Posting Category: Tax Employment Type: Full time Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Mumbai, India Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code: Date Posted: 2026-05-22 Learn more about us.

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