About the job
At Side, a premier global provider of video game development and services, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional technical and creative solutions to leading developers and studios worldwide. Since our inception in Japan in 1994, we have established ourselves as a formidable presence in the gaming industry. Our comprehensive suite of services includes art production, game development, quality assurance, player support, community management, localization, localization QA, audio production, and data collection. With a strong international presence and offices across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia, Side is striving to build a world-class finance and compliance department to facilitate our ongoing growth.
To learn more about us, please visit www.side.inc.
Position Overview
We are on the lookout for a commercially savvy and technically adept Head of Tax to spearhead the Group's global tax compliance and transfer pricing strategy, aiming to minimize the Group's effective tax rate. This pivotal role will oversee the implementation of robust tax governance across our international operations, manage relationships with external advisors, and ensure compliance with transfer pricing regulations while mitigating tax risks. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Head of Tax will significantly contribute to refining tax processes, supporting audits, and ensuring our operations run smoothly and compliantly across various jurisdictions.
This newly created position is perfect for a seasoned professional who excels in a dynamic environment and possesses the expertise to design, implement, and manage a comprehensive international tax function, initially working as an individual contributor.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee corporate tax compliance for the Group across various jurisdictions.
- Manage the preparation and review of corporate tax returns, provisions, and filings.
- Ensure timely and accurate quarterly and annual tax reporting.
- Maintain oversight of indirect tax (VAT/GST) compliance as necessary.
- Ensure punctual filing of all corporate income tax, VAT/GST, and withholding tax returns across all jurisdictions.
- Collaborate with the D365 systems manager to optimize compliance and enhance reporting functionalities.
- Supervise the preparation and review of tax provisions for consolidated financial statements (IFRS/local GAAP).
- Stay updated on changes in tax legislation and evaluate their impact on the Group.

