Country Tax Manager Korea

The opportunity

Hitachi Energy serves customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. At Hitachi Energy our purpose is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals, and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society.

• You will manage domestic corporate tax compliance including CIT, VAT, WHT, and local filing requirements.
• You will provide business tax advisory to cross-functional teams on matters including contracts, pricing, potential PE (permanent establishment) issues, VAT, and other tax implications.
• You will lead and support tax audit responses and liaise with external advisors and tax authorities as needed.
• You will monitor changes in local tax laws and proactively assess the impact on the business.
• You will facilitate transfer pricing documentation, including Local File preparation and intercompany transactions compliance.
• You will support global tax team initiatives and reporting, ensuring alignment with corporate tax strategy and policies.
• You will collaborate with internal stakeholders (legal, finance, sales, etc.) to ensure tax-efficient and compliant business operations.
• You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
• Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Tax, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in tax, preferably with a mix of in-house and Big 4 firm experience.
• CPA or Korean licensed tax accountant (CTA) preferred.
• Strong understanding of Korean tax laws and international tax concepts (e.g., transfer pricing, PE, BEPS).
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills in both Korean and English.

• Congratulatory & Condolence Support
• Meal Allowance Program
• Group-Term Life Insurance
• Appreciation and Recognition Program
• Medical Check-up (including one additional family member)
• Flexible Working hour
• Remote Work
• Self Development Program