About this role
Tax Specialist Kazakhstan
Shell Business Operations-DOT
Job Type: Full time
Posted: Yesterday
Job Requisition ID: R205777
, Poland
Job Family Group: Finance
Worker Type: Regular
Posting Start Date: August 17, 2026
Business Unit: Finance
Experience Level: Early Careers
The annual base salary range for this position: zł102,000.00 - zł152,400.00
Individual pay will be based on various factors such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skill level, seniority, and internal equity.
Job Description:
What's the role
As a Tax Specialist for Kazakhstan, you will join one of the world’s largest in-house tax organizations, working within a highly skilled and collaborative international environment. Due to the technical expertise required and the need for Russian language proficiency, we also welcome applications from candidates based in Kazakhstan who are open to relocating to Poland under local employment terms.
What you'll be doing
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Prepare and ensure the timely submission of accurate tax returns (both direct and indirect taxes) to tax authorities, as well as supporting additional reporting requirements and providing input data to stakeholders (e.g., joint venture partners), including initiating payment requests and tax payments
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Support tax reporting activities, including deferred tax calculations and related postings for month-end and quarter-end close processes
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Perform reconciliations between SAP and ESF systems, as well as reconciling balances with taxpayer accounts maintained by tax authorities
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Conduct control checks to identify errors or anomalies and taking appropriate corrective actions, including collaborating with relevant teams to resolve root causes
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Collaborate closely with finance teams and stakeholders in Kazakhstan to ensure effective communication and alignment across responsibilities
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Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance existing processes and leading improvement initiatives
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Provide support during tax reviews and statutory audits
What you bring
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Minimum of 1 year of experience in the preparation and submission of tax returns in Kazakhstan
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Strong command of English and Russian, both written and spoken
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Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Outlook, and Excel
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Continuous improvement mindset with a proactive approach to enhancing processes
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, supported by effective communication abilities
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Proven stakeholder management and influencing skills
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High level of motivation, passion, and commitment to delivering results to the highest standards
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A learner mindset, with the ability and willingness to stay up to date with evolving legislation and the dynamic business environment