Tax Expert

ORLEN Upstream Norway AS is an oil and gas company which is growing and we are searching for a Tax Expert.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an international team of highly motivated and dedicated colleagues, working in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.

The role is part of our Finance department which currently has 23 staff members. You will be part of the Tax unit and will report directly to the Tax Manager.

Duties and responsibilities

• Support the preparation and review of the company annual tax return, monthly tax calculation and related reporting.
• Manage and coordinate responses to tax authority enquiries, audits, and information requests.
• Prepare and maintain transfer pricing documentation in accordance with applicable regulations, OECD guidelines, and Group policies.
• Lead the development of tax forecasting models.
• In collaboration with the Tax unit, ensure compliance with Norwegian tax legislation and regulatory requirements, including the Petroleum Tax Act.
• Monitor and assess legislative and regulatory developments affecting Norwegian corporate and petroleum taxation.
• Provide tax advice and support to business stakeholders on operational, commercial and strategic matters.
• Participate in tax-related projects, including due diligence processes, business development initiatives and transactions.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate tax risks through effective controls and governance processes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external advisors, auditors, and tax authorities.

Qualifications

Education & experience

Master’s degree in relevant discipline is preferred, along with min. 10 years of experience from Norwegian petroleum tax

Language skills

Fluency in Norwegian and English (oral and written)

Technical requirements

• Good understanding of local oil and gas market
• Knowledge and experience with Norwegian petroleum tax
• Knowledge of relevant law and regulations within oil and gas sector on the NCS
• Proficient with Microsoft Office

Personal qualities

• Team player with strong relationship building skills across different disciplines
• Strong sense of responsibility and ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision
• Strong analytical skills
• Good sense for details and quality
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment

We can offer

• ORLEN Upstream Norway AS offers a sound professional environment with varied tasks
• Positive and supporting working environment
• Relevant professional training
• Competitive employment terms
• Attractive insurance and pension plans

We strive for diversity and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to ethnicity, religion, age, sex, national origin, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Applications will be reviewed and interviews may be called for on an ongoing basis.

Please note that we will only contact candidates selected for interview. If you do not hear from us you should assume that your application has not been successful.