Manager, Tax – Eastern Europe

About the role

Mastercard is seeking a Tax Manager for its Eastern Europe division. Reporting to the VP Tax EEMEA in Gurugram and working closely with the Tax Director in Dubai, you will lead tax planning, compliance and risk management across multiple jurisdictions.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee tax provision and statutory compliance, ensuring timely and accurate tax filings.
• Collaborate with Finance and external advisors to optimize tax reserves under local and US GAAP (ASC 740).
• Manage tax accounting, including interim and annual provisions and reserves.
• Lead tax audits, develop closing strategies, and protect the company’s interests.
• Partner with business units to provide tax‑efficient solutions for contracts, new business cases and M&A due diligence.
• Represent the tax function in regulatory impact assessments and help shape compliant business plans.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in corporate tax compliance and provision.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, particularly ASC 740 and ASC 740‑10.
• Proven ability to manage tax audits and interact with tax authorities.
• Experience supporting business units on tax‑related contract negotiations and M&A projects.

Required skills

• US GAAP (ASC 740)
• Tax provision and tax accounting
• Corporate tax compliance
• Tax audit management
• M&A due diligence

What we offer

• Opportunity to influence tax strategy across a diverse, multi‑jurisdictional region.
• Collaboration with senior finance and tax leaders globally.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.