The Role
The person will be responsible for leading all tax matters across China operations, ensuring full compliance with Chinese tax laws while supporting business growth through effective tax planning, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. The role acts as the primary tax advisor to China leadership and a key interface with regional and global tax teams.
Your Responsibilities
Tax Compliance & Reporting
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Oversee all corporate, indirect, and withholding tax compliance across PRC entities, including CIT, VAT, and local taxes, ensuring accurate and timely tax filings, payments, and statutory reporting.
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Manage tax accounting, provisions, and disclosures under US GAAP/PRC GAAP
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Lead and coordinate tax audits, investigations, and inspections with tax authorities
Tax Planning & Advisory
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Develop and implement China tax strategies aligned with business objectives and global tax policy
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Advise on tax implications of business initiatives, restructurings , supply chain changes, and new operating models
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Monitor and assess the impact of PRC tax law changes and regulatory developments
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Support transfer pricing implementation, documentation, and audit defence in coordination with TP team
Risk Management & Governance
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Identify, assess, and manage tax risks specific to China operations
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Ensure robust internal controls and compliance with global tax governance frameworks
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Lead resolution of complex tax issues and disputes
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Drive consistency with global tax policies while addressing local requirements
Stakeholder Management
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Act as primary point of contact for Chinese tax authorities
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Partner with Finance, Government Relations, Legal, Treasury, Supply Chain, and Business teams
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Liaise with external advisors, auditors, and authorities
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Provide clear, practical tax guidance to senior management and non‑tax stakeholders
Your Profile
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or Law; Master’s preferred
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China CPA, CTA, or international qualification (ACCA, CPA, CTA – desirable)
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10+ years of progressive tax experience, with significant China tax exposure
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Strong background in PRC corporate income tax, VAT, transfer pricing, and international tax
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Experience in multinational corporations and/or Big 4
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Proven track record managing tax audits and dealing with Chinese tax authorities
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Deep technical knowledge of PRC tax laws and regulations
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Strong judgment and problem‑solving capabilities
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Ability to operate effectively in a complex, fast‑changing regulatory environment
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Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
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Fluent in Mandarin and English (written and spoken)
#IncludingYou
Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.
About ADM
At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.
