About TotalEnergies

TotalEnergies is a major energy company, which produces and markets fuels, natural gas and low-carbon electricity. Over 100,000 employees are committed to better energy that is safer, more affordable, cleaner and accessible to as many people as possible. Active in more than 120 countries, TotalEnergies ambition is to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 or sooner. The US Government is engineering a major transformation of the US economy with ambitious goals to cut GHG emissions in half by 2030 and reach net-zero emissions by 2050.

What We Provide

TotalEnergies offers a robust comprehensive benefits package available to employees on the first day of hire. These benefits include but are not limited to generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSA with company contributions, health FSA, commuter benefits or paid parking, 401(k) plan with employer match, pension plan, life & accident insurances, generous parental leave, education assistance, fitness subsidy and more.

TotalEnergies celebrates diversity and is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other category protected under applicable federal, state or local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

TotalEnergies believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

International Consideration

TotalEnergies regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited visa status for this position.

The Manager Indirect Tax - Motor Fuels role offers an opportunity to join our dynamic Indirect Tax team. Our fast-paced, collaborative environment will utilize your expertise in motor fuel and sales/use tax within the oil & gas, and renewable energy sectors. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with trading groups to review the current motor fuel processes, including tax determination and compliance and make improvements drive efficiencies.

• Ensure accurate calculation and reporting of state and local tax liabilities in accordance with relevant tax laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with third-party audit support teams to ensure accurate reporting and maximize potential audit refunds.
• Oversee the excise tax compliance process by compiling data for a third-party vendor responsible for preparing the returns. Ensure the timely and accurate filing of these returns by managing the relationship with the vendor and supervising the data compilation.
• Guarantee that the system supports compliance, enhances efficiency, and minimizes tax exposure. Identify and implement indirect tax planning opportunities within the ERP framework.
• Help manage and coordinate the efforts of the indirect tax team. Provide guidance, mentorship, and professional development to ensure high performance and effective tax compliance.

• Lead/support the excise tax audits, making sure we are learning from all audit findings, and applying those learnings to current processes.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance (minimum requirement).
• Experience with Big 4 firms in VAT and Excise Duty is a plus.
• Minimum 10 years of end-to-end Sales and Use Tax (SUT) experience in an integrated oil and gas company and/or the energy sector.
• Strong background in motor fuel excise tax and SUT compliance.

Skills

• Proficient in SAP, Thomson Reuters OneSource, and Vertex.
• Proven ability to implement VAT strategies, manage government relationships, and deliver in-house training for the Indirect Tax team and business stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills with deep expertise in indirect tax analysis.
• Collaborative team player who fosters alignment and commitment across the Indirect Tax organization and beyond.
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and innovative with a passion for performance and problem-solving.