Tax Director
Posted on: 4/14/2026
Mexico City
Permanent
Industry and Manufacturing
At Morgan Philips Executive Search, we are looking for a Tax Director for our Fortune 500 client, based in CDMX, with several manufacturing sites.
This is a senior, strategic leadership role responsible for all tax matters in Mexico, including planning, compliance, audits, and advisory. You will act as a key partner to business leadership while ensuring compliance with Mexican regulations and optimizing the company’s tax position. Requires close interaction with tax authorities (SAT) and expertise in international tax. Experience with financial services is considered a plus.
Key Responsibilities
Lead tax strategy aligned with global objectives
Oversee tax planning (domestic & international)
Manage audits, disputes, and litigation with SAT
Direct transfer pricing strategies (APAs, MAPs)
Support customs and foreign trade operations
Ensure accurate tax reporting, compliance, and VAT recovery
Drive tax technology and automation initiatives
Lead and develop the tax team
Candidate Profile
Degree in Accounting or Law (Master’s preferred)
15+ years in tax (multinational or big firms)
Strong expertise in Mexican and international tax
Proven experience handling SAT audits and disputes
Fluent in Spanish and English
Skilled in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) and tax tech tools
Key Competencies
Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking
Ability to simplify complex tax topics for executives
Excellent stakeholder management and leadership
High integrity and resilience under pressure
If you think you fit this profile or know someone who might, please reach out to me or apply here.
This is a senior, strategic leadership role responsible for all tax matters in Mexico, including planning, compliance, audits, and advisory. You will act as a key partner to business leadership while ensuring compliance with Mexican regulations and optimizing the company’s tax position. Requires close interaction with tax authorities (SAT) and expertise in international tax. Experience with financial services is considered a plus.
Key Responsibilities
Lead tax strategy aligned with global objectives
Oversee tax planning (domestic & international)
Manage audits, disputes, and litigation with SAT
Direct transfer pricing strategies (APAs, MAPs)
Support customs and foreign trade operations
Ensure accurate tax reporting, compliance, and VAT recovery
Drive tax technology and automation initiatives
Lead and develop the tax team
Candidate Profile
Degree in Accounting or Law (Master’s preferred)
15+ years in tax (multinational or big firms)
Strong expertise in Mexican and international tax
Proven experience handling SAT audits and disputes
Fluent in Spanish and English
Skilled in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) and tax tech tools
Key Competencies
Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking
Ability to simplify complex tax topics for executives
Excellent stakeholder management and leadership
High integrity and resilience under pressure
If you think you fit this profile or know someone who might, please reach out to me or apply here.