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Extensive professional experience in the Tax area including Tax and Financial Management and Consulting, Risk Assessment, Auditing, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), and Due Diligence in large multinational companies and Big 4 firms Responsible for tax management, developing comprehensive strategies, optimization of tax efficiency, evaluation of potential threats, implementation of risk mitigation measures, as well as fiscal compliance in Latin American countries including direct and indirect taxes and social security Management and guidance of complex tax projects, coordinating all processes and defining objectives until completion Development and management of fiscal planning with the objective of tax efficiency, cash flow, and EBITDA optimization, covering income tax, transfer pricing, mergers & acquisitions, tax risks, and procedures Expertise in tax auditing involving tax returns, inconsistencies, and non-compliance areas, gaining an excellent understanding of international taxation and expert advice on issues such as international tax regulations and risk management for multinational companies Participation in the implementation and optimization of ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, and TOTVS Protheus including as a Key User in complete financial modules Participation in more than 200 Due Diligence projects in various sectors including finance, industry, and services Strong ability to extract insights from financial and fiscal data, international financial and accounting analyses, transfer prices with local archive preparations, including preparing and reviewing tax returns, tax controversies, and litigation Implementation of tax incentives such as R&D and VAT credits and restructuring of corporate structures
Electrolux Group
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Sr. Tax Manager - Strategy And Transformation - LatamElectrolux GroupAtibaia, Sp, Br -
Latam Head Of TaxKorn Ferry May 2023 - Sep 2024BrazilSupervised all tax matters in Latin American countries involving comprehensive restructuring of the tax department in all LATAM countries, optimizing operational efficiency and effectiveness.Spearheaded the restructuring of the Venezuelan organization, generating annual tax savings of more than US$ 100,000.Provided strategic orientation on taxes for businesses and gave support to the legal department in discussions and litigation strategies.Developed tax structures for commercial and financial transactions in multiple jurisdictions.Managed the corporate tax restructuring in Latin America with a focus on cost savings.Led a research and detailed analysis on tax issues and their implications for various business areas.Was responsible for ensuring compliance with corporate tax regulations and facilitating communication with tax authorities, reaching zero new disputes against Brazilian tax authorities.Developed projections, implementation, and documentation of fiscal controls and processes.Put together, managed, and developed teams. -
Direct Tax ManagerIngram Micro Jun 2019 - May 2023São Paulo Area, BrazilDeveloped tax planning strategies covering both direct and indirect taxes also applicable to companies based abroad. Conducted thorough reviews of fiscal procedures and calculations of current and deferred taxes related to revenue, profit, and import of goods and services such as income tax, social contributions, PIS, and COFINS. Ensured compliance with tax regulations including Corporate Income Tax (IRPJ), PIS, and COFINS. Prepared and reviewed Transfer Price calculations and evaluated the Thin Capitalization and Tax Withheld at Source (IRRF) on services purchased. Identified, analyzed, and quantified potential tax risks as well as processes related to accounting provisions.Implemented actions for tax refunds totaling more than R$ 60 million (US$ 11,442,960.00) for income and indirect taxes from 2015 to 2022. Reduced new lawsuits initiated by more than 65% and ongoing litigation against Brazilian tax authorities by 35%. Reconciled the company’s tax books and accounting records of the last five years, discovering more than R$ 5 million (US$ 962,760.50) in recoverable revenues and taxes during mitigation of potential tax risks totaling more than R$ 5 million (US$ 4,768,080.00). Participated in the successful acquisition of BR Link by Ingram Micro in December 2021, being a part of the negotiation, due diligence, and drafting of contracts with external consultants and Ingram Micro executives. After the acquisition, was responsible for the harmonious integration of more than 250 council employees, systems, and operations. -
Direct TaxRb May 2016 - Jun 2019São Paulo Area, BrazilDeveloped tax planning strategies focused on direct taxes and companies based abroad. Carried out detailed reviews of tax procedures and calculations, including revenue, profit, and services (taxes withheld at source), while ensuring compliance with current income tax, social contribution, and deferred taxes, identifying potential tax risks and analyzing the tax processes to inform accounting provisions.Led the LATAM project to transform all companies into two business units (Hygiene / Home & Health) with a focus on reducing tax liabilities and maximizing tax assets, resulting in approximately R$ 100 million (US$ 19,071,600.00) in annual tax savings. Led the project to divide the Brazilian unit into two companies (Industrial and Commercial), resulting in approximately R$ 200 million (US$ 38,144,640.00) in annual tax savings. Took actions for tax refunds totaling more than R$ 20 million (US$ 3,814,464.00) for income and indirect taxes in the period from 2012 to 2018. Reduced new lawsuits initiated by more than 45% and ongoing litigation against Brazilian tax authorities. -
Tax Coordinator - Corporate TaxGrupo Adeste Nov 2014 - Apr 2016São Paulo Area, BrazilTeam management and monitoring of the implementation of the tax routine;Tax planning with vision of direct and indirect taxes as well as companies based abroad;Review of procedures and calculations of taxes / contributions, current and deferred taxes on revenue, profit and / or import of the goods and services (income tax, social contribution, PIS, COFINS, ISS and others);Compliance taxes (income tax, social contribution, PIS and COFINS, ISS, etc.);Implementation of ERP TOTVS Protheus;Identification, analysis and quantification of potential risks;Analysis of process for the purpose of accounting provisions. -
Senior Consultant Tax - M&AKpmg Brasil Sep 2011 - Oct 2014São Paulo Area, BrazilExperience in the Tax Area, Labor and Social Security, working on projects due diligence and tax advice. The main clients served were: Foreign KPMG (Mainly USA, France, Canada), Carglass, Alog Datacenter, 3M, Bounge, BR Properties, Natura, Lopes Real Estate, Raizen, among others.The following are the main procedures performed:Management of teams of field work, monitoring and project execution;Review of procedures and calculations of taxes / contributions on revenue or profit of the company (income tax, social contribution, PIS and COFINS);Review of deferred taxes (assets and liabilities);Preparation and review of Transfer Price calculations and Thin Captalization;Compliance taxes (income tax, social contribution, PIS and COFINS, ICMS, IPI, ISS, etc.) for the purpose of mergers and acquisitions;Identification, analysis and quantification of potential risks;Preparation of tax consultation and reporting procedures;Labor Review focused in the calculation and payment of social security contributions sheet;Review of routines and labor procedures;Analysis of the financial statements of large and medium-sized enterprises;Analysis of process for the purpose of accounting provisions;Preparation and review of potential contingencies aiming to demonstrate fiscal and labor risks;Preparation and review of due diligence and memorandum of tax procedures reports. -
Tax Consultant - Financial ServicesKpmg Brasil Sep 2006 - Aug 2011São Paulo Area, BrazilExperience in taxation, acting under review projects for auditing and consulting / tax compliance for large financial institutions. The main clients served were: Banco Bradesco, Itaú-Unibanco, Banco Credit Suisse, Marine Insurance, Banco Votorantim, Chubb Insurance, among others.The following are the main procedures performed:Management of teams of field work, monitoring and project execution;Revision of tax rules and calculation of taxes / contributions (income tax, social contribution, PIS and COFINS);Preparation of tax consultation and reporting procedures;Review of deferred taxes (assets and liabilities);Preparation and review of Transfer Price calculations and Thin Captalization;Review of procedures adopted by the target company on the taxes in financial market operations (loans, Hedge, Derivatives, Commodities, Futures, etc.);Compliance taxes (income tax, social contribution, PIS, COFINS, ISS, IOF, among others);Preparation and review of ancillary statements (DIPJ, DCTF, DACON, SPED);Analysis of the financial statements of large and medium-sized enterprises;Analysis of process for the purpose of accounting provisions;Development and memorandum review for audit and tax procedures for clients. -
Junior Tax ConsultantControle Soluções Compartilhadas Apr 2005 - Aug 2006São Paulo Area, BrazilExperience in the tax area, working in the area of withholding taxes on sales and / or services provided by third parties. The main clients served were: Intel, Kyocera, Linklaters, Signa Insurance, among others.The following are the main procedures performed:• Preparation of ancillary statements (DIPJ, DCTF, DACON, DIRF);• Determination of taxes payable to third parties;• Accounting for taxes recoverable and payable to third parties.
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Tax AssistantGelre Feb 2004 - Mar 2005São Paulo Area, BrazilExperience in the tax area, working in the calculation of area and pay ISS.The following are the main procedures performed:• Preparation of ISS accessory statements to the prefectures of Gelre conglomerate (about 15 different prefectures);• Determination of ISS to collect from third parties;• ISS Accounting recoverable and payable to third parties.
Leandro Couto Education Details
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Bachelor Of Laws - Llb -
Faculdades Integradas TibiriçáAccounting
Frequently Asked Questions about Leandro Couto
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Leandro Couto works for Electrolux Group
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Leandro Couto's current role is Sr. Tax Manager - Strategy and Transformation - LaTam.
What schools did Leandro Couto attend?
Leandro Couto attended Puc Minas, Centro Universitário Fmu | Fiam-Faam, Faculdades Integradas Tibiriçá.
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