VAT Compliance Manager, International Indirect Tax Compliance
DESCRIPTION
Amazon is seeking a VAT Compliance Manager to be based in Warsaw, Poland. This position will be primarily responsible (as part of a larger team) for the preparation, review and submission of EMEA VAT returns and related filings. This position may also assist in the provision of data to tax authorities and other VAT compliance actions.
Working within the current EMEA VAT Compliance team, the VAT Compliance Manager will:
• Review and submit European VAT returns and related filings such as EC Sales Listings (mainly for CEE countries);
• Review and submit Intrastat returns as necessary;
• Assist with VAT registrations across various jurisdictions;
• Manage and assist with VAT compliance queries from Amazon businesses operating across Europe;
• Provide intelligent and creative solutions to VAT issues both re-actively and proactively;
• Review month-end VAT account reconciliations;
• Provide internal and external audit support, including data analysis;
• Liaise with, and deal with VAT compliance and audit inquiries from, tax authorities;
• Provide support to and partner with colleagues throughout the business and, in particular, accounting groups;
• Lead and participate in cross-functional projects;
• Map VAT processes and identify areas for improvement;
• Support business growth and on-boarding of new companies and entities
• Support a team of Tax analyst
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree in tax, accounting, finance, or related field
• 8 + years of experience of working in VAT advisory or VAT compliance function with Polish VAT compliance experience
• Business fluent in English language
• Polish language is a must
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• A recognized accounting or tax qualification (CIMA ,ACCA, ACA, AAT or similar);
• Experience of advisory or compliance function in EMEA jurisdictions
• Organized, analytical and methodical with attention to detail;
• Advanced in MS Excel;
• Able to take ownership of work, implement change, and demonstrate a problem-solving approach;
• Good communication and personal skills with a hands-on team-oriented attitude;
• Able to work to tight deadlines and under pressure.
• Collaborate team player who is comfortable with a fast paced and dynamic environment
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