DESCRIPTION:
Amazon's diverse business requires VAT filings in a number of jurisdictions globally. Amazon is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic Senior VAT Compliance Tax Analyst to work in its International Indirect Tax Compliance team. The Amazon Tax Department is a fast-paced, team-focused, and dynamic environment. This position will be responsible (as part of a larger team) for the preparation of ESS VAT returns and related filings. This position may also assist in the provision of data to tax authorities and other VAT compliance actions relating to Amazon.
Work may also include some mainstream VAT compliance activities, supporting internal and external audits, and liaising with colleagues in VAT Compliance and Controllership as well as Tax and the wider business - you will need an understanding of financial systems, and technical accounting awareness for this work. You may also be involved in projects that have a VAT compliance impact. You will be expected to take ownership of your activities, identify process improvement opportunities for existing process and controls, and drive positive change across the organization.
Key job responsibilities
Working within the ESS Indirect Tax Compliance team, the Senior VAT Compliance Analyst will be required to:
• Prepare, analyse and submit ESS VAT returns and related filings;
• Organise VAT registrations across various jurisdictions;
• Prepare and review month-end VAT account reconciliations;
• Provide internal and external audit support, including data analysis;
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in tax, accounting, finance, or related field
- 5+ years of experience of working in VAT advisory or VAT compliance function having basic VAT knowledge
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office products at an advanced level, Advanced in MS Excel;
- Spanish, Italian or French language highly desirable
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- A recognised accounting or tax qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, AAT or similar)The minimum gross base pay salary for this position is listed below. The base salary listed corresponds to working on a full time basis. For part-time hours, the salary will be pro-rated.
Amazon reserves the right to offer a higher base salary, depending on the candidate's skills, competencies, and experience. Amazon's package may include a sign on payment. In addition, the candidate may be eligible to participate in a restricted stock unit scheme operated independently by Amazon.com Inc. in USA. Your recruiting team will share final salary and any restricted stock unit scheme if applicable, depending on skills and requirements.
Company benefits apply subject to further terms, including annual membership in medical clinic, life insurance, retirement pension and career development.
See below the minimum gross base salary for this position: