Amazon is seeking a French-speaking VAT Compliance Manager to work in its VAT Compliance and Controllership team in Bratislava, Slovakia. 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 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 relating to third-party sellers.
Key job responsibilities: Review and submit European VAT returns and related filings such as EC Sales Listings;Be the leader for the French VAT registrations and audits as well as supporting other French-speaking jurisdictions where required;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 reactively 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 enquiries 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 onboarding of new companies and entities.Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in tax, accounting, finance, or related field;6+ years of experience in VAT advisory or VAT compliance function - ideally with French experience;Business fluent written and spoken in English and French to interact with the French Tax Administration and other French-speaking tax administrations;A recognised accounting or tax qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, AAT or similar);Experience in advisory or compliance function in EMEA jurisdictions, especially from French-speaking countries;Organised, 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;Collaborative team player comfortable in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice (https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy_page) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
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