Amazon's diverse business requires VAT filings in a number of jurisdictions globally. Amazon is seeking a Senior VAT Analyst to work in its International Indirect Tax Compliance team based in Bratislava, Slovakia. This position will be responsible (as part of a larger team) for the preparation 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 Amazon or third-party sellers.
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 Planning 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 organisation.

Key job responsibilities
Working within the International Indirect Tax Compliance team, the Senior VAT Compliance Analyst will be required to:

• Prepare, analyse, review and submit EMEA VAT returns and related filings;
• Organise VAT registrations across various jurisdictions;
• Assist in the mapping of VAT processes, and identify areas for improvement and solutions for VAT issues;
• Prepare and review month-end VAT account reconciliations;
• Provide internal and external audit support, including data analysis;
• Provide VAT compliance support to colleagues throughout the business and, in particular, accounting groups and contributing and driving preparation of Tax Requirement Documents for tech teams;
• Lead and participate in cross-functional projects with a priority on automation and in-housing;
• Supports business growth and on-boarding of new entities to VAT compliance processes.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or related field
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and applications at an advanced level
• Experience working in a large public accounting firm or multi-national corporate tax department
• • Bachelor’s degree in tax, accounting, finance, or related field
• • 2+ 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;
• • Business fluent in English

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with strong project management skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Other language such as German, French, Spanish, Arabic are beneficial (keep only what is not required only)
• A recognised accounting or tax qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, AAT or similar);
• Able to take ownership of work, implement change, and demonstrate a problem-solving approach;
• Able to work to tight deadlines and under pressure.
• Taxation or Accounting professional qualification, with proven experience in preparing VAT returns and good knowledge of balance sheet reconciliations 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.

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