Job Description:
We are seeking a Local VAT Expert with experience in Europe, particularly in Germany, France, Italy, the United Kingdom, and Spain to join our Global Tax Calculation Services team based in Barcelona.
The Global Tax Calculation Services Program is comprised of tax professionals and software engineers responsible for providing end-to-end global transaction tax calculation solutions (sales and use taxes, value-added taxes, goods and services taxes, and other consumption taxes).
The individual in this role will work on VAT product and services taxability research, monitor VAT rate legislation changes and latest rulings, and provide technical advice to ensure the tax calculation platform is in continued compliance with both local VAT and global indirect tax laws.
This position will work closely with local business partners and the rest of the members of the tax department, providing guidance and support to Global Product Classification.
Key Responsibilities:
* Supporting and maintaining local and global indirect tax rates content
* Providing support to the end-to-end Global transaction tax calculation solutions for a broad array of products and services
* Supporting internal and external audits
* Providing technical advice on VAT rates applicable to Amazon's catalogue based on the research of tax laws, regulations, and jurisdiction changes
* Supporting local business partners and tax department members with decisions on product taxability matters
* Participating in team operational excellence programs and process improvements
* Actively participating in selected projects throughout their life-cycle