senior tax AnalystEnshored

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provision for Sales Taxes:
Identify and assess risks related to VAT compliance in various jurisdictions.
Create manual journal entries to provision for potential tax liabilities on the Balance Sheet and P&L.
Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure accurate representation of tax provisions.
Maintain clear documentation of provision calculations and justifications.
2. Monthly/Quarterly VAT Compliance:
Analyse buyer location data and perform necessary data cleansing.
Validate tax rates, product categorization, and VAT numbers to ensure compliance.
Prepare and submit accurate international VAT returns on a timely basis.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve any discrepancies.3.
Ad Hoc Projects and Research:
Conduct research on different topics such as international penalties, interest rates, and tax regulations.
Stay updated on digital services tax (DST), withholding tax, and other relevant tax developments.
Assist with VAT registration and deregistration's worldwide
Assist in the implementation of tax-related projects and initiatives.4.
Quarterly Reconciliations:
Perform quarterly reconciliations to ensure consistency between financial records and tax reports.
Identify discrepancies and collaborate with relevant teams to resolve them
MINIMUM REQUIREMENT QUALIFICATIONS
Key Skills:
Accounting qualification or bachelor's degree in law, accounting, finance, business, or a related field.
Previous experience in VAT compliance, international taxation, or related roles.
Advanced Excel skills for data handling and reconciliation purposes.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to work with precision.
Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently on tasks.
Team player with a proactive and positive attitude.
Demonstrated competency in the following areas is also required:
Commitment to delivering the highest quality first-time
Proven ability to work to deadlines and under pressure with a positive attitude
Has the initiative in a work setting, with positive outcomes
Proven to be a lead-taker, and able to work with passion without the need for constant coaching or manager intervention
Strong decision-making ability - especially on critical business concerns
Ability to build rapport with third-party partners and transact assertively
Summary of role requirements:
Flexible hours available
2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role
Working rights required for this role
Expected start date for role: 13 October 2023