JOB SUMMARY:
Vertex is looking for an Indirect Tax Technology Analyst (LATAM or APAC expertise is required but candidate location is not limited to these regions) who will analyze VAT and technical requirements and implement those during monthly updates in the Vertex® VAT Compliance product (‘VVC’). This role will appeal to a detail oriented, creative thinker that enjoys problem solving and is interested in VAT, and in tax software/technology. The Tax Technology Specialist will work closely together with the Tax Research Solutions and Development Teams.
VVC processes data imported by our customers to provide signature ready VAT Returns, Filing Reports, and Intrastat returns (incl. related e-files). You will be part of the team that makes sure every transaction makes its way to the right place on the right return, is monitoring announced compliance changes for all countries VVC supports and is analyzing and implementing these changes to the VAT forms and reporting’s, as well as, adding new countries to the coverage (e-)reports.
While supporting and implementing the content, this team aligns with internal stakeholders to offer the best value to our customers. This means our team members need to understand not only the VAT but also the technology aspects of VVC.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Keep track of sources where VAT compliance changes are announced and maintain links to the right tax office websites. Monitor these VAT changes in the respective VAT legislations on a continuous basis, as well as obtain information from the respective Tax Authorities
Identify, understand, document, and communicate relevant changes in the VAT law or regulations that could have an impact on VVC, to the team, on a continuous basis
Perform maintenance of VVC by translating the VAT compliance changes – including, but not limited to updates of VAT rates, rules, forms, e-file schema - to technical input for VVC, and document the changes made
Research on new returns / countries to implement
Content design and implementation of new returns / countries
Populate databases to support various types of testing’s
Perform quality assurance tasks following documented processes
Support customer service by answering questions / solving issues pertaining to VAT rates, rules, returns, enhancements, or bugs, via a ticketing system
Support our dynamic environment, using agile methodologies, collaborating with other departments, contributing time, effort, and ideas
Enhance job knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks, participating in professional societies, developing and/or maintaining proficiency in the latest personal productivity tools is a plus (ex. Alteryx, Power BI, etc.)
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
N/A
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to interact effectively with internal stakeholders
Expertise and knowledge in Latin America or Asia Pacific region’s Indirect Taxes and Reporting is a must
Expertise and knowledge in EMEA region’s Indirect Taxes and Reporting is an asset
Capability to teach, develop and train
Capability to multi-task and prioritize to meet team goals, commitments and KPIs
Ability to work effectively in multi-jurisdictions/regions
Ability to problem-solve
Ability to understand VAT information and to formulate interpretations and developing the ability to judge how those affect / apply to VVC
Ability to develop a good understanding on how customers would use VVC
Ability to work without supervision. Latitude for independent decision making
Ability to apply professional concepts, experience, and company objectives to perform an in-depth analysis of situations or date to resolve complex issues in creative ways
Ability to listen and understand information and communicate the same
Strong English communication skills (oral, written, presentation and facilitation)
Result oriented, customer focused, and exhibit good interpersonal skills
Team player with strong collaboration skills
Ability to set the right priorities with strong time management skills
Life-long learner
Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance, Data Science, or similar degree is required
Obtained or actively pursuing one or more of the following: Juris Doctorate (J.D.), Master in Taxation, MBA, CMI or CPA certification (active or inactive) is preferred.
Six (6) plus years in a multi-jurisdictional environment with emphasis on Indirect Tax
Industry or consulting (LATAM or APAC regions) experience is a plus
Experience with Vertex or other tax engines is a plus
Or equivalent combination of education and/or experience
