DESCRIPTION

Amazon’s diverse business requires Indirect Tax (ITX) filings in a number of jurisdictions globally. Amazon is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic Indirect Tax Compliance Tax Analyst to work in its International Indirect Tax Compliance team based in Bangalore, India. 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 of various APAC ITX returns and related filings. This position may also assist in the provision of data to tax authorities and other ITX compliance actions relating to Amazon or third-party sellers.
Work may also include some mainstream ITX compliance activities, supporting internal and external audits, and liaising with colleagues in ITX Compliance and Controllership as well as Tax 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 ITX 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 Indirect Tax Compliance Analyst will be required to:
• Prepare, analyse and submit APAC ITX returns and related filings;
• Assist with ITX registrations across various jurisdictions;
• Assist with ITX compliance queries from Amazon businesses;
• Assist in the mapping of ITX processes, and identify areas for improvement and solutions for ITX issues;
• Prepare or review month-end ITX account reconciliations;
• Provide internal and external audit support, including data analysis;
• Provide ITX compliance support to colleagues throughout the business and, in particular, Accounting groups and contributing and driving preparation of Tax Requirement Documents for tech teams;
• Participate in cross-functional projects with a priority on automation and in-housing;
• Supports business growth and on-boarding of new entities to ITX compliance processes

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

– • Bachelor’s degree in tax, accounting, finance, or related field
– • 2+ years of experience of working in ITX advisory or ITX compliance function having basic ITX knowledge
– • Knowledge of Microsoft Office products at an advanced level, Advanced in MS Excel;
– • Business fluent in English

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

– • 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.
– • Collaborate team player who is comfortable with a fast paced and dynamic environment