Senior Indirect Tax Manager

AVASK ACCOUNTING & BUSINESS CONSULTANTS; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Indirect Tax Manager to lead their indirect tax function globally. This pivotal role combines strategic vision with operational excellence, allowing you to influence key business decisions and drive value for clients. You will oversee compliance across multiple jurisdictions, provide strategic advice to senior management, and champion technology integration to enhance tax processes. Join a rapidly expanding firm specializing in international VAT and tax for e-commerce, where your expertise will play a crucial role in shaping the future of tax management.

Formación

• 10+ years in indirect tax management with a global focus.
• Proven ability to provide strategic advice to senior stakeholders.

Responsabilidades

• Lead global indirect tax strategy and compliance management.
• Provide expert advisory services to high-value clients.

Conocimientos

Indirect Tax Management

Leadership Skills

Strategic Advisory

Compliance Management

Risk Management

Technology Integration

Communication Skills

Educación

ACA/CTA/CPA qualified or equivalent

Herramientas

VAT Platform

Automation Tools

Descripción del empleo

Role: Senior Indirect Tax Manager

Salary: Competitive

Location: Madrid

We are seeking a seasoned and forward-thinking Senior Indirect Tax Manager to lead our indirect tax function across a global landscape. This is a high-impact role that combines strategic vision with operational excellence, offering the opportunity to influence business-critical decisions and drive measurable value for both our organisation and clients.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in indirect tax management, coupled with strong leadership skills and a commitment to innovation.

Senior Indirect Tax Manager, the role

Strategic Leadership

• Define and execute a global indirect tax strategy that aligns with business objectives and supports international growth.
• Provide strategic advisory services to senior management and the board on indirect tax implications of significant business initiatives, including acquisitions, expansions, and restructures.
• Act as a key partner in driving the company's tax optimisation initiatives to deliver long-term client value.

Compliance and Governance

• Oversee global compliance: Manage indirect tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions, including VAT, GST, and Sales Tax, ensuring all filings are accurate and submitted within deadlines.
• Client advisory and representation: Provide expert advisory services to high-value clients, showcasing the company's expertise and commitment to excellence in indirect tax management.
• Platform demonstration and stakeholder engagement: Demonstrate the capabilities of the company's VAT platform to external stakeholders, enhancing confidence and supporting enterprise and strategic client needs.
• Proactive legislative monitoring: Stay ahead of global legislative changes, updating policies and procedures to ensure seamless compliance with evolving tax laws.
• Audit leadership: Lead both internal and external audits, building credibility and trust with tax authorities and external advisors while mitigating risks for the organisation and for clients.
• Advocacy and audit defence: Challenge tax authority decisions during VAT audits, effectively defending client interests and delivering favourable outcomes.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the indirect tax function.

Advisory, Optimisation, and Collaboration

• Provide expert, solution-oriented advice to internal stakeholders on complex indirect tax issues, ensuring risks are minimised and opportunities are maximised.
• Partner with finance, legal, and operational teams to embed tax considerations into business strategies.
• Lead indirect tax input in cross-border transactions, ensuring compliance while driving efficiencies.
• Identify and execute tax-efficient structures to support business expansion and optimise tax positions globally.
• Champion the integration of technology to streamline indirect tax processes, improve accuracy, and enhance reporting.
• Collaborate with software, product development, and IT teams to implement automation tools for VAT, GST, and Sales Tax compliance.

Risk Management

• Develop and enforce robust controls and procedures to mitigate tax risks.
• Conduct regular reviews and audits to ensure adherence to global and local regulations.

About you

• ACA/CTA/CPA qualified or equivalent, with a strong focus on indirect tax.
• Minimum 10 years of extensive experience in indirect tax management within a global context.
• Proven ability to provide strategic advice to senior stakeholders and the board.
• Demonstrated expertise in leveraging technology to drive efficiency in tax operations.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of building and developing high-performing teams.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organisation.

About AVASK

AVASK Global Compliance is a rapidly expanding firm specialising in international VAT, tax, and accounting for e-commerce businesses globally, including Italy.

AVASK is recommended as External Tax Advisors under the Amazon Global Selling Programme and assists hundreds of Amazon FBA sellers, eBay, Shopify, and other platform users. The firm provides comprehensive expertise—from practical guidance on cross-border transactions and full compliance to group structures and tax advisory services.

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