Analyst - Mange Indirect Tax

Shell; Makati; On-site; PHP 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

An international energy company based in Makati is seeking an Analyst for its US Value Indirect Tax role. The successful candidate will handle compliance activities, tax returns, and provide analytical support. Candidates with a degree in Finance/Accountancy and at least 2 years of relevant experience are encouraged to apply. This position offers opportunities for growth and collaboration in a diverse environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Competitive starting salary

Paid parental leave

Training and development programmes

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in Finance.
• Knowledge of US and/or EU and/or Asia Pacific indirect taxes.
• Effective analytical skills and the ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Deliver all assigned indirect tax compliance activities.
• Prepare tax returns and relevant tax payments.
• Handle month-end close procedures.

Skills

Finance

Good influencing skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Customer focused

Education

Degree in Finance/Accountancy

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Analyst - US Value Indirect Tax role offers exciting opportunities for tax professionals to strengthen US taxation expertise, handle complex end-to-end activities, deliver process improvements while enhancing various interpersonal skills which include effective communication, collaboration and influencing.

Responsible for the delivery of end-to-end Shell tax reporting and filing obligation from first time right tax account setups to analysis, accounts reconciliation, issues resolution leading to accurate and timely submission of returns and processing of tax payments and refunds for Value-based Indirect Taxes applicable to various Shell companies in the US spanning downstream, upstream and projects & technologies operations.

What you’ll be doing

The Tax Compliance Analyst is responsible to deliver all assigned indirect tax compliance and admin activities which include preparation of low complex tax returns and its relevant tax payments or refunds in a timely and accurate manner and first-time right tax account setups.

• Complete all assigned indirect tax scope (Complex to high complex activities) in a timely and accurate manner. Effective escalation is required when necessary.
• Responsible for data accumulation required for the preparation of indirect tax filings including VAT, GST, and other customer and vendor transactional taxes.
• Responsible for month end close procedures, involving preparation of tax account reconciliations and preparation of journal vouchers including control checks of transactional data to identify any errors or anomalies.
• Ensure all indirect tax related corrections and adjustments are entered correctly in the ERP system.
• Assist with managing the Indirect Tax function to ensure compliance with all laws and regulations, as well as minimize risk and exposure.
• Responds to assessments and inquiries, when needed.

Admin:

• Coordinates adherence to current legal & fiscal requirements relative to indirect tax
• Maintain ED rates, parameters and licenses timely and accurately
• Responsible for executing change requests for excise duty data within SAP
• Responsible for maintaining customer and vendor indirect tax exemptions within Sabrix
• Deliver timely & accurately results of assigned activities

Others:

• Demonstrate leadership potential and the ability to work collaboratively with peers and management.
• Support CI value delivery, tax savings, robotics, simple process and automation for process standardization
• Provide MIT process advice in case of changes in system set up, close cooperation with Super users or subject matter expert in case of system issues.
• Flexible in taking ad hoc assignments as needed (i.e. work transitions/migrations, back-up for medium and high complex states, project improvements, etc.)

What you bring

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Degree in Finance/Accountancy, with at least 2 years combined business experience in Finance area and knowledge of US and/or EU and/or Asia pacific indirect taxes (VAT, custom duties, excise duties) in a diverse/global company.
• Good influencing, communications/stakeholder engagement skills, both written and oral.
• Experience on using major ERP systems such as SAP, JDE, OneSource and proficient in all Microsoft Office applications with advanced knowledge of Excel required.
• Attention to detail, effective analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to multi-task, prioritize and deliver results in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with proven ability to meet deadlines and preform under pressure.
• Demonstrate leadership potential and the ability to work collaboratively with peers and management.
• Customer focused; able to build effective partnerships with internal customers and work as part of a team.
• Demonstrate sound work ethics, respect, team building, and cultural sensitivity and awareness.

What we offer

You bring your skills and experience to Shell and in return you work with talented, committed people on one of the most important challenges facing our planet. You’ll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty, integrity, and respect for one another.

• Progress as a person as we work on the energy transition together.
• Continuously grow the transferable skills you need to get ahead.
• Work at the forefront of technology, trends, and practices.
• Collaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertise.
• Achieve your balance in a values-led culture that encourages you to be the best version of yourself.
• Benefit from flexible working hours, and the possibility of remote/mobile working.
• Perform at your best with a competitive starting salary and annual performance-related salary increase – our pay and benefits packages are considered to be among the best in the world.
• Take advantage of paid parental leave, including for non-birthing parents.
• Join an organisation working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, and life experiences to apply.
• Grow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in and international teams.
• Gain access to a wide range of training and development programmes.

Shell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.