Global Indirect Tax Lead, Global Tax E-invoicing Solution (GTES)

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EY
Johannesburg
ZAR 60 000 - 100 000
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Job description

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.

We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Join EY and help to build a better working world.

The opportunity

With the rapid development of tax technology solutions, especially Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions, it is essential to enhance our operational models for future success. EY Tax and Law have established a new “Centre of Excellence” (CoE) to support SaaS solutions throughout their lifecycle.

The objectives of the SaaS CoE are twofold:

  1. Operational management of Tax and Law SaaS solutions
  2. Sales enablement and support to drive market success

The SaaS CoE currently supports solutions like GVRT, GTES, MDR Web, EY GloBE Engine, and DPN, with plans for rapid expansion.

Joining the SaaS CoE offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to its success, ensuring smooth operation of supported technology solutions.

Your key responsibilities

EY seeks an Indirect Tax Lead to develop and manage GTES, reimagining how clients handle global e-invoicing and e-reporting. You will work with various teams to develop GTES from proof-of-concept to production, ensuring compliance and value delivery.

Your role involves defining tax requirements, ensuring regulatory compliance, and collaborating across functions to meet client needs and regulatory standards.

Skills and attributes for success

We value excellent communication, confidence, maturity, and experience in a commercial environment. Other key qualities include relationship management, flexibility, analytical skills, organization, teamwork, high energy, and decisiveness.

To qualify for the role, you must have

  • A degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or related field; professional certifications preferred
  • 7-10 years of taxation experience, especially in VAT/GST and e-invoicing, with managerial experience
  • Knowledge of global tax regulations and compliance
  • Proficiency in tax technology solutions (advantageous)

Ideally, you’ll also have

  • Experience in professional services
  • Familiarity with EY internal processes
  • Experience with other e-invoicing products

What we look for

  • Ability to prioritize deadlines and supervise junior team members
  • Coaching and leadership skills
  • Influencing skills and ability to deliver results

What we offer

EY offers future-focused skills development, world-class experiences, and a diverse, inclusive environment. Learn more about our culture and opportunities. Apply today. Please inform us of any disability accommodations needed during recruitment.

EY | Building a better working world

We create value for clients, society, and the planet, leveraging data, AI, and technology. Our services span assurance, consulting, tax, strategy, and transactions, across more than 150 countries.

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