Indirect Tax Advisory Consultant

Dublin
Permanent
Full-time

2 months ago

Who we areAbout StripeStripe's mission is to increase the GDP of the internet. We build the most powerful and flexible tools for running an internet business. We handle billions of dollars each year and enable millions of users around the world to scale faster and more efficiently by building their businesses on Stripe. Our tax team works with Stripes across the company to develop an efficient tax structure, as our international business scales and expands into new markets. We are looking for a well-rounded and seasoned tax professional to help us lead this effort.About the teamThis function will be responsible for Indirect Tax Advisory, as it pertains to our international entities, to include determining taxability of new products coming to market, supporting management of indirect tax audits and other indirect tax matters with local Tax Authorities, working with our indirect tax systems & compliance leads on day to day matters, and much more. The ideal candidate should be able to work well with cross-functional teams. The candidate must be able to communicate and promote indirect tax advisory needs across Stripe and its subsidiaries, and communicate complex indirect tax concepts in ways that are meaningful and useful to non-tax professionals. The candidate will be able to work with a high level of collegiality, working on projects spanning multiple teams. The position will be based in Dublin and report to the International Indirect Tax Advisory Lead.What you'll doResponsibilities

Be an indirect tax subject matter expert (global VAT/GST) and resource to our business and finance teams in Stripe, managing various aspects of our indirect tax planning, and operations.
Take ownership of complex indirect tax planning and specialized operational projects.
Support Stripe's expansion internationally.
Monitor and interpret policy matters affecting indirect taxes internationally.
Partner with the international indirect tax compliance leads, and the international accounting teams on VAT/GST compliance, to support and refine the ongoing enhancement of indirect tax compliance processes.
Lead and co-ordinate indirect tax audits and other indirect tax matters involving tax authorities internationally.
Lead interactions with other tax team members and product and engineering teams to help define indirect tax requirements and collaborate on the design of tax solutions for our users.
Proactively promote indirect tax awareness and knowledge including training and liaising with business and tax partners on changes to indirect tax legislation, systems, policies and processes.

Who you areWe're looking for someone who meets the minimum requirements to be considered for the role. If you meet these requirements, you are encouraged to apply. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.Minimum requirements

6-8 years of relevant indirect tax knowledge, laws and regulations.
Bachelor's degree and professional qualification in tax or law
Legal or accountancy firm experience combined with in-house experience within a multinational business
Deep technical knowledge of indirect taxes as it relates to the digital economy, including the supply of services and physical products
Accounting experience and proficiency with ERP systems, and related data analytics skills
Ability to clearly and concisely translate complex tax technicals into actionable business advice for non-tax stakeholders and executive leadership
Strong project management experience, detail-oriented individual who can independently lead high-impact projects
Ability to extract, analyze, and review data and make appropriate recommendations
Ability to thrive in a fast paced, informal, and often ambiguous environment
Willingness to learn and ability to quickly acquire knowledge
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to work autonomously or within a team

Preferred qualifications

An advanced degree.
Experience working in technology, payments, or financial services.
Experience working in a high-growth, rapidly scaling environment.
A willingness to work with a diverse crew of tax nerds who care deeply about Stripe's tax issues and each other.

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