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Indirect Tax Executive with English

Hybrid in Barcelona·Added 22 days ago

Overview

Job details

  • Permanent contract

    Per the ad.

  • Hybrid

    Only from certain places, per the ad: “Remote work is not permitted from abroad or from locations more than 3 hours away from the office.”

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Michael Page España doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Be near Barcelona for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 3+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

  • University degree

    “Education: Administration and Business Management or Economics.” — per the ad.

Benefits

  • Private health insurance

    Per the ad: paid by the employer, or taken through flexible pay.

  • Flexible pay plan

    Take part of your salary as tax-free benefits, per the ad.

  • Gym access

    Free or discounted, per the ad.

Skills

This job was automatically translated to English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Flexible working hours: start time between 7:30 and 10:00. From Monday to Thursday, employees work 8 hours and 30 minutes of effective working time (plus a 40-minute break for lunch and coffee). On Fridays, there is a 6-hour intensive working day with flexible start time between 7:30 and 9:30.
  • Hybrid work policy: 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. It is not necessary to have passed the probation period; employees only need to comply with company policies. Remote work is not permitted from abroad or from locations more than 3 hours away from the office.
  • 22 working days of annual leave.
  • Subsidized canteen offering a full menu for €3.60 (deducted directly from payroll).
  • On-site gym, plus guided classes outside working hours for €18/month.
  • Parking available.
  • Flexible compensation plan including private health insurance, transport card, and childcare vouchers (paid through payroll).
  • Pension plan with Banco Santander (fully transferable to the employee upon departure).
  • Employee e-shop with discounts on company products.
  • Christmas gift box with company products valued at over €1,000.
  • Remote work allowance of €200 during the first month.

The role

What you'll do

Mission:

Reporting to the Area Tax Manager and as part of Global Finance Services located in Barcelona, s/he will be responsible for supporting a company or group of companies on tax matters, with a strong focus on indirect taxation.

We are seeking an experienced tax professional to support and oversee indirect tax matters in an international environment, including VAT/GST/Sales Tax compliance, e-commerce operations, management of multiple tax registrations, new logistic flows and tax automation initiatives. S/he will act as the point of contact for Accountants, Controlling, Business teams, Logistics, IT and local tax advisors to ensure indirect tax compliance and tax policies are properly applied within the companies under his/her scope.

Functions and Responsibilities:

Tax advice

  • Analyze the indirect tax treatment of new transactions, e-commerce models, marketplace arrangements and cross-border flows.
  • Perform regular reviews/audits to ensure indirect tax treatment, invoicing requirements and VAT/GST/Sales tax reporting are properly applied.
  • Monitor new indirect tax regulations, court resolutions, rulings and e-commerce indirect developments that may impact the business and anticipate recommendations.

Indirect tax compliance support

  • Support Accounting teams in the preparation and review of regular VAT/GST/Sales, Intrastat, EC Sales Lists and other indirect tax returns.
  • Ensure proper reconciliation between tax returns, general ledger, sales data, marketplace data and channel-specific transaction flows.
  • Define, maintain and review VAT/GST/Sales tax codes, tax determination rules and invoicing logic in SAP and other systems.
  • Coordinate the preparation of certain indirect tax returns and supporting documentation.
  • Review indirect tax returns prepared by external advisors and manage follow-up actions to ensure timely and accurate filings.

Tax registrations and business support:

  • Manage from HQ indirect tax related matters, especially for cross-border and e-commerce activities.
  • Manage and monitor VAT/GST/Sales tax registrations, deregistrations, local indirect tax obligations and related compliance calendars across jurisdictions.
  • Manage communications with tax authorities and external advisors in relation to indirect tax queries, audits and registration matters.

Global Reporting

  • Provide indirect tax data and analysis for global tax reporting, risk monitoring and internal control
  • Prepare and maintain documentation supporting indirect tax positions, business flows and key tax assumptions for internal and external stakeholders.

Tax IT transformation and electronic invoicing:

  • Support new business models and integrations with a strong focus on systems and data quality.
  • Develop controls, automation and improvements in IT systems to secure correct tax determination, invoicing, exemption management and reporting.
  • Identify, assess and implement new logistic and commercial flows, ensuring appropriate tax treatment, documentation and system configuration.
  • Support e-invoicing implementation and follow-up in all countries.

Summary

We are looking for an Indirect Tax Executive with English

  • International Company
  • Permanent Contract

Who are we looking for (M/F/D)?

Requirements:

Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a MNE Tax department or CPA firm, with solid exposure to indirect taxation in an international environment. Experience with e-commerce, VAT/GST/Sales tax registrations, logistics flows and SAP tax determination will be highly valued. Experience in USA and/or Canadian tax matters, sales tax, retail, wholesale or e-commerce will be highly valued as well, but it is not mandatory.

Seeking a candidate with strong IT affinity, experienced in systems interfaces and reconciliations, and comfortable working across integrated systems. A candidate with strong motivation to learn, curiosity and ability to work in a dynamic international environment.

Education: Administration and Business Management or Economics.

Languages: English required, Spanish preferred but not mandatory. Additional languages are considered an asset.

Competencies:

  • Flexible and adaptable to changes
  • Autonomous
  • Strong communication and analytical skills
  • Problem solving
  • Process improvement
  • Experience in Finance integration projects
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work in a multicultural environment

Specific Knowledge required: Expertise in SAP or similar ERP and Microsoft Office, strong knowledge of VAT/GST/Sales tax principles, e-commerce indirect tax rules, tax registrations, invoicing requirements, logistics flows and tax reporting processes. Experience with tax automation tools and indirect tax controls will be considered an asset

About Michael Page España

Michael Page is a global recruitment consultancy and part of PageGroup, one of the world's leading professional recruitment firms. The company specializes in placing mid-to-senior level professionals across a wide range of sectors, including technology, engineering, finance, sales, and human resources. With a strong presence in Spain, Michael Page operates offices in major cities and offers services such as executive search, temporary staffing, and outsourcing solutions.

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Our client is a leading international company operating in the premium beauty and fashion industry, with a strong presence across global markets. The organization is recognized for its iconic brands, innovation, and commitment to excellence, offering a dynamic and fast-paced environment for professionals looking to grow their careers in a highly competitive sector.

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