Indirect Senior Tax Analyst- VAT

About the Team Responsible for overseeing the tax compliance, planning, and tax due-diligence for GOAT Group, the Tax team is essential to each department and their respective business goals. The Tax team collaborates with stakeholders, both internal and external, to ensure the financial health of the company through accurate and timely tax filings, advising on strategic business decisions, and maintaining compliance with federal, state, and international laws and regulations. Role Overview GOAT is looking for a Senior Indirect Tax Analyst, VAT who will play a key role in our Tax Team, working with the Global Indirect Tax Manager in managing the Company’s global indirect tax function while working collaboratively on cross functional projects, ongoing business operations and new initiatives. In this role, you will: Collaborate and establish relationships with global business stakeholders to identify and ensure appropriate management of VAT/GST reporting on marketplace platform as part of global pricing initiatives   Prepare, review, and or work with outside consultants on VAT registrations, monthly/quarterly VAT filings, and determining basis for input tax/VAT refunds/recoupment of taxes Evaluate planning opportunities related to international indirect tax for business operations and new initiatives Optimize VAT collection/remittance between products and digital sales for VAT and Non-VAT registered sellers  Understand billing, invoicing, and reporting systems and implement invoicing requirements related to changing international tax laws or business operations Managing customer/vendors/sellers tax queries on VAT related issues and B2B transactions Interpret, apply and implement complex indirect tax issues related to VAT and GST while researching tax technical matters, positions, policies, and procedures in drafting memorandum to support conclusions Manage relationship with outside tax consultants and regulatory authorities on International Indirect tax matters on an ongoing basis Communicate, implement, and streamline tax compliance policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable tax laws, rules, and regulations Review current processes and identify/implement tax technology opportunities for automation or improvements to increase efficiency Keep informed of applicable industry-specific tax laws, regulations, and tax incentives to ensure that appropriate tax strategies are in place We are looking for: Minimum of 3 years of in-house VAT/GST experience in Big 4 accounting firm and or Tax Department of a multinational corporation; marketplace experience a plus Solid understanding of VAT/GST considerations globally An inquisitive mind, and comfortable challenging assumptions and the status quo Excellent communication (verbal and written) to convey tax impact of complex technical issues to tax team and non-tax business key stakeholders Understanding of billing and invoicing systems related to VAT and GST  requirements Highly motivated collaborator who embraces change and is a champion of continuous improvement Willingness in building collaborative relationships within non-Finance stakeholders Strong analysis, problem solving, and research skills with ability to see the big picture Excellent analytical, writing, and oral communication skills; ability to prepare and present complex data and tax research in a simple, understandable manner for internal business partners Must be process oriented, a problem solver, self-starter, attention to detail, and deadline conscious Team player with strong interpersonal skills and capable of partnering across various key stakeholders to communicate tax requirements and respond to information requests for key tax deliverables Flexibility working on multiple projects with deadlines and ability to deal with ambiguity Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Accounting, a Masters of Taxation a plus CPA license or JD is a plus   GOAT Group represents the leading platforms for authentic sneakers, apparel and accessories. Operating four distinct brands–GOAT, Flight Club, Grailed and alias–GOAT Group has a global community of over 50M members across 170 countries. GOAT is the global platform for the greatest products from the past, present and future. Since its founding in 2015, GOAT has become the leading and most trusted sneaker marketplace in the world, and has expanded to offer apparel and accessories from select emerging, contemporary and iconic brands. Through its unique positioning between the primary and resale markets, the company offers styles across various time periods on its digital platforms and in its retail locations, while delivering products to over 50 million members across 170 countries. Established in New York City over 15 years ago, Flight Club revolutionized sneaker retail as the original consignment store for rare shoes. Carrying the rarest exclusives and collectible sneakers, Flight Club has evolved from a one-stop sneaker destination, to a cultural hub for sneaker enthusiasts and novices alike. With three brick-and-mortar locations in New York City, Los Angeles and Miami, Flight Club remains the premier source for authentic, rare sneakers. Founded in 2013, Grailed is the leading community-driven marketplace for rare luxury, streetwear and vintage fashion. The marketplace was built for enthusiasts, by enthusiasts, and features products from brands including Supreme, Raf Simons, Gucci, Saint Laurent, Balenciaga, Prada and more. With a highly curated selection of resale pieces including inventory exclusive to the platform, Grailed makes fashion accessible. The company is backed by strategic investor Foot Locker, Inc. as well as some of the leading names in venture capital including Park West Asset Management, T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc., Franklin Templeton, Adage Capital Management, Ulysses Management, D1 Capital Partners, Accel, Andreessen Horowitz, Index Ventures, Matrix Partners, Upfront Ventures, Webb Investment Network and Y Combinator. GOAT Group will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, if applicable. By applying, you authorize GOAT Group to send you text messages regarding your job application, interview and/or onboarding process, and other job opportunities at GOAT Group. If you are a California resident, please review our California Privacy Rights Notice for Job Applicants .  If you are an EU or UK resident, please review our EU / UK Candidate & Employee Privacy Notice.