What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tax Manager; Tax Engine, Tax position at Amazon?
DESCRIPTION
At Amazon, our vision is to be Earth's most customer-centric company. Our passion for invention leads us to pioneer and globalize new businesses and customer solutions daily. We are seeking a Tax Manager to be a member of our Global Tax Calculation Services Program.
The Global Tax Calculation Services Program is comprised of tax professionals and software engineers that are responsible for providing end-to-end global transaction tax calculation solutions (sales and use taxes, communication taxes, value-added taxes, good and services taxes, and other consumption taxes), to Amazon, and thousands of other merchants selling on Amazon marketplaces and other e-commerce platforms.
This position is focused primarily on tax engine configurations through Amazon’s software systems, though there may be opportunities for broader exposure to other tax projects.
Key job responsibilities
- Configuration and ongoing maintenance of Amazon's transaction tax calculation software.
- Researching transaction tax laws to create and maintain the tax rules (e.g. product taxability) within the transaction tax calculation software,
- Participating in projects throughout their lifecycle – from design through delivery – with an emphasis on testing to ensure that projects conform to the business requirements and rules.
- Communicating with sellers, customers, and Customer Service regarding the calculation of transaction taxes.
- Providing subject matter expertise to various business and IT organizations including Business Development, Marketing, Legal, Customer Service, and various product groups.
This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a team that is having a daily impact on company success.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 4 years of tax, finance or a related analytical field experience
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and applications at an advanced level
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 3 years of maintaining and operating transaction tax calculation software (e.g. Vertex) experience
- Experience researching indirect tax issues including taxability of products and services.
- Experience working in a large public accounting firm or multi-national corporate tax department
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $80,900/year in our lowest geographic market up to $172,900/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Salary : $80,900 - $172,900
