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Job Description:Vertex is looking for an Indirect Tax Technology Analyst (LATAM or APAC) who will analyse VAT and technical requirements and implement those during monthly updates in the Vertexregistered VAT Compliance product (VVC). This role will appeal to a detail oriented, creative thinker that enjoys problem solving and is interested in VAT, and in tax software/technology. The Tax Technology Specialist will work closely together with the Tax Research Solutions and Development Teams.VVC processes data imported by our customers to provide signature ready VAT Returns, Filing Reports, and Intrastat returns (incl. related e-files). You will be part of the team that makes sure every transaction makes its way to the right place on the right return, is monitoring announced compliance changes for all countries VVC supports and is analysing and implementing these changes to the VAT forms and reportings, as well as, adding new countries to the coverage (e-)reports.While supporting and implementing the content, this team aligns with internal stakeholders to offer the best value to our customers. This means our team members need to understand not only the VAT but also the technology aspects of VVC.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Keep track of sources where VAT compliance changes are announced and maintain links to the right tax office websites. Monitor these VAT changes in the respective VAT legislations on a continuous basis, as well as obtain information from the respective Tax AuthoritiesIdentify, understand, document, and communicate relevant changes in the VAT law or regulations that could have an impact on VVC, to the team, on a continuous basisPerform maintenance of VVC by translating the VAT compliance changes including, but not limited to updates of VAT rates, rules, forms, e-file schema - to technical input for VVC, and document the changes madeResearch on new returns / countries to implementContent design and implementation of new returns / countriesPopulate databases to support various types of testingsPerform quality assurance tasks following documented processesSupport customer service by answering questions / solving issues pertaining to VAT rates, rules, returns, enhancements, or bugs, via a ticketing systemSupport our dynamic environment, using agile methodologies, collaborating with other departments, contributing time, effort, and ideasEnhance job knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks, participating in professional societies, developing and/or maintaining proficiency in the latest personal productivity tools is a plus (ex. Alteryx, Power BI, etc.)SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:N/AKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Ability to interact effectively with internal stakeholdersExpertise and knowledge in Latin America or Asia Pacific regions Indirect Taxes and Reporting is a mustExpertise and knowledge in EMEA regions Indirect Taxes and Reporting is an assetCapability to teach, develop and trainCapability to multi-task and prioritize to meet team goals, commitments and KPIsAbility to work effectively in multi-jurisdictions/regionsAbility to problem-solveAbility to understand VAT information and to formulate interpretations and developing the ability to judge how those affect / apply to VVCAbility to develop a good understanding on how customers would use VVCAbility to work without supervision. Latitude for independent decision makingAbility to apply professional concepts, experience, and company objectives to perform an in-depth analysis of situations or date to resolve complex issues in creative waysAbility to listen and understand information and communicate the sameStrong English communication skills (oral, written, presentation and facilitation)Result oriented, customer focused, and exhibit good interpersonal skillsTeam player with strong collaboration skillsAbility to set the right priorities with strong time management skillsLife-long learnerProficiency in Microsoft Office packagesEDUCATION AND TRAINING:Bachelors degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance, Data Science, or similar degree is requiredObtained or actively pursuing one or more of the following: Juris Doctorate (J.D.), Master in Taxation, MBA, CMI or CPA certification (active or inactive) is preferred.Six (6) plus years in a multi-jurisdictional environment with emphasis on Indirect TaxIndustry or consulting (LATAM or APAC regions) experience is a plusExperience with Vertex or other tax engines is a plusOr equivalent combination of education and/or experienceOther QualificationsThe Winning Way behaviours that all Vertex employees need in order to meet the expectations of each other, our customers, and our partners. Communicate with Clarity - Be clear, concise, and actionable. Be relentlessly constructive. Seek and provide meaningful feedback. Act with Urgency - Adopt an agile mentality - frequent iterations, improved speed, resilience. 80/20 rule
