USA - Tax - Indirect Tax - Value Added Tax (VAT) - Analyst Will you shape the future or will the future shape you? The opportunity Join our dynamic EY Tax team, where our global expertise and deep technical knowledge across all tax disciplines are enhanced by the latest in innovation and cutting-edge technology. We pride ourselves on exceptional client service, strong accountability, and governance, making us the top choice for industry executives and the largest revenue-generating US and global tax practice.
Our Indirect Tax practices navigate the complexities of state and local taxes, which often constitute a company's largest tax burden and are on the rise globally. Our approach helps businesses understand their tax liabilities, identify risks and opportunities, and align with their broader tax strategy, reinforcing the critical role of tax and finance in the modern business landscape. Learn from our experienced professionals, cutting-edge technology, and proven methodologies to effectively manage our clients' indirect tax posture.
Your Key Responsibilities EY US VAT Practice supports US multinationals with their VAT position outside the US. VAT stands for Value Added Tax, and most countries outside the US apply this tax on the supply of goods and services.
You will work together with the many different nationalities, including Dutch, British, Brazilian, Romanian, and on a day-to-day basis you will be in contact with our foreign EY offices. It's hard to find a job that's more international than working in the VAT practice.
As an Analyst in our VAT practice, you will:
- Support senior team members throughout client engagements by understanding client needs, collaborating with foreign EY offices, drafting deliverables, and managing administrative tasks like engagement economics and invoicing.
- Focus on three key areas:
- Automations Support: Assist clients in implementing compliant systems for VAT input and output, ensuring accurate invoicing and reporting.
- Advisory Services: Provide insights on client activities and supply chains, including reviewing agreements, drafting technical memos, and creating transaction flow diagrams.
- Compliance & Reporting: Aid clients with VAT compliance outside the US by monitoring filing deadlines, reviewing data, and overseeing VAT returns prepared by our Global Delivery Services Team.
- Develop a solid understanding of VAT principles and global systems, enhance your technical skills, and stay informed on VAT trends to better serve clients.
- Manage multiple projects effectively, prioritizing tasks and tracking progress across various engagements.
- Contribute to team success by mastering EY's methodologies and tools to improve service delivery.
Skills and attributes for success To qualify for the role, you must have: - A predicted undergraduate or graduate degree with a concentration in Finance, Economics, International Business, or a related field; or an advanced degree in Tax or Law; supported by a strong academic record.
- 3.0 cumulative college/university GPA.
- Have an interest in international business and taxation.
- Demonstrate interest in learning about VAT and actively invest time in your personal development.
- Comfortable to work on topics you're unfamiliar with, but you're eager to understand and grasp them.
- Excellent communication skills, proficiency in basic MS Office tools, and strong writing skills, with business fluency in the English language.
- An interest working in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
- Access to reliable transportation to/from the EY office and client sites. A driver's license is strongly recommended as ride share and public transportation options may not be available in all locations.
- The ability and willingness to travel and work in excess of standard hours when necessary. In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs.
- You must reside within a commutable distance of the office location associated with this position.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship, now and in the future.
Ideally, you will have: - Cumulative college/university GPA of 3.2 or above.
- Proficiency in a technology-enabled environment.
- Knowledge of how to leverage firm-approved AI tools in a business setting, including Microsoft Copilot.
Please note this position is
not able to consider candidates with an Accounting major. CPA-track candidates with an interest in Tax should explore opportunities in the
360 Careers Tax; you can learn more about the 360 Careers Experience here.
What we offer youAt EY, we'll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We'll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.
- We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $78,000 to $100,000. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
- Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
- Under our flexible vacation policy, you'll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You'll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
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