Lead, Indirect Tax (Manager), EMEA

Nike

  • Hilversum, Noord-Holland
  • Vast
  • Voltijds
  • 2 dagen geleden
Become a Part of the NIKE TeamNIKE does more than outfit the world's best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At Nike, it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.With a bold long-term growth strategy, Nike is counting on our Global Finance organization to thrive in its mission: to drive and deliver value to every Nike shareholder.Nike's Global Tax Team is an innovative and strategic expert function whose mission is to build, optimize, and protect tax value to support Nike's finance, business, and shareholder objectives. We look for leaders, influencers, collaborators, and experts who can champion change as we evolve and help build our blueprint for the future!WHO ARE WE LOOKING FORWe're looking for an EMEA VAT Lead who thrives on providing advice on new business initiatives, analyzing impacts from tax and policy changes and supporting compliance while delivering controls and process improvements.You have a keen eye for tax controls and governance and are an easy go-to point of contact for any indirect tax query that comes your way. You will guide (Indirect) Tax staff, manage service partners, direct external consultants and engage with Tax Authorities on controversy across the EMEA region.WHAT YOU WILL WORK ONAs the EMEA VAT Lead, you will work on:
  • Advising on the indirect tax implications of new business initiatives, changes in supply chain, technology deployments and other projects.
  • Supporting and delivering on the tax control framework.
  • Managing VAT matters in relation to controversy towards the authorities.
  • Working with our Managed Service Provider to identify and address VAT compliance deficiencies and deliver further improvements in our reporting processes.
  • Driving indirect tax process improvements and further centralization of Indirect Tax operations.
  • Delivering VAT solutions for business enablement and P&L savings while ensuring compliance with tax laws, by utilizing technology solutions such as OneSource, SAP, Alteryx, and tax research tools
  • Tracking, analyzing and executing impact of changes in tax law and policy.
  • Identifying and realizing indirect tax opportunities, such as VAT refunds and reducing VAT leakage.
  • Delivering indirect tax training.
  • Responding to VAT queries from across the business.
WHO WILL YOU WORK WITHYou will be located at our EHQ in Hilversum, Netherlands and will work together with the EMEA VAT Principal and the wider EMEA Tax team on anything VAT related. You will be part of the Global Tax function reporting to the Global Indirect Tax Director based at our WHQ in Beaverton, Oregon. Outside of the Tax function, you can expect to work frequently with our Business, Controlling, Corporate Finance, Legal, Technology, Customs and Transportation teams.WHAT YOU BRING TO NIKE
  • Bachelor’s and Master Degree in (Indirect) Tax Law or Fiscal Economics
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in Industry and/or Tax Consulting positions
  • Demonstrated understanding of complex tax concepts, with the ability to review legal research and apply interpretations to relevant fact patterns.
  • Proven ability to communicate complex topics and concepts to a diverse audience, including in meetings and by presentations.
  • Consistent track record in developing collaborative relationships across teams and functions.
  • Experience managing VAT compliance and controls, tax controversy and delivering VAT advice as part of broader projects.
  • Ability to absorb and navigate large and sometimes contradictory or ambiguous data and perspectives to deliver effective solutions.
  • Proficiency with SAP ERP, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint and other developing technologies is preferred.
  • Strong enthusiasm and passion for the NIKE brand!
NIKE is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.NIKE is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world. NIKE is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

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