Ph3Overview /h3 pbRole: /b Head of Indirect Tax /p pbSalary: /b Depending on experience /p pbLocation: /b Milan (hybrid - minimum of 4 days in the office) /p pThe Head of Indirect Tax will play a pivotal role in overseeing and ensuring compliance with VAT regulations in Europe; specifically, Italy, implementing process improvements, and supporting AVASK and its clients with all aspects of Indirect Tax compliance. This role is based in our office in Milan, Italy. /p h3Responsibilities /h3 ul liIndirect Tax Compliance: Responsibility for European VAT compliance ensuring timely and accurate filing of VAT returns. Provide advice and support to clients on all Indirect Tax related matters. /li liClient Communication: Engage with clients, ensuring clear and effective dialogue. Providing expert consultancy support, understanding client needs and delivering tailored solution, building relationships, and fostering trust with clients. /li liProcess Improvement: Ensure process quality and identify areas for process improvement within the VAT compliance framework and work with stakeholders to implement streamlined and efficient procedures. /li liTax Office Communication: Work closely with the Tax office to optimise workflows, manage tax queries and audits. /li liAudits: Assisting clients with VAT audits and compliance checks. /li liAutomation and Technology Integration: Lead efforts to leverage automation and technology solutions to enhance efficiency and accuracy in Indirect Tax compliance processes. Work collaboratively with the Software Team to identify and implement software tools and systems that streamline data collection, reporting, and reconciliation for VAT and Sales Tax requirements. /li liPeople Management: Lead, coach and manage a team of Indirect Tax professionals. /li liE-Invoicing Compliance: Stay up to date with e-invoicing regulations and mandates in Italy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of e-invoicing requirements into the company's billing and accounting systems, ensuring compliance with all electronic invoicing standards. /li liRegulatory Updates: Keep abreast of changes in Indirect Tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements ensuring the company always remains fully compliant. /li liRisk Management: Assess potential risks and opportunities related to Indirect Taxes and implement measures to mitigate risks and maximise tax efficiencies. /li liDocumentation and Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate and organised records of all Indirect Tax-related activities, including filings, supporting documents, and correspondence. /li liAd-hoc Projects: Participate in ad-hoc projects related to Indirect Taxation, financial analysis, or process improvement, as assigned by senior management /li /ul h3The person /h3 h3Essential /h3 ul liEducated to Degree Level. /li liExperience working in Law/VAT/Accountancy/Finance. /li liMinimum 10 years’ experience as a VAT Manager. /li liFluent in Italian and English. /li liHas shown evidence of own career and professional development. /li liExtensive experience working in a large accounting function. /li liExperience of managing a team. /li liProven track record of experience in supervising, leading and coaching a team. /li liWorking knowledge of Italian VAT and its application. /li liExcellent systems experience including proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Intermediate level such as pivot tables and v look ups), Word, and PowerPoint. /li liDemonstrated mathematical and analytical knowledge and the ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem. /li /ul h3Desirable /h3 ul liExperience or knowledge of International E-Commerce /li /ul h3About AVASK /h3 pAVASK Global Compliance are a rapidly expanding international firm that specialise in VAT, tax and accounting for e-commerce businesses. /p pAVASK assist hundreds of Amazon FBA sellers as well as entrepreneurs across eBay, Shopify and many other platforms. Providing clients with a comprehensive range of expertise - from practical guidance on cross-border transactions, to ensuring they are fully compliant. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr