Group Tax Specialist

The Opportunity

Due to our continuing growth, we are looking for a highly motivated Indirect Tax Specialist who will represent a key member of the Group Tax team within a fast-paced, growing, and international ecommerce company.

You will be responsible for indirect tax compliance, assisting with projects, and providing support to the overall ESW business.

You will be based in ESW’s Madrid office, as part of the Spanish finance team, and will report to the Senior Manager, Indirect Tax who is based in Dublin, Ireland.

This is an excellent opportunity for a new/recently qualified tax professional considering a move to industry or a tax professional already working in industry considering a move to a bigger face-paced company.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of indirect tax computations/returns and review of indirect tax returns prepared by external advisors for a number of entities of the group, communicate issues within the return, assist Senior Tax Manager in resolution of those issues, and finalise returns for submission to the tax authorities.

• Ensure continuity with US sales tax compliance obligations across all registrations in US by reviewing all correspondence issued by state tax authorities, preparing responses for Senior Tax Manager review, calling out any issues arising, and assisting them with the resolution of those issues.

• Assist the Senior Tax Manager with the resolution of tax audits or voluntary disclosures including collating and coordinating data, quantifying the incremental costs of tax reassessments, and drafting communications to the tax authorities.

• Ensure data in support of tax returns is maintained in an orderly fashion and ready for inspection in the future.

• Support other ESW business areas to ensure tax queries are dealt with in a timely manner.

• Support the Tax Director with the administration of the Tax Function.

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting or Business (required) and a Post-Graduate (preferable but not required).

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA or similar) and Chartered Tax Advisor (or similar).

• Prior tax experience in industry (preferable but not required) or practice.

• Proactive and able to take ownership of work to manage and deliver workstreams.

• Able to work autonomously and to prioritize workload effectively.

• Demonstrates a keen interest in business and an inquisitive mind.

• Keen to develop new capabilities, resourceful, able to deliver at a high level under pressure.

• Strong communication and presentation skills.

• Strong excel, word, and power point skills.

About ESW

Our purpose is simple: to create moments that matter between people and the brands they cherish. We enable brands to expand their global reach, facilitating simple and seamless ecommerce experiences for consumers worldwide. Through our integration solutions, we deliver a complete international checkout experience, including local duties, taxes, fulfilment, delivery management, and global returns and payment processing capabilities.

Guided by our values—Own It, Champion Simplicity, Win as One, and Debate then Commit—we strive to foster innovation, accountability, and teamwork, creating solutions that inspire trust and drive impactful results.

Why join us?

• Competitive salary and benefits: Your financial well being is important to us. Join ESW and experience the satisfaction of being rewarded for your hard work, dedication and commitment.

• Professional and personal development: Find your spark and leave your mark. We will ensure your talent is nurtured and cultivated for growth and success throughout your career with ESW.

• Hybrid Working: Our Hybrid Working Model empowers you to embrace the flexibility of hybrid working and enjoy the best of office and remote work.

• Diversity, Belonging & Inclusion: When we win, we win together. You'll be part of a culture that values every individual for who they are, fostering an environment where uniqueness is encouraged.

ESW is an equal opportunity employer, and we’re proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity, equity, & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment and employees at ESW are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you require any reasonable accommodations or adjustments throughout the hiring process, please let us know. We are dedicated to ensuring equal access and opportunity for all candidates.

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