Job Description

Bose is about better sound, but better sound is just the beginning. We are about inventing new technologies that truly benefit people, and crafting a culture where innovation and teamwork are highly valued. We strive to make the world sound better through innovation, creativity, and a product portfolio of headphones, in ears, speakers and home entertainment.

In the International Taxes Team, we meticulously handle the intricacies crucial to our global operations. Collaboratively managing tax matters across diverse jurisdictions demands sharp attention to detail and adept communication skills in a dynamic and challenging landscape. By navigating international tax regulations and obligations for our clients worldwide, spanning regions such as the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, we deliver unparalleled service to both our clients and the organizations we support.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Manage indirect tax compliance operations and support local controllers with all VAT/GST and other foreign tax matters for EU/APAC regions.
• Manage, review, and approve the indirect tax calendars and returns and ensure the timely preparation and submission of all tax filings.
• Ensure that any changes in legislation are reflected in the timely and accurate filing of VAT returns on a global basis.
• Review and analyze the in-house and/or outsourced VAT compliance tax calculations, work papers, journal entries and reconciliations required for accurate tax reporting.
• Determine, maintain, and review tax requirements, tax classifications, exemptions, rules, rates and tax updates for ERP and tax systems.
• Effectively utilize internal systems and reporting tools for analysis to support the business, tax requirements and decision making and to ensure proper tax collections, payments and filing obligations are being met.
• Perform tax law research, monitor all international tax legislation changes and stay technically current to support tax requirements and communicate recommended business applications, impacts or changes to tax policies and practices.
• Serve as a consultant to the business on any VAT-related controversy.
• Serve as a consultant for Navigation projects and other operational developments or planning.
• Work effectively and collaboratively with the Controller Group and Trade Compliance.
• Manage relationships with tax advisors to drive and improve efficiency and communication and help manage and minimize external costs.
• Manage tax technology programs including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office, Power BI, SAP/S4Hana, Tax Engines (OneSource/Vertex), Ariba, E-invoicing/digital reporting and/or other similar tools and technologies.
• Other tasks as requested by the Global Indirect Tax Senior Manager.

Professional Requirements:

• 7-10 years of indirect tax experience in either a multinational corporate tax department or public accounting firm required.
• Knowledge of VAT in both Europe and Asia.
• Needs to be based in the Lisbon, Portugal Office.
• Strong tax technical research experience and strong writing skills.

Personal Attributes:

• Demonstrates a high level of respect and integrity in all situations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent listening and interpersonal skills.
• Critical thinking
• Think clearly, supported by facts, logic, and solid judgment.
• Accurately identify the core issues and perspectives that are central to the decision or problem.
• Strong customer-service orientation with a meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate ideas in both technical and non-technical language.
• Highly self-motivated and directed.
• Advanced Project Management skills.

Experience/Education

• Requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or tax law.
• 7-10 years of indirect tax experience, especially for VAT and GST
• Microsoft Office Suite of products, SAP, Power BI, Vertex
• At least 5 years of Big Four experience preferred.

Are you interested in this position?

We’d love to know you better! Submit your application, by uploading your CV in English via the “Apply” button above.

For further information about the position please contact us via Careers_Portugal@bose.com.

Note

Thanks in advance for your application. After the online phase, the most successful candidates will be invited for an interview. In case you’re not contacted in the next 15 days, we will keep your application for future opportunities that may suit your profile best.