Indirect Tax Manager

eBay • Austin, TX

340d

About The Position

At eBay, we're more than a global commerce leader — we're changing the way the world shops and sells. Our platform empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world. We're committed to pushing boundaries and leaving our mark as we reinvent the future of commerce for enthusiasts. Our customers are our passion, authenticity thrives, bold ideas are welcome, and everyone can bring their unique selves to work — every day. We're in this together, sustaining the future of our customers, our company, and our planet. Join a team of passionate thinkers, innovators, and dreamers — and help us connect people and build communities to create economic opportunity for all.

Requirements

• 7+ years of technical indirect tax experience gained in public accounting and/or e-Commerce industry.
• Proficient in English - other languages, including Spanish or Portuguese, advantageous.
• Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in Tax, Legal, or Accounting; advanced degree is helpful.
• CMI Certification preferred; CPA a plus.
• Extensive knowledge of sales and use taxes in the United States; knowledge of dealer & motor vehicle taxes a plus.
• Capable of working independently while acting as part of a global tax team.
• Working experience in multinational environments.
• Consistent track record of leading cross-functional projects with multiple dependencies in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven success in ability to explain sophisticated tax issues in a clear and concise manner.
• Experience with the indirect taxation trends of the digital economy.
• Experience interacting directly with US state and local tax authorities.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, get it done attitude.
• Confidence, poise, and diplomacy when interacting with all levels of management and tax authorities.
• Ability to optimally work with various teams across time zones.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with the indirect taxation trends of the digital economy.
• CMI Certification preferred; CPA a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead various projects and initiatives of our global businesses, as well as lead new country expansions (including Latin America) and M&A integration projects.
• Collaborate and coordinate with a variety of eBay teams, including product, engineering, legal, accounting, finance, and customer service.
• Deliver timely and accurate indirect tax advice to business units.
• Connect with key stakeholders at all levels on statutory and go-to-market requirements.
• Analyze sophisticated tax issues and provide tax advice on strategic planning initiatives, legislative developments, and other ad hoc matters.
• Assist with M&A due diligence and integration support as needed.
• Review legal contracts and agreements between eBay and various vendors and partners to resolve any indirect tax impacts.
• Handle internal audit initiatives while focusing on taxability improvements and scalable exemption certificate solutions.
• Build playbooks and memos that detail our tax policy, position, and procedures.
• Assist with developing training material to be deployed to key functions within the business.
• Manage external advisors per the needs of the business.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and mentoring to members of the team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree