Manager - Indirect Tax - Amazon Web Services, AWS Tax

Amazon • Seattle, WA

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About The Position

Revolutionize global tax strategy by providing critical financial guidance and compliance support for AWS's international operations. You'll be the key strategic partner transforming complex tax challenges into seamless solutions that drive business growth and minimize financial risk. You will be the critical link between AWS's global business operations and tax compliance, leveraging your expertise to navigate intricate international tax landscapes. Your strategic insights will help protect the organization from potential financial risks while enabling smooth, compliant business expansion across multiple markets. A day in the life Your day will be a dynamic blend of strategic analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and proactive tax management. You'll dive deep into international tax regulations, engage with diverse teams, and develop innovative solutions that support AWS's global marketplace initiatives. About the team We are a collaborative, globally distributed team of tax professionals who share a passion for solving complex financial challenges. Our group thrives on innovation, mutual support, and a shared commitment to driving AWS's strategic objectives through expert tax guidance.

Requirements

• 5+ years of tax, finance or a related analytical field experience
• Experience working in a large public accounting firm or multi-national corporate tax department
• Experience researching indirect tax issues including taxability of products and services.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related field
• Experience delivering results for large, cross-functional initiatives/projects, or experience in tax, finance or a related analytical field

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years of maintaining and operating transaction tax calculation software (e.g. Vertex) experience
• LL.M. (Taxation)
• Knowledge of the Canadian Indirect Tax landscape (GST/HST and PST, QST, etc)

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive research on international indirect tax regulations and their potential impact on AWS operations
• Provide strategic tax guidance to business, technology, supply chain, and marketplace teams
• Develop and implement tax-compliant processes for new projects to mitigate financial risks
• Collaborate with external advisors and tax authorities to ensure regulatory alignment
• Create and deliver training materials to enhance tax awareness across the organization

Benefits

• health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage)
• 401(k) matching
• paid time off
• parental leave
• sign-on payments
• restricted stock units (RSUs)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager