VAT Compliance Analyst

The Pokémon Company International•Bellevue, WA

52d•Hybrid

About The Position

Assists in the preparation, review, and maintenance of indirect tax compliance activities, including VAT/GST returns, tax records, tax schedules, and related tax reports across multiple international jurisdictions. Supports tax authority inquiries, cross-border transaction analysis, and VAT consulting initiatives related to international operations and business expansion.

Requirements

Five (5) to seven (7) years of relevant professional experience or a demonstrated equivalent level of expertise
Strong understanding of VAT/GST principles, including imports/exports, intra-EU transactions, reverse charge mechanisms, and invoicing requirements
Experience preparing or reviewing indirect tax returns in multiple jurisdictions
Experience working with ERP systems such as Oracle or similar platforms
Strong Excel and data analysis skills
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating cross-functionally with global teams

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting VAT/GST audits or tax authority inquiries preferred
Familiarity with e-invoicing and digital reporting requirements preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual VAT/GST returns across multiple jurisdictions, including European Union countries, United Kingdom, Canada, and additional jurisdictions as business needs evolve
Support related compliance filings such as EC Sales Lists, Intrastat, and e-invoicing obligations
Reconcile VAT/GST return data to ERP systems and financial records
Review VAT/GST treatment of cross-border transactions involving imports, exports, intra-EU movements, and other international supply chain flows
Coordinate with external tax advisors and compliance providers regarding filings, technical matters, and audits
Support responses to tax authority inquiries, VAT/GST audits, and data requests
Assist with indirect tax registrations and ongoing compliance requirements in new jurisdictions
Review invoices and transactional data to ensure compliance with local VAT/GST invoicing requirements
Partner with accounting, logistics, sales, legal, procurement, and operations teams to resolve indirect tax issues
Support implementation of e-invoicing, real-time reporting, and other indirect tax technology initiatives
Assist with process improvement initiatives and ERP enhancements related to indirect tax reporting and automation
Maintain documentation supporting indirect tax positions, compliance processes, and audit support files
Support VAT consulting and advisory projects related to: International expansion initiatives, New product launches and business models, Supply chain and logistics changes, Cross-border transaction structuring, ERP and invoicing process changes
Assist with research and analysis of evolving global VAT/GST regulations and assess operational impacts to the business
Support other special projects and ad hoc indirect tax initiatives as needed