Indirect Tax & Technology Advisor

WHAT DOES AN INDIRECT TAX & TECHNOLOGY Advisor

The indirect tax landscape is evolving rapidly as governments worldwide introduce mandatory E-Invoicing, e-reporting and more real-time digital tax controls. Tax is increasingly becoming a technology-enabled function, requiring close collaboration between Tax, Finance, IT and Shared Service organizations.

As an Indirect Tax & Technology Advisor, with a reporting line to the Indirect Tax & Technology Director, you will:

• support indirect tax compliance, transformation and digitalization initiatives across EMEA and APAC
• help translate VAT/GST requirements into practical business processes and technology-enabled solutions

Role positioning

This is a development-oriented advisor role for a technically minded indirect tax professional with approximately 3-5 years of experience. The role supports strategic tax technology projects but is not expected to independently lead global implementations or own end-to-end solution design.

ABOUT YOU

You are an ambitious indirect tax professional with approximately 3-5 years of experience gained in a Big 4, multinational or consulting environment. You have a strong foundation in indirect tax and are interested in how technology, data and ERP systems can support compliance and business processes.

You are eager to further build your expertise in tax technology, SAP and digital compliance initiatives while working alongside experienced tax and technology professionals. You enjoy working in an international setting and collaborating with stakeholders across Finance, IT, Shared Services and the business.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Indirect Tax & Technology team in providing high-quality indirect tax advice across EMEA and APAC.
• Assist in monitoring changes in indirect tax legislation, E-Invoicing and e-reporting requirements and help assess potential impacts on business processes.
• Support the translation of indirect tax requirements into business and system requirements for SAP and related technologies.
• Participate in indirect tax, ERP and digital transformation projects under the supervision of senior team members.
• Assist with the implementation and maintenance of tax-related functionality within SAP and/or other tax technology solutions.
• Support testing activities associated with SAP enhancements, tax determination changes and compliance reporting requirements.
• Contribute to E-Invoicing, e-reporting and digital reporting projects across multiple jurisdictions.
• Assist with tax audits by preparing analyses, reconciliations and supporting documentation.
• Work closely with Finance, Shared Services, IT and external advisors to support indirect tax compliance and process improvements.
• Help identify opportunities for automation, standardization and process efficiencies.
• Prepare presentations, training materials and communications relating to indirect tax and technology developments.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Education

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Tax, Law, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or a related discipline.

Experience

• Approximately 3-5 years of relevant experience within indirect tax, VAT/GST advisory, tax compliance or tax transformation (preferable gained in a Big 4 firm or multinational corporation).

Technical skills

• Good understanding of VAT/GST principles and indirect tax compliance requirements.
• Up to date with key international Indirect Tax developments (SAF-T, E-Invoicing/E-reporting, Deposit Tax,…)
• Ability to translate business and tax requirements into practical recommendations.
• Practical SAP experience and good MS office skills

Soft skills

• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional and multicultural teams.
• Proactive mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Eagerness to learn and develop new technical and business skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Languages

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken
• Additional languages such as Spanish, French, Italian, German or Polish would be considered an advantage.

LEADERSHIP AGILITY

At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.
 

• Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of ‘Belonging’, where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become

• Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others

• People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance

• Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.

• Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you’re presented with

• Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience

Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person’s identity. 

U.S. applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

Perks of Working for us

At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well-being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash! The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance.

Compensation, Paid Time Off & Retirement:

• Competitive Pay Package

• Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community)

• Retirement/Pension Plan

Health & Wellbeing

• Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Programs

• Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies

Additional Benefits

The benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change.

Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution.

Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidized. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand.