Specialist, Indirect Tax

Overview

The Indirect Tax Specialist isan integral part of the Foot Locker EMEA Finance team and will be responsible for part of the company’s Indirect Tax (Value Added Tax) compliance. You will work together with the EMEA Statutory teams, AP, AR, Legal, Treasury, regional accounting, and tax advisors to support regional compliance.

As part of the small tax group, the Specialist, Indirect Tax will work closely with the Sr. Manager and the Director, Indirect Tax, as well as internal teams both in the Netherlands and US offices and external advisors and accountants.

• Prepare indirect tax returns & EC sales report
• Work with 3rd party accountants for local indirect tax filings
• Ensure timely payments and forecasts
• Internal checks to ensure quality of reporting
• Monitor and report indirect tax law changes applicable to Foot Locker
• Support the team in all indirect tax matters
• Prepare Indirect Tax account reconciliations
• Assist in indirect tax audits, collaborating closely with the VAT team and external tax advisors
• Complete Indirect Tax – Intrastat Reconciliation

• A master’s degree is preferable in Indirect taxes or Fiscal Economics.
• 2+ year work experience in this field, within an international financial environment or as an indirect compliance consultant within a big consultancy firm.
• Must have working knowledge of indirect tax compliance.
• Experience with US owned Companies preferred.
• Fluent in English required,preferablycombined with another European language.
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to develop and runreports.
• Service-minded and active in building effective partnerships.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve problems; data driven; sound judgment and critical thinking.
• Efficient Time management and strong analytical skills.
• Effective communication skills and ability to present information clearly and manage your stakeholders.

• Recognition, inclusion and belonging in a diverse environment
• 25 holidays and flexible working (hybrid position, in office ~2 days p/w)
• Employee Discount on in-store and online products
• Casual Sneaker Culture
• Learning & Health/Wellbeing programs
• Career development and growth in an ambitious international team
• Travel reimbursement
• Access to premium wellness apps
• Bike plan and contribution to gym subscription
• Pension Plan
• Discounted Collective Health plans
• Activities organized by our Social Committee