EU VAT Manager, Tax Planning Amazon Business

Amazon is seeking an exceptional VAT Manager to join its VAT advisory team, supporting Amazon Business with a primary focus on B2B EU VAT and invoicing matters.The successful candidate will be motivated to develop a deep understanding of Amazon’s business model and end-to-end systems, take full ownership of projects, deliver results under tight deadlines, and collaborate effectively across business, finance, and technology teams.This is an office-based position with option to be based in either London or Manchester. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to translate complex VAT regulations into clear, practical requirements that are easy to understand and implement. Additoinally, present with strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, with the ability to engage both tax and non-tax professionals effectively.Key job responsibilities- Support the planning, coordination, and communication of business initiatives with VAT and tax dependencies - Identify and assess risks and opportunities, applying sound judgment to inform decisions with financial, operational, and customer impact - Partner closely with finance, business, and technology teams, including preparing clear and appropriate documentation to support analyses, decisions, and conclusions - Communicate effectively and influence cross-functional stakeholders - Assist in engagements with external advisors and tax authorities BASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related field- Experience working in a large public accounting firm or multi-national corporate tax department- Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and applications at an advanced level- Knowledge of complex EU VAT regulationsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Experience with VBA, Python, SQL, or other database languageAmazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice (https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy_page) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.