Description:
The IRONMAN Group operates a global portfolio of events that includes the IRONMAN® Triathlon Series, the IRONMAN® 70.3® Triathlon Series, 5150™ Triathlon Series, the Rock ‘n’ Roll® Running Series, IRONKIDS®, World Triathlon Championship Series, Epic Series™ mountain bike races including the Absa Cape Epic®, road cycling events including UTMB®, and other multisport races.
The IRONMAN Group is the largest operator of mass participation sports in the world and provides more than a million participants annually with the benefits of endurance sports through the company’s vast offerings. Since the inception of the iconic IRONMAN® brand and its first event in 1978, athletes have proven that ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE® by crossing finish lines around the world. Beginning as a single race, The IRONMAN Group has grown to become a global sensation with hundreds of events across 55+ countries. For more information about The IRONMAN Group visit: www.ironman.com.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Indirect Tax Accountant (ITA) is primarily responsible for the preparation of indirect taxes including foreign VAT/GST/HST/SST in various foreign jurisdictions, covering 24 countries.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

• Four-year degree in accounting or tax
• Indirect tax reporting experience with a company that operates in multi-jurisdictions is a plus
• This is an entry level position; however, some experience is a plus

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of indirect taxes
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Self-motivated; able to work independently.
• Strong accounting principles knowledge
• Tax research skills a plus
  The above declarations are not intended to be an “all inclusive” list of duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and are a reasonable representation of its activities.
  We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class

• Prepare indirect tax returns covering international multi-jurisdictions (Canada, EMEA, Oceania & Asia), as assigned
• Prepare and file for ESL and Intrastat (EU countries), as assigned
• Ensure all indirect tax returns and payments are timely filed and paid
• Work closing with third-party tax advisors
• Maintain tax calendar
• Prepare tax journal entries when appropriate
• Assist with indirect tax audits and notices
• Reconcile relevant tax GL accounts on a monthly/quarterly basis
• Perform tax research as needed/requested
• Assist with indirect tax audits and notices
• Provide support on various special projects
  Requirements: