Associate / Consultant / Manager, Indirect Tax - Global Trade (Customs and International Trade)

Job description

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Our tax practice revolves around helping our clients effectively manage their tax obligations proactively and responsibly. As part of a global team of 35,000 tax professionals in 150 countries, you will advise clients on planning, compliance and reporting wherever the client has needs. Our unwavering commitment to quality service and our technical networks enable you to help clients reduce inefficiencies, mitigate risk and improve opportunities within their tax functions. Groups (or, as we call them – sub-service lines) within Tax include Business Tax Services, Global Compliance and Reporting, Human Capital, Indirect Tax Services, International, as well as Transaction Tax Services.

The opportunity

Join our globally integrated team of dedicated Indirect Tax – Global Trade (Customs and International Trade) professionals and you will combine technical knowledge, industry understanding and technologically advanced tools and methodologies to help clients identify customs duty risks and opportunities. You will help us provide effective processes and reduce cost in transactions for our clients.

Your key responsibilities

You will assist with delivering the full suite of EY Global Trade services to clients which includes:

·  Developing and executing strategies to manage customs duty costs
·  Reducing the cost of import and export compliance operations
·  Utilizing off shore global delivery services
·  Implementing and utilizing global trade automation software systems
·  Utilizing free-trade agreements, special programs, and transactional structuring
·  Proactively managing the risks of global trade, improving international trade compliance and increasing the operational effectiveness of supply chains

Skills and attributes for success

·  Excellent analytical skills
·  Strong communication, written and organizational skills 
·  Positive working attitude and motivation to learn
·  Ability to work in a team

To qualify for the role, you must have

·  ABachelor's Degree
·  Preferably 1 year of relevant experience for Associate; 3 years for Consultant; 5 years for Senior Consultant level. Relevant experience can include being in a consulting firm and commercial environment, operating in supply chain, trade operations, etc.
·  Fluency in English – written and spoken
·  Willingness to travel
·  Interest in developing as a Global Trade professional

Ideally, you’ll also have

·  Proficiency in any additional language(s)
·  Accreditation by SCTP
·  Strong IT skills

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player that collaborates with people from various teams while looking to develop your career in a dynamic organization.   

What we offer

EY offers a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Plus, we offer:

·  Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
·  Success as defined by you : We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
·  Transformative leadership : We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
·  Diverse and inclusive culture : You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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