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Job Description
Job Summary: Assist in VAT compliance filings for Corporations legal entities across the EMEA region, applying processes used by the Corporate Tax Group and performing basic research and analysis as tax issues arise.
Northern Trust is a globally recognized financial institution with over 130 years of experience, serving the world's most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service. As a partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the preparation of basic supporting calculations and documentation used in relevant VAT filing obligations.
- Ability to complete assigned tasks within the designated timeframe with good attention to detail.
- Ability to perform basic research on tax issues as requested by higher level staff.
- Attends meetings with various internal and external partners, and develops working relationships with those partners.
- Ability to effectively communicate in both written and verbal forms.
- Works to understand the processes, controls and risk management framework adopted by the Corporate Tax Group.
- Gains familiarity with the relevant tax technology software.
- Ability to use available software to efficiently complete assigned tasks, such as Excel and Word.
- Eagerness to learn through on the job training and coaching from higher level staff.
Requirements:
- An interest in international VAT compliance and related concepts.
- Requires effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to follow processes and document accordingly.
- Highly numerate with strong organisational and problem solving skills with attention to detail.