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Here, you can apply your talent in bold ways that matter.Job Description:Job DescriptionThe Senior Indirect Tax Audit Analyst will support the Indirect Tax Audit Team Leader in the preparation and execution of all internal and external audits, including audits initiated by tax authorities, external corporate auditors, and 3M internal auditors.Duties & Responsibilities:Before Audit (Audit Readiness)Review of countries' tax mailboxes.Have working knowledge of current country-specific audit trends and requirements.
Periodically review and report any discrepancy in current processes to Indirect Tax Team.
Provide sampling review of VAT Tax Returns and report results to GSC Tax Team and Indirect Tax Team Leader.
Ensure audit packages are properly archived in tax portal/or alternative repository in alignment with Indirect Tax Team guidelines by country basis.
Audit Packages may vary across countries depending of local law.
Develop and deliver audit package readiness reports to the Indirect Tax Team.Support indirect tax reverse audits.Other audit readiness work as deemed necessary from time to time.
(Refund Project) During Audit: (Audit Response/Agility)Work under the supervision of the Indirect Tax Audit Team Leader regarding the tracking, coordination, workflow, and management of audit information requests and associated deadlines.
Work as primary point of contact for data and documentation collection and workflow coordination for the Indirect Tax Team.
Collect data from tax repositories and additional information/data not included in tax packages from other functional teams (following audit communication protocol) by deadline.Review, prepare, and submit data and documentation for Indirect Tax Audit Team review, including data reconciliations and quantifications as required for tax audits.
Resolve discrepancies and finalize data as directed by Indirect Tax Team.Provide information to Indirect Tax Audit Team Leader by deadline.Store audit information in designated audit repository.Translate documents as needed.Other audit support work as may be required by the Indirect Tax Audit Team Leader.
After Audit (Enhancements/Changes)Support Indirect Tax Audit Team Leader to document the audit findings, highlight processes that must change to mitigate future tax risk, and help facilitate discussions with cross-functional teams to design and implement respective changes with assigned contacts (APL, GSC Tax Leader, RTR, Imports, etc.
).Deliver training to GSC Tax Team as to specific tax audit checks to ensure data quality.
Ensure audit documentation is appropriately archived consistent with document retention policies.Other post-audit work as deemed necessary from time to time.Basic Qualifications:A minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience in Indirect Tax.Fluent in English (B2+); additional language skills preferredDegree in Finance/Accounting/Law (BA or equivalent).
Experience in shared service centerFollows a variety of generally defined procedures under general guidance within disciplines of Indirect tax.Works independently and output is occasionally reviewed while in progress.Knowledge and skills:Working knowledge of Accounting and Tax Audit principles and practices as they related to the position.Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally on technical matters.Ability to build collaboration within different teams and work groups.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.High attention to detail.Basic knowledge of theories/concepts and practices of Indirect Tax, particularly VAT/GST.Ability to exercise good judgement and initiative and be able to work with minimal supervision.Supporting Your Well-being?3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially.
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