Indirect Tax Accountant
This role plays a key part in supporting indirect tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions. You will contribute to the accurate and timely preparation of VAT/GST returns, perform reconciliations and analyses, and work closely with Finance and other partners to support Emerson’s global compliance standards and continuous improvement objectives.
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
- Prepare and file VAT/GST returns and related reports for assigned jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy and on‑time submission
- Maintain return workpapers, supporting documentation, and evidence of filing in line with internal controls
- Perform reconciliations between ERP systems, tax engine outputs, and VAT/GST returns
- Review transactional and transitional data to identify tax coding issues and discrepancies
- Investigate and resolve routine variances, escalating more complex matters as appropriate
- Support tax audits and tax authority requests by gathering data and preparing required documentation
- Maintain compliance calendars, trackers, and process documentation
- Collaborate with AP, AR, Finance teams, and external advisors to resolve tax‑related matters
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and support standardization initiatives within the compliance workflow
Who You Are:
You build effective working relationships and communicate clearly across functions and geographies. You approach your work with structure and accountability, paying close attention to detail while managing multiple priorities and deadlines. You take initiative, apply sound judgment when solving problems, and consistently strive to deliver accurate, well‑documented outcomes.
You build effective working relationships and communicate clearly across functions and geographies. You approach your work with structure and accountability, paying close attention to detail while managing multiple priorities and deadlines. You take initiative, apply sound judgment when solving problems, and consistently strive to deliver accurate, well‑documented outcomes.
For This Role, You Will Need:
- A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- Foundational knowledge of VAT/GST and indirect tax compliance
- Experience working with financial data, reconciliations, and documentation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word
- Strong written and spoken English communication skills
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
- Prior experience in indirect tax compliance or a shared services / multinational environment
- Exposure to ERP systems such as Oracle or SAP and/or tax engines such as Vertex
- Experience supporting tax audits or responding to tax authority inquiries
- Interest in process improvement, automation, or standardization initiatives
Our Culture and Commitment To You:
At Emerson, we foster an inclusive and collaborative workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and people are supported to do their best work. We are committed to creating an environment built on trust, respect, and continuous learning, offering opportunities for development, collaboration across global teams, and meaningful impact through your work.
At Emerson, we foster an inclusive and collaborative workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and people are supported to do their best work. We are committed to creating an environment built on trust, respect, and continuous learning, offering opportunities for development, collaboration across global teams, and meaningful impact through your work.