Pratt & Whitney
Aerospace and Defense
GlobalVATPlanningAssociateDirector
“Global VAT Planning Associate Director at Pratt & Whitney. Skills: Global indirect tax, VAT/GST, Tax planning. Lead global indirect tax planning initiatives. Optimize global efficiency”
Industry & Context.
Analytical skills; Problem solving
U. S. Person required, Up to 25% travel required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years experience, technical foundation in VAT/GST, Self-directed leader, analytical skills, communication skills, Ability to translate complex tax concepts to non-tax customers, Must reside and be able to work in the US without sponsorship or relocation
Nice to Have
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Law, or related advanced degree (LLM, MST, JD, or equivalent) preferred, Previous experience with complex global indirect tax scenarios related to the aerospace and defense industry, technical knowledge of VAT rules, cross-border transactions, and supply chain tax impacts, written and verbal communication skills, Good interpersonal skills
What You'll Do.
Lead global indirect tax planning initiatives
Optimize global efficiency
Ensure compliance with regulations
Evaluate transactions
Evaluate supply chains
Identify global indirect tax risks
Identify opportunities
Provide global indirect tax guidance
Support business expansions
Support restructurings
Support new product launches
Develop global indirect tax strategies
Maintain global indirect tax strategies
Monitor regulatory developments
Recommend planning actions
Enhance indirect tax controls
Enhance indirect tax processes
Enhance indirect tax documentation
Strengthen governance
Collaborate with external advisors
Cultivate relationship with internal stakeholders
Cultivate relationship with external advisors
Support indirect tax audits
Prepare technical positions
Manage discussions with tax authorities
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions; External advisors; Internal stakeholders; Teams across Pratt & Whitney; Large-scale finance operations
Communication Scope
Translate complex tax concepts; Clear communication; Effective communication
Process & Methodology
Project Management
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