Education : EQUIVALENTEXPERIENCE
**As a leading global animal health company, Elanco delivers innovative products and services to improve the health of pets and farm animals around the world because we believe making animals' lives better, makes life better. Since 1954, we have provided solutions that support veterinarians, farmers and pet owners to advance our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life. Elanco's promise to employees: Together, we foster an inclusive culture where everyone can make a difference, encouraging ownership, growth and well-being.**
**Position Description**:
This position in cooperation with the International VAT Manager (located in Warsaw) will be supporting Indirect Tax compliance processes, external advisors, and support for in-country businesses in LATAM/NA countries. The role requires a comprehensive understanding of VAT requirements and practice.
**Functions, Duties, Tasks**:
- Preparation of the VAT returns for assigned countries within the LATAM/NA region.
- Review of the VAT returns prepared by colleagues (peer review for ensuring accuracy but to allow development and support (possibility of participation in VAT topics in other regions).
- Provide ad hoc advice on VAT questions to local country Finance team, including support in relation to design/tax audit support of locally performed VAT compliance.
- Coordination with other direct and customs colleagues, as applicable (e.g., treatment of transfer pricing adjustments)
- Cooperation with IT (information technology) in relation to SAP set up.
- Tax function on VAT aspects of various internal projects, including risk management review.
**Minimum Qualification (education, experience and/or training, required certifications**:
- In-depth knowledge of a VAT system of at least one LATAM country (preferred MX, CO, AR, CL) with at least 2 years of professional experience (within business or advisory company).
- Bachelor and / or Master's degree level education in Finance / Accounting
- Advance English (spoken and written)
- Accounting skills with agility in managing the main statements (P&L, balance sheet)
- Previous experience with SAP would be a significant advantage.
- Proven track record of delivery in a multinational, fast-paced, delivery-oriented environment with strict deadlines and high-quality standards
- Team player who is also able to work independently but enjoys collaboration
**Additional Preferences**:
- Knowledge of accounting and finance, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel (knowledge other automation tools would be a plus e.g., Alteryx)
- Effective verbal and written communications skills and the ability to work collaboratively with the broader, multinational and dispersed team
- Personal accountability and strong drive for execution
Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status