GBS Indirect Tax Specialist

Job description

If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met. We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products (such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions), iconic brands that consumers love (such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol, Oliver Peoples, Vogue Eyewear and Costa), as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences (such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, Salmoiraghi & Viganò and the GrandVision network), and leading e-commerce platforms. Join our global community of over 190,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn ! Your #FutureInSight with EssilorLuxottica Are you willing to pioneer new frontiers, foster inclusivity and collaboration, embrace agility, ignite passion, and make a positive impact on the world? Join us in redefining the boundaries of what’s possible. Main responsibilities: Month end accounting closing activities (vat postings, reconciliations, checks) Preparation and submission of the fiscal compliances performing key checks Manage balance sheet accounts reconciliation Analysis on fiscal and financial flow, contracts and tax treaties on withholdings taxes Continuously monitor and optimize the company’s tax structure across all operating jurisdictions to ensure the most favorable tax treatment Bring improvements for efficiency and give quality to compliances Stay up to date with changes in tax laws and regulations across all relevant jurisdictions and adapt the company’s tax strategy accordingly Collaborate with the finance team to ensure the company utilizes simplified accounting procedures and identify areas for improvement or potential risks Maintain accurate documentation, filings, and correspondence with tax authority Assist in preparing Audit activities for year end with external auditors or in case of Tax Audits Main requirements: You have an Economics, Finance, Administration or Business Management Master’s Degree You have a minimum of expertise in tax and accounting You have excellent English knowledge. Any other EMEA languages are considered a plus (Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Polish, Arabic …) You are a quantitative analysis lover, a true Excel addict You are proactive and you have a problem-solving mindset You approach with empathy and act with transparency to ensure integrity, build trust, and promote clear, honest communication You believe that without your team nothing is possible Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion commitment​ We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and provide equal opportunities to all, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that makes us unique.