Responsibilities
Team Introduction:
As an Indirect Tax Specialist who is part of the TikTok Tax Team, you will be part of a team that spans the Americas, Europe, Asia and Oceania. You will have the opportunity to work closely with our Accounting, Finance and Legal teams. You will be part of the team that looks after the indirect tax obligations of TikTok in the Oceania Region (Australia, NZ, Pacific Islands) and work with stakeholders from different business areas within the wider TikTok Group. This role is based in Sydney, Australia.
Roles and responsibilities:
In this role, you will be a valued local member of the Oceania tax team, mainly looking after TikTok's tax obligations in Australia and New Zealand. Your main responsibilities for the Oceania region include:
* Collaborating with other stakeholders in tax technology implementations and automations with our ERP and IT systems, to drive efficiency, automation and improve end-to-end tax processes and controls.
* Identifying and executing local process improvement and optimization projects, including automation projects, to ensure effective and efficient management of resources for the tax team.
* Collaborating with stakeholders across jurisdictions on indirect tax issues, indirect tax compliance best practice, process, governance and technology.
* Preparing indirect tax advice to the business and on the tax outcomes of commercial transactions.
* Data preparation and collation for indirect tax audits and litigation.
* Preparation of Business Activity Statements/GST returns.
* Ensure that business developments that impact GST reporting are appropriately reflected in BAS/GST returns.
* Monitoring developments in tax legislation and being able to communicate these to the business as they could impact current or future commercial transactions.
* Act as an operational point of contact for indirect tax issues across the business.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree or above in accountancy or finance.
* CA/CPA qualification, or admission as an Australian or New Zealand lawyer.
* 4+ years of indirect tax (GST) compliance and advisory experience, with evidence of delivering high-quality technical guidance and partnering effectively with stakeholders across complex environments. Experience may come from professional services, in-house roles, or other relevant settings in Australia and/or New Zealand.
* Strong experience working with large data sets, data analytics and validation.
* Strong proficiency in IT systems and advanced Excel skills; experience with using tax technology tools such as Alteryx is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience with indirect tax matters relating to the digital economy and e-commerce is highly desirable.
* Be meticulous with a strong attention to detail, and be committed to delivering high quality work.
* Have strong problem-solving skills and a mindset that always looks to improve and find the best solutions even in the midst of the challenges of a dynamic, fast-paced work environment.
* The ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
* The ability to communicate clearly both in writing and in person as part of the role will include working with global partners in different time zones and cultures.
About TikTok
TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
Why Join Us
Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.
We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
Diversity & Inclusion
TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
Acknowledgment of Country
In the spirit of reconciliation, TikTok acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.