International Tax and Accounting Specialist

30 Декабря

Партнерские Вакансии

Компания "ФЛАУВАУ"

Flowwow is a gifts and flowers marketplace. With over 15,000 sellers in 1200+ cities worldwide, we offer a vast array of products, from fresh flowers and gourmet treats to home decor and unique gifts. Our platform enables customers from anywhere in the world to order gifts and enjoy smooth service.

As a certified IT company, we are dedicated to creating high-quality, user-friendly services that bring joy to millions of people globally. Since 2021, we've experienced impressive growth, doubling in size across most key metrics, including our team. In 2023, we were recognised as one of the top ten employers in the medium-sized business segment by Habr.

We keep growing globally, and are currently looking for an International Tax and Accounting Specialist to join our finance team.

Key Responsibilities:

Tax Research & Compliance:

• research and analyze tax and accounting legislation across jurisdictions, including but not limited to the EU, UK, Russia & CIS countries, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Brazil, and Turkey;
• monthly/quarterly review of tax and accounting reports (CIT, VAT, personal income tax, etc.) and primary documentation for countries such as Hungary, Armenia, Kazakhstan, Belarus, UAE, Brasil and in perspective - Turkey, and Spain, ensuring compliance with all regulations;
• assess tax implications for international transactions and provide actionable recommendations;
• prepare and submit VAT reports for UK B2C transactions, as well as compliance filings for Controlled Foreign Companies (CFC).

Consultation & Analysis:

• provide consultations and conduct in-depth analysis of complex global tax and accounting legislation (including Russia, EU, etc.) upon request;
• review and revise contracts with a focus on tax-related provisions, as well as draft contracts and primary documents when the Finance Department initiates operations.

Audits:

• support in tax and accounting audits, including collecting necessary documents from other departments as required, and preparing or assisting with responses to tax authorities;
• potential involvement in pre-litigation tax disputes, including preparing responses to tax authorities and auditors.

Collaboration & Process optimization:

• collaborate with internal teams, external advisors, and accounting service providers to optimize tax efficiency and compliance processes;
• monitor legislative changes to identify risks, opportunities, and compliance gaps;
• assist in developing methodologies for financial and tax accounting, implementing and refining accounting software, and supporting the creation of templates for automated data uploads to optimize workflows;
• support the development of standardized contract templates and other documentation to streamline and optimize processes.

Administrative and supporting tasks:

• draft clear and precise correspondence to tax authorities and other stakeholders;
• handle administrative tasks, including registration on tax and finance platforms;
• process and manage large volumes of detailed information, ensuring high accuracy;
• suggest and implement improvements in tax processes while adhering to deadlines.

Key Qualifications:

• bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, law, or a related field;
• minimum 3 years in accounting and tax compliance, focusing on international taxation;
• experience in an international corporation, consulting firm, or Big Four is highly desirable;
• strong understanding of international tax regulations and accounting principles;
• analytical mindset with attention to detail for complex calculations and reporting;

• intermediate-upper intermediate English (written and spoken) is mandatory;

• proficiency in accounting software (e.g., 1C, SAP) and Microsoft Office Suite;

• ability to see the broader picture, including material and non-material impacts;
• proactive problem-solving and decision-making abilities;
• strong organizational and time-management skills;
• effective communication, particularly in cross-cultural environments;
• resilience and adaptability when handling repetitive or detail-heavy tasks.

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We offer:

• remote work or a modern, comfortable office in the heart of Moscow/St. Petersburg;

• a comprehensive IT-benefits package;

• compensation for work-related equipment you buy;

• an opportunity to cover the sports activities;

• enhanced healthcare coverage;

• an opportunity to take educational courses/trainings at the company expenses;

• subscription to an online mental health support service offering psychological counselling (if necessary);

• a corporate loyalty program offering personal discounts on Flowwow services and partner benefits;

• a vibrant internal community where you can share knowledge and skills, participate in events, and feel part of the team even when working remotely.

Our values:

Care and compassion: our product is built on people's desire to bring joy to each other and be together. As long as there is love, Flowwow will have users.

Growth and development: Flowwow is rapidly expanding and actively supports employee initiatives.

A culture of mutual support: our team is dedicated and passionate over what they do.

Openness to change: everyone is encouraged to take initiative, suggest new ideas, and see the impact of their contributions.

Philanthropy: one of Flowwow's goals is to make a positive impact on people's lives. We are committed to social responsibility and participating in charitable initiatives.