VAT Compliance Analyst

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The Pokémon Company International manages the Pokémon property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing and marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children’s entertainment properties in the world.

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• Job Title: VAT Compliance Analyst
• Job Summary: Assists in the preparation, review, and maintenance of indirect tax compliance activities, including VAT/GST returns, tax records, tax schedules, and related tax reports across multiple international jurisdictions. Supports tax authority inquiries, cross‑border transaction analysis, and VAT consulting initiatives related to international operations and business expansion.
• FLSA Classification (US Only): Exempt
• People Manager: No

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual VAT/GST returns across multiple jurisdictions, including European Union countries, United Kingdom, Canada, and additional jurisdictions as business needs evolve
• Support related compliance filings such as EC Sales Lists, Intrastat, and e‑invoicing obligations
• Reconcile VAT/GST return data to ERP systems and financial records
• Review VAT/GST treatment of cross‑border transactions involving imports, exports, intra‑EU movements, and other international supply chain flows
• Coordinate with external tax advisors and compliance providers regarding filings, technical matters, and audits
• Support responses to tax authority inquiries, VAT/GST audits, and data requests
• Assist with indirect tax registrations and ongoing compliance requirements in new jurisdictions
• Review invoices and transactional data to ensure compliance with local VAT/GST invoicing requirements
• Partner with accounting, logistics, sales, legal, procurement, and operations teams to resolve indirect tax issues
• Support implementation of e‑invoicing, real‑time reporting, and other indirect tax technology initiatives
• Assist with process improvement initiatives and ERP enhancements related to indirect tax reporting and automation
• Maintain documentation supporting indirect tax positions, compliance processes, and audit support files
• Support VAT consulting and advisory projects related to:
  • International expansion initiatives
  • New product launches and business models
  • Supply chain and logistics changes
  • Cross‑border transaction structuring
  • ERP and invoicing process changes
• Assist with research and analysis of evolving global VAT/GST regulations and assess operational impacts to the business
• Support other special projects and ad‑hoc indirect tax initiatives as needed

• Five (5) to seven (7) years of relevant professional experience or a demonstrated equivalent level of expertise
• Strong understanding of VAT/GST principles, including imports/exports, intra‑EU transactions, reverse charge mechanisms, and invoicing requirements
• Experience preparing or reviewing indirect tax returns in multiple jurisdictions
• Experience working with ERP systems such as Oracle or similar platforms
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize effectively in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating cross‑functionally with global teams
• Experience supporting VAT/GST audits or tax authority inquiries preferred
• Familiarity with e‑invoicing and digital reporting requirements preferred

Base Salary Range (London, England, UK):
For this role, new hires generally start between £47,000 – £63,000 per year. The full range is £47,000 – £85,000 per year. This range is applicable for the labor market where the role is intended to be hired. The final base salary is directly related to the candidate’s qualifications and professional experience uniquely.

• Passion for Pokémon:
  Develops an understanding of the Pokémon brand, the impact it has on our people, culture, business, fans, and communities, and applying that knowledge…