international indirect tax manager, Compliance & Planning

Now Brewing – International Indirect Tax Professionals! #tobeapartner

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.

As the International Indirect Tax Manager, Compliance & Planning, you will support Starbucks' global indirect tax function through management of international VAT, GST, and other indirect tax compliance activities while providing practical tax guidance to business partners. This role will work closely with accounting, finance, legal, supply chain, and external advisors to help ensure compliance with global tax obligations and support business initiatives across Starbucks' international markets.

As an International Indirect Tax Manager, you will:

•    Manage international indirect tax compliance – Coordinate VAT, GST, and other indirect tax filings, working with internal stakeholders and external service providers to ensure timely and accurate compliance.
•    Support tax planning and advisory initiatives – Provide indirect tax guidance related to business transactions, contracts, cross-border activities, and operational changes. Assist in evaluating tax risks and opportunities associated with business initiatives.
•    Partner across the business – Collaborate with finance, accounting, legal, procurement, technology, and international business teams to identify and address indirect tax considerations in day-to-day operations.
•    Assist with audits and tax authority inquiries – Support responses to indirect tax audits, examinations, and information requests while maintaining appropriate documentation and supporting analyses.
•    Identify process improvement opportunities – Help improve compliance processes, reporting capabilities, and indirect tax controls while supporting tax technology and automation initiatives.
•    Monitor legislative developments – Track changes in indirect tax laws and regulations and assess potential impacts on Starbucks' business operations and compliance obligations.

We'd love to hear from people with:
•    Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or related field
•    CPA, MST, or equivalent certification preferred
•    5+ years of progressive indirect tax experience, including international VAT/GST
•    Experience in a multinational corporation and/or public accounting firm
•    Knowledge of VAT, GST, sales and use tax, and other transaction taxes
•    Experience supporting tax compliance and reporting processes
•    Experience researching and analyzing indirect tax issues
•    Ability to manage multiple priorities and work across diverse stakeholder groups
•    Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
•    Experience working with tax technology solutions, like Vertex 
•    Experience working with external advisors and service providers preferred

Ideal Candidate
•    Strong technical foundation in international indirect tax
•    Effective collaborator who can build relationships across functions
•    Detail-oriented with strong project management skills
•    Comfortable working in a fast-paced global environment
•    Curious and motivated to continuously improve processes and controls
 

As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire*, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools.  Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities.  You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement.   Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additiona