Analyst / Senior Analyst, Indirect Tax
Abercrombie & Fitch Co., Columbus, OH, United States
Job Description
The Indirect Tax Analyst supports global indirect tax compliance, reporting, and analysis across Sales Tax, VAT, GST, and other non‑income tax areas. The role focuses on accurate filings, operational support, process improvement, and cross‑functional collaboration with finance, vendors, and external partners.
This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.
What Will You Be Doing?
Prepare and assist with indirect tax returns — Support preparation of miscellaneous Sales Tax, VAT, GST, and other indirect tax filings across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy and timely submission
Prepare annual incentive workpapers — Compile and maintain Incentive documentation; coordinate with vendors to obtain required tax information and validate completeness
Support refund claims and spend analysis — Assist with refund claims, including data gathering, reconciliation, and monthly spend analysis to identify refund opportunities
Perform month‑end close activities — Prepare assigned journal entries and account reconciliations related to indirect tax accounts
Identify process improvement opportunities — Evaluate existing workflows, propose enhancements, and help implement more efficient tax processes and controls
Support tax audits — Assist with audit requests, documentation gathering, and responses to tax authorities
Assist with e‑invoicing initiatives — Contribute to e‑invoicing compliance projects, including data validation and process alignment with regulatory requirements
Participate in cross‑functional projects — Provide tax support for special projects as needed, ensuring indirect tax considerations are incorporated into business decisions
What Do You Need To Bring?
BA/BS Degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax or related field preferred
4+ year prior accounting and/or indirect tax experience preferredDemonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities while consistently meeting compliance deadlines
Proven capacity to work independently and drive tasks to completion
Strong sense of ownership, curiosity, and commitment to continuous learning
Collaborative mindset with the ability to build effective cross‑functional relationships
Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate risks, identify opportunities, and contribute to long‑term planning
Strong accounting and technology skills to drive process efficiencies
Our Company Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for specific lifestyle needs. The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie & Fitch, YPB, abercrombie kids, Hollister and Gilly Hicks, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates over 750 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e‑commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com, and hollisterco.com. At Abercrombie & Fitch Co., we lead with purpose and always put our people first. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.
Benefits & Perks
Incentive bonus program
401(K) savings plan with company match
Annual companywide review process
Flexible spending accounts
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Associate assistance program
Paid parental and adoption leave
Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
Paid Caregiver Leave
Mobile stipend
Paid time off and one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles and weeks per year)
Seven associate wellness half days per year
Merchandise discount on all of our brands
Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!
Additional Information ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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This job is located at our Global Home Office in Columbus, Ohio.
What Will You Be Doing?
Prepare and assist with indirect tax returns — Support preparation of miscellaneous Sales Tax, VAT, GST, and other indirect tax filings across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy and timely submission
Prepare annual incentive workpapers — Compile and maintain Incentive documentation; coordinate with vendors to obtain required tax information and validate completeness
Support refund claims and spend analysis — Assist with refund claims, including data gathering, reconciliation, and monthly spend analysis to identify refund opportunities
Perform month‑end close activities — Prepare assigned journal entries and account reconciliations related to indirect tax accounts
Identify process improvement opportunities — Evaluate existing workflows, propose enhancements, and help implement more efficient tax processes and controls
Support tax audits — Assist with audit requests, documentation gathering, and responses to tax authorities
Assist with e‑invoicing initiatives — Contribute to e‑invoicing compliance projects, including data validation and process alignment with regulatory requirements
Participate in cross‑functional projects — Provide tax support for special projects as needed, ensuring indirect tax considerations are incorporated into business decisions
What Do You Need To Bring?
BA/BS Degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax or related field preferred
4+ year prior accounting and/or indirect tax experience preferredDemonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities while consistently meeting compliance deadlines
Proven capacity to work independently and drive tasks to completion
Strong sense of ownership, curiosity, and commitment to continuous learning
Collaborative mindset with the ability to build effective cross‑functional relationships
Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate risks, identify opportunities, and contribute to long‑term planning
Strong accounting and technology skills to drive process efficiencies
Our Company Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is a global, digitally led omnichannel specialty retailer of apparel and accessories catering to kids through millennials with assortments curated for specific lifestyle needs. The company operates a family of brands, including Abercrombie & Fitch, YPB, abercrombie kids, Hollister and Gilly Hicks, each sharing a commitment to offer products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that support global customers on their journey to being and becoming who they are. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. operates over 750 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e‑commerce sites abercrombie.com, abercrombiekids.com, and hollisterco.com. At Abercrombie & Fitch Co., we lead with purpose and always put our people first. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.
Benefits & Perks
Incentive bonus program
401(K) savings plan with company match
Annual companywide review process
Flexible spending accounts
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Associate assistance program
Paid parental and adoption leave
Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
Paid Caregiver Leave
Mobile stipend
Paid time off and one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles and weeks per year)
Seven associate wellness half days per year
Merchandise discount on all of our brands
Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!
Additional Information ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
#J-18808-Ljbffr