Global Supplier Services – Payment Operations - Vice President

Key Skills

Aartificial intelligence, Accounting, Alteryx, Data Mining, Data science techniques, Effective communication skills, Finance, Machine learning techniques, Operations, SAP, Writing

Job Description

This Function will reside within the Indirect Tax Operations team, part of Payment Operations within GSS. The team prepares and files all returns and makes all related payments for US Sales/Use and Personal Property Taxes [PPT] for JPMorgan Chase as well as handling all related audits. The team also handles all supplier-related foreign and domestic US Income Tax Withholding and Reporting; additionally performing a wide range of indirect tax functions associated with Accounts Payable activity for international locations. The team has locations in Columbus, Indianapolis, Tampa, Bengaluru, Bournemouth, Buenos Aires, Sao Paulo, and Warsaw.

This Vice President position is a role in which the primary responsibilities would entail managing tax data analyses processes and automation, tax project implementations, outside tax engagements, information reporting, quality control management and various assigned projects.

 Job Responsibilities:

• Management and Oversight | Implementation of, transition to, and future BAU execution of internal Multiple Points of Use [MPU] solution for use tax self-assessment
• Management and Oversight | Implementation of, transition to, and future BAU execution of outsourced engagement for non-MPU use tax self-assessment
• Management and Primary Engagement Liaison | Vertex O Series New Business onboarding, programming solutions, testing, system upgrades, and new implementations
• Quality Control and Action Plan Management | Various sales/use tax processes across the space
• Analyze legacy systems and processes to identify issues/trends/process enhancements and foresee future needs for sales/use tax compliance
• Assist with sales/use tax audit/controversy resolution
• Ensure controls are in place to maintain compliance with Risk Management and Audit readiness
• Assist with generation of regular productivity and metrics reporting, both internal and outbound
• Ensure that all activities are completed prior to internal deadlines
• Develop strategies to increase cost savings and efficiencies
• Lead and/or assist in various projects as needed

Required Qualifications, Skills and Capabilities:

• 5+ years professional experience with a focus on sales/use tax, and/or financial analysis/accounting experience with some tax background
• Foundational technology skills, highly analytical, and process oriented
• Team player with ability to collaborate with high-performing (often virtual) teams that work in different locations, countries, and time zones to accomplish common goals
• Self-directed, motivated with creative problem solving, negotiation, and analytical skills, and ability to complete work to deadlines with a sense of urgency
• Strategic thinking, emotional intelligence, exceptional communication skills (written and verbal)
• Must be able to effectively prioritize and multi-task
• Adheres to the highest degree of professional standards, establishing trust, promoting inclusive environments, and cultivating collaborative partnerships
• Advocates for and values a culture of transparency, diversity, inclusion, equity and respect among teams

Preferred Qualifications, Skills and Capabilities:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Finance, Accounting, Tax, or Data Science preferred
• Vertex, Avalara or equivalent knowledge an advantage, Alteryx certification a plus
• Statistical analysis skills, data mining acumen and familiarity with ML/AI an advantage
• Excel power user and SAP knowledge preferred.

ABOUT US

JPMorgan Chase & Co., one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents and perspectives that they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs. (If you are a US or Canadian applicant with a disability and wish to request an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us by calling the Accessibility Line (US and Canada Only) 1-866-777-4690 and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.)

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set, and location. For those in eligible roles, we offer discretionary incentive compensation which may be awarded in recognition of firm performance and individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

JPMorgan Chase is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans