Shipping and Compliance Coordinator

Description:

Overview of the Role
There are two key functions/components to this role:
1. Importer of Record (IOR) Compliance
o You will manage the day-to-day transactions that impact the compliance of the company's worldwide
entities. You will work with both clients and the IOR team to structure shipments in a manner that is
compliant and commercially viable.
2. International VAT Submissions
o You will be responsible for the client’s international VAT submissions, and you will communicate with clients and the Vat reclaim’ s processing team.
o You will improve workflow management and processes for the team.

Key Responsibilities - IOR Compliance
 Drive additional revenue through VAT products:
o Collaborate with Service- and Sales teams on identifying potential shipments for VAT products and
be the technical support for the IOR team.
 Responsibility of overall VAT compliance of the company's global entities:
o Assess ad hoc / unusual opportunities and explore possible compliant solutions.
o Liaise with clients in obtaining appropriate documents.
o Review documents to ensure it is compliant with requirements per products offered.
 Develop and implement improved workflow management.

Key Responsibilities - International VAT Submissions
 Managing and building relationships with a global pool of clients.
 Learn and become familiar with international VAT rules and keep up to date with any changes in legislation.
 Obtain documents from clients and suppliers timeously and liaising with them on changes required.
 Analyse and review invoices received from clients for possible VAT reclaim.
 Submit complete & compliant international VAT filings on behalf of clients.
 Perform basic data analytics to ensure the completeness of clients' VAT returns and to unlock additional value.
 Liaise with various international tax offices on audits.
 Assist with completing quarterly client reporting.
 Ensure completeness accuracy of payment runs to ensure the correct fees are billed to clients.
 Assess and analyze current processes and create improvements and efficiencies.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• University Undergraduate Degree of any background, commerce-focus or LLB preferable
• Honours Degree advantageous
• Work experience advantageous
• Strong academic track record required

SKILL SET AND DESIRED COMPETENCIES
High level of organizational skills.
Great attention to detail and admin oriented.
Solutions-driven and high problem-solving ability.
Patient and persistent to see a task through completion.
Strong time management skills