VAT Compliance Analyst
Pokemoncareers · Bellevue, Washington, United States · Posted Jun 22, 2026
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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.
Learn more online at corporate.pokemon.com and pokemon.com .
Get to Know the Role
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
What You’ll Do
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
What You’ll Bring
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: For this role, new hires generally start between $85,000 – $113,000 per year. The full range is $85,000 - $153,000 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.
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How you’ll be successful
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 and passion to everything you do.
Challenging the Expected: Approaches challenges with curiosity and creativity, embracing the possibility of failure as an opportunity to learn something new, develop innovative ideas, solve complex problems and identify unique opportunities.
Integrity and Respect: Demonstrates integrity and respect by leading with empathy, listening to others, seeking out different perspectives, and taking personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and results.
Dedicated to Quality: Takes ownership to maintain and promote high standards, looks for new ways to learn and improve, and embraces a growth mindset to seek and apply feedback from others in an effort to continuously improve.
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