Tax Accountant

At Swarovski, you don’t just join a brand - you help reinvent one of the most iconic names in fashion and design. Here, bold ideas matter, creativity drives change, collaboration is valued, and your work shapes how the world experiences brilliance. If you’re ready to push boundaries, grow your skills, and leave your mark where innovation meets timeless elegance, we’re ready for you.

GBS San José is a shared services hub that supports the business through efficient, high-quality, and collaborative operations.

About the Job

In this role, you will be responsible for performing activities related to Sales & Use Tax for the US market, ensuring accurate tax calculation, reconciliation, return preparation and compliance with relevant regulations and internal requirements. You will work closely with local teams and other stakeholders to investigate discrepancies, support process improvements and contribute to the effective delivery of tax operations.

• Calculating and reconciling Sales & Use Tax for relevant US business activities. 
• Preparing, completing and filing Sales & Use Tax returns. 
• Performing tax projections and actual tax calculations in line with applicable rules and process frameworks. 
• Investigating discrepancies in Sales & Use Tax calculations, with a focus on technical root causes and sustainable resolution. 
• Applying the correct tax rules and supporting the incorporation of required tax changes into existing processes. 
• Acting as an interface towards IT in case of technical issues impacting tax processes or calculations. 
• Liaising with local R2R teams and other internal stakeholders to support tax return reviews, process changes and issue resolution. 
• Supporting tax audits by preparing data, documentation and explanations as required. 
• Contributing to continuous improvement opportunities within tax operations, with a strong focus on accuracy, compliance and process efficiency. 

About You

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Tax, Business Administration or a related field. 
• First professional experience in finance, accounting or tax, preferably in a shared services or international environment. 
• Experience or interest in US Sales & Use Tax processes, including tax calculation, reconciliation, return preparation and filing. 
• Good understanding of financial accounting principles and tax-related controls. 
• Strong numerical and reconciliation skills, with high attention to detail and accuracy. 
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including pivots and commonly used formulas such as VLOOKUP and SUMIF. 
• Experience with tax software, research tools or financial systems would be an advantage. 
• Interest in solving process and system-related issues with a technology-focused mindset. 
• Service orientation, process mindset and willingness to continuously improve the way of working. 
• Ability to communicate clearly with internal stakeholders, explain procedures and coordinate required actions. 
• Good organizational skills, agility and ability to manage multiple tasks within deadlines. 
• Good command of English, both written and spoken. 

What We Offer

You can expect a range of benefits, including:

• Learning and career development programs to help you grow
• A global employee assistance program offering support in the areas of mental, physical, and emotional health, managerial support as well as financial and legal matters
• Hybrid work options to support you.
• Paid volunteering leave to support causes that matter to you
• Exclusive employee discounts on Swarovski products
• Employee solidarity association.

About Swarovski

Swarovski creates crystal-based products of unique quality and craftsmanship that bring joy and celebrate individuality. Founded in Austria in 1895, we design, manufacture, and sell the world’s finest crystals, gemstones, Swarovski Created Diamonds, zirconia, jewelry, accessories, and home décor.

Sustainability and responsibility are at the heart of our brand, from circular innovation to diversity, inclusion, and the philanthropic work of the Swarovski Foundation. We empower people to express their individuality with confidence and respect, and we believe that different perspectives make us stronger.

Swarovski is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair, inclusive recruitment and to building a workplace where everyone feels they truly belong.