Junior Tax Specialist

IMPORTANT: This is a part-time,
independent contractor role
for individuals in the UTC-3 to UTC+2 time zones

About the job

Are you passionate about the complexities of 
international indirect taxes
 (VAT, GST, Sales Tax)? Do you thrive on learning and applying tax rules across different global jurisdictions?

Quaderno is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented 
Junior Tax Specialist
 to join our team. You will be instrumental in helping our global user base navigate the world of international tax compliance.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to build a foundational career in a fast-paced, global FinTech environment and become a subject matter expert in e-commerce tax compliance.

What you'll be doing

This is a hands-on role where you will be directly supporting our users and staying ahead of the constantly changing tax landscape. Your main focus will be:

• Global Compliance Support:
   Helping Quaderno users understand their tax obligations and successfully register and file indirect taxes (VAT, GST, Sales Tax) in various jurisdictions worldwide.
• Tax Research & Knowledge:
   Proactively monitoring, researching, and staying up to date on major international tax news, legislation changes, and emerging requirements that affect e-commerce businesses.
• Documentation & Education:
   Translating complex tax rules into clear, actionable advice and updating our internal knowledge base and external resources (help docs, blog posts) to reflect current compliance requirements.
• Product Input:
   Collaborating with our Product and Engineering teams, offering expert tax guidance to ensure Quaderno's platform remains accurate and compliant globally.
• User Communication:
   Answering user queries related to international tax rules and Quaderno's tax calculations and reporting.

Who we're looking for

We are seeking a candidate who is deeply interested in the field of international indirect taxes and possesses the following traits and qualifications:

Must-haves

• Tax Interest:
   A demonstrable interest in international indirect taxes (VAT, GST, Sales Tax) and a strong desire to become a specialist in this area.
• Research Skills:
   Proven ability to research complex legal and regulatory documents and synthesize information accurately and clearly.
• Communication Skills:
   Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, capable of explaining technical tax concepts simply.
• Proactivity:
   A self-starter who can take full ownership of tax research tasks and proactively suggest improvements to our processes and knowledge base.
• Detail Orientation:
   A high level of attention to detail and accuracy is crucial for tax compliance.

Nice to have

• A degree or background in Law, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Previous experience in a tax, accounting, or compliance role, particularly within a cross-border or international context.
• Familiarity with the e-commerce or SaaS business model.
• Proficiency in languages other than English.

This role is a unique opportunity to build expertise in a high-demand area of international tax and play a key role in the success of a global compliance platform.

Benefits

We're bootstrapped, profitable, and committed to building a sustainable company that will continue to grow for decades to come. That means we value work-life balance and invest in our employees' long-term growth.

We offer:

• Work from anywhere in the world in a 
  UTC-3 and UTC+2
   time zone as an
  independent contractor
  .
• Design your own schedule. Work no more than 25 hours/week.
• Competitive pay based on your skills and location.
• Paid vacation + national holidays.
• 2 annual company retreats to awesome places.
• A passionate and caring team.
• A key role where your work will have a direct and visible impact on our marketing success.

About us

Quaderno (a Visma company) is a global, fully remote company. We believe that our way of working, independent of borders and time zones, is the future. We want to build a work environment where people are happy, productive, and interact well.

We're quite transparent internally. This helps everyone to be part of this journey and make better decisions.

We believe in diversity, and we are committed to creating a home for everyone, no matter your gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, education, age, or other personal characteristics.

We like to work hard, but we also believe in balance. That's why we only work 5 really focused hours per day, ensuring everyone has plenty of time to exercise and enjoy life. No toxic meetings, no endless phone calls, no bullshit. Just focused work. The rest of the day is dedicated to family, friends, pets, and hobbies (you know, the important stuff).

Being part of Quaderno means that you'll become part of a culture that's based on excelling in our craft while also maintaining a healthy work-life balance. You'll join a multicultural development team that's passionate about dealing with large datasets, complex tax rules, and helping thousands of businesses around the world.

Selection process

1. Application

If this role resonates with you, we'd love to hear from you To apply, please complete the application form and include your resume.

2. First interview

If your profile catches our interest, the next step is an introductory call. It's a chance for us to learn about your experience and for you to learn about our team, our culture, and the role itself.

3. Take-home Assignment

We'll send you a role-specific task to complete. This assignment is designed to give you a taste of the work you'd be doing and should take no more than half a day to finish. Please consider whether you can dedicate this time before applying.

4. Interview with the CEO

If you advance to this stage, you'll meet with our CEO for a deeper conversation. This is a chance to discuss your background, learn more about our company culture, review role details, and address any questions you might have.

5. Offer

If everything aligns, congratulations: you'll receive an offer to join our team