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Description

Join our dynamic Tax Controversy & Risk Management team and contribute to strategic initiatives that maximize value for our company! As a Tax Controversy and Audit Manager , you'll play a key role in supporting our organization's tax strategy and positioning us for continued success. You will support our Tax Controversy team in managing tax audits, tax litigation, and risk management activities in Brazil. You'll have the opportunity to leverage your technical expertise and analytical skills to identify tax savings opportunities while maintaining effective risk management controls.


Key job responsibilities
• Support the development of tax strategies and solutions tailored to the upcoming Brazilian Tax Reform and our evolving business needs
• Analyze complex tax laws, regulations, and incentives to identify opportunities to optimize our company's tax position
• Collaborate with senior team members to align litigation strategy with broader business objectives
• Monitor tax cases in Superior Courts (STF and STJ), tracking developments and flagging opportunities and potential risks
• Support the tax controversy strategy by preparing analyses, reports, and documentation
• Assist in managing tax debit clearance certificates and maintaining current accounts with tax authorities
• Identify and assess litigation risks and opportunities, preparing technical memoranda and supporting preventive measures
Why You'll Love It Here
• Work at the forefront of tax litigation and audit management, leveraging the latest technologies and industry best practices
• Be part of a collaborative, high-energy team that values your contributions and professional development
• Make a tangible impact on the company's bottom line and long-term competitiveness
Key Job Responsibilities
• Support the implementation of the company's tax planning strategy to optimize tax efficiency and minimize tax liabilities
• Conduct analysis of the company's operations, transactions, and financial data to identify opportunities for tax savings
• Stay up-to-date on changes in Brazilian tax laws, regulations, and incentives, and evaluate their impact on the business
• Collaborate with accounting, finance, and legal teams to align tax planning with broader business objectives
• Prepare detailed tax planning analyses and recommendations for review by senior leadership
• Support the execution of approved tax planning strategies, ensuring proper documentation and compliance


A day in the life
This position is not directly involved in day-to-day indirect taxes compliance but supports the advisory planning, coordination, and communication of various tax-related projects, including supporting engagements with external advisors, government bodies, tax authorities, and auditors.


About the team
The Tax Controversy and Audit team is part of Amazon's Brazil Tax organization, supporting one of the fastest-growing markets in the company's global portfolio. Our mission is to protect and create value by proactively managing tax risks, driving favorable outcomes in tax disputes, and identifying savings opportunities across all tax types (ICMS, PIS/COFINS, income tax, and social security contributions).

We work closely with external counsel (top-tier Brazilian law firms), Big 4 advisory firms, and cross-functional partners including Legal, Finance, Accounting, and Operations. Our team operates in a fast-paced, high-impact environment where intellectual curiosity, ownership, and bias for action are essential.

We value collaboration, continuous learning, and a culture of trust. Team members are encouraged to develop deep technical expertise while gaining broad exposure to Amazon's diverse business lines in Brazil — from e-commerce and marketplace to logistics, cloud services, and digital content.