Christie's Indirect Tax Analyst

About Christie's

Founded in London in 1766 by James Christie, Christie’s is a leading international auction house whose heritage spans fine art, decorative arts, jewellery and exceptional collectibles. Through auctions, private sales and digital platforms, it connects collectors with remarkable objects and the expertise that brings their histories to life. As an employer, Christie’s offers career paths across specialist departments, client services, marketing, technology and operations within a global, culturally rich environment. Its work calls for intellectual curiosity, discretion and meticulous attention to detail, appealing to professionals who value scholarship, commercial acumen and the exacting standards of the international art and luxury markets.

Role & Responsibilities

• Prepare and review U.S. sales and use tax returns, supporting workpapers, reconciliations, and related filings.
• Assist with use tax accruals, exemption certificate management, business registrations, and other indirect tax compliance obligations.
• Perform data validation and reconciliation procedures to ensure tax filings are accurate and complete.
• Support month-end tax reporting activities and account reconciliations.
• Manage tax notices and information requests from state and local tax authorities.
• Support sales and use tax audits by gathering documentation, analyzing transactions, and preparing audit responses.
• Assist with refund claims, nexus reviews, and other tax controversy matters.
• Identify and mitigate indirect tax risks through proactive reviews of transactions and processes.
• Research indirect tax issues and legislative developments affecting Christie’s operations.
• Prepare concise technical memoranda, summaries, and recommendations for tax management and business stakeholders.
• Assist internal departments with taxability determinations, exemption requirements, and operational tax questions.
• Monitor changes in tax laws, regulations, and emerging trends affecting indirect tax compliance.
• Support indirect tax technology initiatives, including ERP integrations, tax engine optimization, and automation projects.
• Use data analytics tools to identify filing variances, process inefficiencies, and compliance risks.
• Leverage AI and emerging technologies to improve data gathering, audit support, compliance workflows, and tax research processes.
• Collaborate with Finance, IT, Procurement, Accounts Payable, and Operations teams to streamline tax processes and strengthen internal controls.
• Help develop scalable and sustainable tax compliance procedures as the business evolves.
• Support strategic tax initiatives, process transformation efforts, and special projects as assigned.
• Participate in cross-functional projects involving new business activities, system implementations, and operational changes.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter who can drive projects independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
• Curiosity and willingness to continually learn about new technologies, tax rules, and business processes.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to build trusted relationships across the organization.
• Solution-oriented mindset focused on process improvement, efficiency, and risk mitigation.
• Consistently delivers accurate and timely tax filings.
• Proactively resolves notices and audit inquiries while minimizing tax risk.
• Identifies opportunities to automate manual processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Uses technology and data analytics to enhance compliance, controls, and decision-making.
• Serves as a trusted partner to finance and operational stakeholders across the organization.

Skills

Compensation

The base compensation for this position ranges from USD 85,000 to USD 105,000 per annum.

Culture

Christie’s workplace culture centres on specialist expertise, intellectual curiosity and a shared appreciation for art and exceptional objects, with discretion and attentive client service shaping its professional environment. Its international auction business brings together specialists and colleagues across disciplines, combining a distinguished heritage with an evolving approach to digital engagement and the global art market.

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