{"id":88225,"date":"2026-01-30T17:03:22","date_gmt":"2026-01-30T16:03:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/?p=88225"},"modified":"2026-02-13T11:42:36","modified_gmt":"2026-02-13T10:42:36","slug":"impuesto-sobre-bienes-y-servicios","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/es\/academy\/goods-and-services-tax\/","title":{"rendered":"El impuesto sobre bienes y servicios (GST) explicado para las peque\u00f1as empresas"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"88225\" class=\"elementor elementor-88225\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2a4736d5 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2a4736d5\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-312c0a53 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"312c0a53\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_we_effect_on&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n<p>The goods and services tax (GST) is a consumption-based tax charged on goods and services in many countries worldwide. While the United States does not have a federal GST, U.S. small businesses often encounter GST when selling internationally, working with overseas clients, or operating ecommerce stores that ship abroad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For U.S. business owners, GST usually becomes relevant when revenue crosses borders. If GST is handled incorrectly, it can lead to undercharging customers, issuing non-compliant invoices, delayed payments, and penalties imposed by foreign tax authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>This guide will cover:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The goods and services tax meaning and definition<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How GST differs from U.S. sales and excise taxes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When U.S. businesses must register for GST<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to calculate, collect, and remit GST<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>GST compliance challenges for ecommerce businesses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>GST rates and structures by country<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-goods-and-services-tax-gst\"><strong>What Is the Goods and Services Tax (GST)?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/tax-calculation-desk.jpg\" alt=\"Hand using calculator for GST tax calculation\" class=\"wp-image-88226\" srcset=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/tax-calculation-desk.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/tax-calculation-desk-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/tax-calculation-desk-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/tax-calculation-desk-710x474.jpg 710w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The goods and services tax definition refers to an indirect tax applied to the sale of goods and services at each stage of the supply chain. The final tax burden is paid by the consumer, while businesses act as tax collectors on behalf of the government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From an accounting standpoint, GST is not business income. It is a temporary liability. This distinction matters when preparing financial statements and reconciling accounts, as explained in this guide to<a href=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/academy\/financial-accounting\/\"> financial accounting<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-gst-vs-u-s-sales-tax\"><strong>GST vs. U.S. sales tax<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the United States, businesses do not deal with a federal goods and services tax. Instead, tax on goods and services is split across state sales taxes and federal excise taxes, each with very different rules and compliance requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>GST<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>U.S. Sales Tax<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tax structure<\/td><td>Value-added<\/td><td>Point-of-sale<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Federal system<\/td><td>Yes (outside the U.S.)<\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Charged at<\/td><td>Multiple stages<\/td><td>Final sale only<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Input tax credits<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>State sales tax<\/strong> is charged only at the final point of sale to the customer. Businesses collect it once, remit it to the state, and cannot claim credits for tax paid on expenses. Sales tax rules vary by state, which is why many U.S. businesses rely on strong <a href=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/academy\/small-business-bookkeeping\/\">bookkeeping<\/a> practices to track taxable and non-taxable sales accurately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Federal excise taxes<\/strong>, on the other hand, apply only to specific goods and activities, such as fuel, alcohol, tobacco, airline tickets, and certain manufacturing or environmental activities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These taxes are not broad-based and do not apply to most everyday business services. The IRS outlines how<a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/businesses\/small-businesses-self-employed\/excise-tax\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> excise taxes<\/a> work, but for most service-based small businesses, excise tax is a limited or non-issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>GST systems used abroad work very differently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Under a GST system:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tax is applied at every stage of the supply chain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Businesses must track tax collected and tax paid<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Input tax credits reduce the amount owed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Invoices must meet strict formatting and disclosure rules<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This means that when a U.S. business sells into a GST country, it cannot treat GST like U.S. sales tax. GST must be recorded as a liability, reconciled in the<a href=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/academy\/ledger\/\"> general ledger<\/a>, and reported through formal GST returns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From an accounting perspective, this difference is critical. GST affects:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How revenue is reported<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How liabilities appear on the<a href=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/glossary\/balance-sheet-definition\/\"> balance sheet<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When tax must be paid, even if the customer has not yet paid the invoice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This is especially important for U.S. businesses using<a href=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/academy\/accrual-basis-accounting\/\"> accrual basis accounting<\/a>, where GST may be owed based on the invoice date rather than cash receipt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-goods-and-services-tax-explained\"><strong>Goods and Services Tax Explained<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>GST operates on a credit-offset system. Businesses charge GST on taxable sales (output tax) and claim credits for GST paid on business expenses (input tax). The difference between the two is what gets remitted to the tax authority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This structure makes accurate recordkeeping essential, especially for businesses with high transaction volume or international customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-am-i-required-to-collect-gst-from-customers\"><strong>When am I required to collect GST from customers?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A U.S. business may need to collect GST when it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Exceeds registration thresholds in a GST country<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sells digital services to foreign customers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ships goods from overseas fulfillment centers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Uses international marketplaces<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Tracking international revenue accurately requires visibility into all<a href=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/academy\/transactions\/\"> transactions<\/a>, especially when sales span multiple regions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-who-has-to-pay-gst\"><strong>Who has to pay GST?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/business-professional-working-tax-documents.jpg\" alt=\"Business professional reviewing VAT and tax documents\" class=\"wp-image-88227\" srcset=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/business-professional-working-tax-documents.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/business-professional-working-tax-documents-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/business-professional-working-tax-documents-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/business-professional-working-tax-documents-710x474.jpg 710w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The customer ultimately pays GST as part of the purchase price. However, the business is legally responsible for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Charging the correct GST rate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Issuing compliant invoices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Filing returns and remitting tax<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Because GST is invoice-driven, understanding<a href=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/academy\/what-is-an-invoice\/\"> what is an invoice<\/a> and how tax must appear on it is essential for compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-do-i-register-to-collect-gst\"><strong>How do I register to collect GST?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Goods and service tax registration is handled through government portals, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/revenue-agency\/services\/tax\/businesses\/topics\/gst-hst-businesses.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Canada\u2019s GST\/HST program<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ato.gov.au\/businesses-and-organisations\/gst-excise-and-indirect-taxes\/gst\/how-gst-works\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Australia\u2019s GST registration<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/services.india.gov.in\/service\/detail\/goods-and-services-tax-gst-services\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">India\u2019s GST portal<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Once registered, your GST number must appear on invoices, and you must file returns on a set schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-file-and-remit-gst\"><strong>How to File and Remit GST<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>GST filing is not a one-time task. It is the result of consistent bookkeeping throughout the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-typical-gst-filing-workflow\"><strong>Typical GST filing workflow<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Record GST collected on invoices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Track GST paid on expenses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reconcile balances in your<a href=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/academy\/ledger\/\"> general ledger<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prepare and submit GST returns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay or claim the net amount<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Maintaining clean records is much easier when your accounting follows<a href=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/academy\/double-entry-accounting\/\"> double-entry accounting<\/a> principles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Businesses using<a href=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/academy\/accrual-basis-accounting\/\"> accrual basis accounting<\/a> must pay special attention to timing. GST may be owed based on invoice date, not when cash is received, which can impact cash flow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-is-gst-calculated\"><strong>How Is GST Calculated?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>GST is calculated as a percentage of the taxable sale price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-example-gst-calculation\"><strong>Example GST calculation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Item<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Amount<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Service fee<\/td><td>$1,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>GST rate<\/td><td>10%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>GST charged<\/td><td>$100<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total invoice<\/td><td>$1,100<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>GST must be shown clearly on <a href=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/academy\/invoice-payments\/\">invoices<\/a>. Using automated tools to generate invoices reduces errors and simplifies reconciliation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-benefits-of-the-gst\"><strong>What Are the Benefits of the GST?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For governments, GST improves tax transparency and reduces tax cascading. For businesses, GST provides:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Clear separation between revenue and tax<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Standardized documentation requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easier reconciliation and audit trails<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>From a reporting perspective, GST integrates directly into<a href=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/academy\/assets-and-liabilities-guide\/\"> assets and liabilities<\/a>, since collected tax increases short-term liabilities until paid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-are-vat-and-gst-the-same\"><strong>Are VAT and GST the Same?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/accountant-reviewing-invoices-ledger.jpg\" alt=\"Accountant reviewing invoices and financial records\" class=\"wp-image-88228\" srcset=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/accountant-reviewing-invoices-ledger.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/accountant-reviewing-invoices-ledger-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/accountant-reviewing-invoices-ledger-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/accountant-reviewing-invoices-ledger-710x474.jpg 710w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>VAT (Value Added Tax) and GST (Goods and Services Tax) are often grouped together because they are both consumption taxes, but they are not identical in how they are implemented or administered.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding the differences matters for U.S. businesses that sell into multiple international markets, because VAT and GST compliance rules affect pricing, invoicing, cash flow, and filing timelines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At a high level, both VAT and GST:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Are charged on goods and services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are collected by businesses on behalf of the government<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ultimately fall on the end consumer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the practical differences appear once you start issuing invoices and filing returns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For U.S. businesses selling internationally, GST affects not just compliance but also invoicing, payment timing, and documentation, all of which play a role in how you actually<a href=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/academy\/getting-paid-freelancers-contractors-guide\/\"> get paid as a freelancer or contractor<\/a> when working with foreign clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-dual-goods-and-services-tax-structures\"><strong>Dual Goods and Services Tax Structures<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some countries use a dual goods and services tax system, where tax authority is shared between a national government and regional governments. This structure directly affects how businesses classify transactions and report tax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-dual-gst-systems-work\"><strong>How dual GST systems work<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In a dual GST system:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>One portion of the tax goes to the central government<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Another portion goes to the state, province, or territory<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The tax type depends on where the transaction takes place<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>India is the most well-known example, using:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Central GST (CGST)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>State GST (SGST)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Integrated GST (IGST)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The tax applied depends on whether a sale occurs within the same state or across state borders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-dual-gst-systems-are-complex-for-businesses\"><strong>Why dual GST systems are complex for businesses<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dual GST systems require businesses to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Identify the customer\u2019s location precisely<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Classify each transaction correctly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply the correct GST type and rate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Report tax separately to different authorities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For ecommerce businesses shipping goods across regions, this creates added complexity. A single misclassification can result in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Incorrect tax filings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Delayed refunds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Penalties or compliance notices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This is why strong<a href=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/academy\/transactions\/\"> transaction tracking<\/a> and consistent<a href=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/academy\/journal-entry-accounting\/\"> journal entry accounting<\/a> are critical when operating in dual GST jurisdictions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-types-of-goods-and-services-taxes\"><strong>Types of Goods and Services Taxes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>GST Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Description<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Applies When<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>CGST<\/td><td>Central GST<\/td><td>Intra-state transactions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SGST<\/td><td>State GST<\/td><td>Intra-state transactions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IGST<\/td><td>Integrated GST<\/td><td>Inter-state or cross-border<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>GSTT<\/td><td>Territory GST<\/td><td>Special regions<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Misclassifying GST types can lead to filing errors and delayed refunds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-importance-of-gst-for-ecommerce-businesses\"><strong>Importance of GST for Ecommerce Businesses<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ecommerce-team-packing-shipping-boxes.jpg\" alt=\"Team packing boxes for cross-border ecommerce shipping\" class=\"wp-image-88229\" srcset=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ecommerce-team-packing-shipping-boxes.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ecommerce-team-packing-shipping-boxes-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ecommerce-team-packing-shipping-boxes-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ecommerce-team-packing-shipping-boxes-710x474.jpg 710w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-gst-compliance-challenges\"><strong>GST compliance challenges<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ecommerce sellers face increased complexity due to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cross-border shipping<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Marketplace facilitator rules<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Digital product taxation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Clear<a href=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/academy\/billing-cycles-explained\/\"> billing cycles<\/a> help ensure GST is applied consistently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-impact-on-pricing-and-profitability\"><strong>Impact on pricing and profitability<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>GST affects:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Product pricing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Checkout totals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gross margins<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Improper GST handling can distort income reporting and worsen<a href=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/academy\/cash-flow-problems\/\"> cash flow problems<\/a>, especially when tax is due before payment is received.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-documentation-and-tax-calculations\"><strong>Documentation and tax calculations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ecommerce businesses must maintain:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>GST-compliant invoices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of payment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clear audit trails<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing<a href=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/academy\/how-to-write-receipt-of-payment\/\"> how to write a receipt of payment<\/a> helps maintain defensible records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-handle-gst-as-an-ecommerce-business\"><strong>How to Handle GST as an Ecommerce Business<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-gst-registration-process\"><strong>GST registration process<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many ecommerce sellers must register for GST even at relatively low revenue thresholds, particularly when selling into countries such as Canada, Australia, or New Zealand. Selling through online marketplaces does <strong>not<\/strong> automatically remove GST responsibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Registration is commonly required when you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sell taxable goods or digital services to customers in GST countries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Store inventory or use fulfillment centers located overseas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exceed country-specific revenue thresholds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sell through marketplaces that place tax responsibility on the seller<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Your business structure also affects how GST registration works. Whether you operate as a sole proprietor, LLC, or corporation can influence:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Who is legally responsible for GST compliance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How registration is completed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How liability is handled if issues arise<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Common registration mistakes to avoid:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Registering only after being notified by a tax authority<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assuming a marketplace automatically handles GST<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Issuing invoices without a valid GST number once registration is required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-gst-filing-and-payment\"><strong>GST filing and payment<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>GST filing schedules vary by country and may be monthly, quarterly, or annual. Even small ecommerce businesses may owe GST before customer payments are fully collected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To manage this effectively, many U.S. sellers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Align GST payments with quarterly estimated tax planning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set aside collected GST in a separate account<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitor outstanding invoices tied to GST liabilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Using automated summaries from business reports helps by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ensuring GST is calculated consistently across sales<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reducing manual reconciliation work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Making it easier to share clean data with accountants or tax advisors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-gst-rates-by-country-quick-reference\"><strong>GST Rates by Country (Quick Reference)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Country<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Standard GST Rate<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Notes<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Australia<\/td><td>10%<\/td><td>Broad-based<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Canada<\/td><td>5%<\/td><td>Combined with HST<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>India<\/td><td>0\u201328%<\/td><td>Multiple slabs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maldives<\/td><td>Variable<\/td><td>Tourism-focused<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>New Zealand<\/td><td>15%<\/td><td>Few exemptions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Singapore<\/td><td>9%<\/td><td>Recently increased<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ready-to-manage-gst-with-confidence\"><strong>Ready to Manage GST With Confidence?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For U.S. businesses selling internationally, GST compliance depends on more than knowing the correct tax rate. It requires accurate invoicing, consistent recordkeeping, and reliable reporting that aligns with foreign tax authority requirements.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>GST must be clearly separated from revenue on invoices, tracked as a liability, and supported by documentation that can stand up to review or audit.With Invoice Fly\u2019s<a href=\"https:\/\/invoicefly.com\/product\/invoicing-software\/\"> invoicing software<\/a>, you can apply taxes at the invoice level, track payments against each invoice, and maintain clear records of GST collected and paid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4e15eea9 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4e15eea9\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-18bd1397 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"18bd1397\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_we_effect_on&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">GST FAQs<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6bc70b04 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"6bc70b04\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-68865628 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-elementskit-accordion\" data-id=\"68865628\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;ekit_we_effect_on&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"elementskit-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ekit-wid-con\" >\n        <div class=\"elementskit-accordion accoedion-primary\" id=\"accordion-69ebd494c17d1\">\n\n            \n                <div class=\"elementskit-card active\">\n                    <div class=\"elementskit-card-header\" id=\"primaryHeading-0-68865628\">\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-8065b3c69ebd494c17d1\" class=\"ekit-accordion--toggler elementskit-btn-link collapsed\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-8065b3c69ebd494c17d1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-8065b3c69ebd494c17d1\">\n                            \n                            <span class=\"ekit-accordion-title\">1. What date is the GST payment?<\/span>\n\n                            \n                                <div class=\"ekit_accordion_icon_group\">\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_normal_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-down-arrow1\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_active_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Active Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-up-arrow\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n\n                            \n                                                    <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <div id=\"Collapse-8065b3c69ebd494c17d1\" class=\" show collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"primaryHeading-0-68865628\" data-parent=\"#accordion-69ebd494c17d1\">\n\n                        <div class=\"elementskit-card-body ekit-accordion--content\">\n                            <p>Payment deadlines depend on the country and filing frequency. Monthly filers typically pay within 30 days of the reporting period end.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n\n                <\/div><!-- .elementskit-card END -->\n\n                \n                <div class=\"elementskit-card active\">\n                    <div class=\"elementskit-card-header\" id=\"primaryHeading-1-68865628\">\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-d5b379969ebd494c17d1\" class=\"ekit-accordion--toggler elementskit-btn-link collapsed\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-d5b379969ebd494c17d1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-d5b379969ebd494c17d1\">\n                            \n                            <span class=\"ekit-accordion-title\">2. Who is required to pay GST?<\/span>\n\n                            \n                                <div class=\"ekit_accordion_icon_group\">\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_normal_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-down-arrow1\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_active_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Active Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-up-arrow\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n\n                            \n                                                    <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <div id=\"Collapse-d5b379969ebd494c17d1\" class=\" show collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"primaryHeading-1-68865628\" data-parent=\"#accordion-69ebd494c17d1\">\n\n                        <div class=\"elementskit-card-body ekit-accordion--content\">\n                            <p>Consumers pay GST. Businesses collect and remit it.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n\n                <\/div><!-- .elementskit-card END -->\n\n                \n                <div class=\"elementskit-card active\">\n                    <div class=\"elementskit-card-header\" id=\"primaryHeading-2-68865628\">\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-cd09c8369ebd494c17d1\" class=\"ekit-accordion--toggler elementskit-btn-link collapsed\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-cd09c8369ebd494c17d1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-cd09c8369ebd494c17d1\">\n                            \n                            <span class=\"ekit-accordion-title\">3. Who is exempt from GST?<\/span>\n\n                            \n                                <div class=\"ekit_accordion_icon_group\">\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_normal_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Normal Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-down-arrow1\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n\n                                    <div class=\"ekit_accordion_active_icon\">\n                                        <!-- Active Icon -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<i class=\"icon icon-up-arrow\"><\/i>                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n\n                            \n                                                    <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n\n                    <div id=\"Collapse-cd09c8369ebd494c17d1\" class=\" show collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"primaryHeading-2-68865628\" data-parent=\"#accordion-69ebd494c17d1\">\n\n                        <div class=\"elementskit-card-body ekit-accordion--content\">\n                            <p>Exemptions vary by country and may include healthcare, education, and certain financial services.<\/p>                        <\/div>\n\n                    <\/div>\n\n                <\/div><!-- .elementskit-card END -->\n\n                \n                <div class=\"elementskit-card active\">\n                    <div class=\"elementskit-card-header\" id=\"primaryHeading-3-68865628\">\n                        <a href=\"#collapse-460c24b69ebd494c17d1\" class=\"ekit-accordion--toggler elementskit-btn-link collapsed\" data-ekit-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#Collapse-460c24b69ebd494c17d1\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"Collapse-460c24b69ebd494c17d1\">\n                            \n                            <span class=\"ekit-accordion-title\">4. 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Copywriter at Vistaprint Location: Barcelona, Spain (Originally from Ireland - EUA Market) About Ellie McKenna Ellie McKenna is a dynamic copywriter and content strategist with over five years of experience crafting compelling narratives for global brands, agencies, and in-house teams. Based in Barcelona and hailing from Ireland, Ellie specializes in transforming complex ideas into clear, engaging, and results-driven content. Her work spans industries like lifestyle, finance, travel, and technology, with a portfolio featured in prestigious publications such as TimeOut, The Mirror, and The Telegraph. With a BSc in Business Advertising and an MSc in Digital Marketing, Communications, and Leadership, Ellie blends creativity with strategic insight to deliver content that resonates with audiences and drives conversions. Known for her quick wit and outside-the-box thinking, she\u2019s trusted by clients like Pfizer, Giorgio Armani, LVMH, and Vistaprint for her ability to make the content creation process seamless and impactful. When not writing, Ellie can be found exploring craft shops, diving into a new hobby, or reading the latest Dolly Alderton novel. Qualifications Master of Science in Digital Marketing, Communications, and Leadership, University of Ulster, UK (Graduated 2019) Bachelor of Science in Business Advertising, University College Dublin, Ireland (Graduated 2018) Professional Development: SEO Copywriting Certification (2022) Voice-Over and Animation Scriptwriting Workshop (2021) Google Ads and Analytics Training (2020) Areas of Specialization Content Writing: Long-form blog posts, articles, and press releases optimized for SEO and engagement. Copywriting: Persuasive website copy, email campaigns, social media content, and PR materials that convert. Voice-Over &amp; Technical Animation Scripts: Polished scripts for video content, including explainer videos and branded series (for example: Armani\u2019s visual search videos). SEO Content Strategy: Crafting keyword-driven content to boost search rankings and backlinks. Brand Messaging: Developing authentic, human-centered brand voices for startups and global companies. Content Marketing: Creating campaigns that secure coverage in high-profile outlets like TimeOut and The Telegraph. Professional Experience Copywriter | Vistaprint, Barcelona, Spain (Apr. 2024 \u2013 Present) Create copy for email campaigns, blog posts, PR, social media, and marketing experiences (MX) for a global printing and marketing brand. Collaborate with design and marketing teams to develop cohesive, conversion-focused content. Optimize content for SEO, contributing to increased user engagement and click-through rates. Voice-Over and Technical Animation Script Copywriter | Propulse Video (TransPerfect), Barcelona, Spain (Jan. 2022 \u2013 Present) Write concise, engaging scripts for branded video series, including a three-part visual search video for Giorgio Armani. Ensure scripts align with client tone and objectives, delivering luxurious yet accessible messaging. Contribute to creative development, from narrative planning to post-production feedback. Freelance Copywriter | EMCK Creative Copywriting, Remote (Jan. 2022 \u2013 Present) Provide copywriting and content services for global clients, including Pfizer, LVMH, Samsung, and M\u00e9decins Sans Fronti\u00e8res. Specialize in voice-over scripts, SEO blogs, and brand messaging for women-led and women-focused brands. Secure backlinks and coverage in publications like TimeOut, The Mirror, and The Telegraph through strategic content marketing. Communication and Engagement Officer | Department for Communities, Belfast, UK (Nov. 2023 \u2013 Apr. 2024) Developed communication strategies and content for community engagement initiatives. Produced internal and external communications, including reports and public-facing materials. Content Marketing Executive | Minty Digital, Barcelona, Spain (Jan. 2023 \u2013 Nov. 2023) Created long-form SEO content for lifestyle, finance, and travel sectors, securing backlinks in global publications. 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Guiones de doblaje y animaci\u00f3n t\u00e9cnica: Guiones pulidos para contenidos de v\u00eddeo, incluidos v\u00eddeos explicativos y series de marca (por ejemplo: los v\u00eddeos de b\u00fasqueda visual de Armani). Estrategia de contenidos SEO: Creaci\u00f3n de contenidos basados en palabras clave para mejorar las clasificaciones de b\u00fasqueda y los v\u00ednculos de retroceso. Mensajes de marca: Desarrollo de voces de marca aut\u00e9nticas y centradas en el ser humano para startups y empresas globales. Marketing de contenidos: Creaci\u00f3n de campa\u00f1as que garantizan la cobertura en medios de alto perfil como TimeOut y The Telegraph. Experiencia profesional Redactor | Vistaprint, Barcelona, Espa\u00f1a (Abr. 2024 - Presente) Crear textos para campa\u00f1as de correo electr\u00f3nico, entradas de blog, relaciones p\u00fablicas, redes sociales y experiencias de marketing (MX) para una marca global de impresi\u00f3n y marketing. Colaborar con los equipos de dise\u00f1o y marketing para desarrollar contenido cohesivo y enfocado a la conversi\u00f3n. Optimizar el contenido para SEO, contribuyendo a aumentar la participaci\u00f3n del usuario y las tasas de clics. Voice-Over and Technical Animation Script Copywriter | Propulse Video (TransPerfect), Barcelona, Espa\u00f1a (Ene. 2022 - Presente) Escribir guiones concisos y atractivos para series de v\u00eddeo de marca, incluyendo un v\u00eddeo de b\u00fasqueda visual de tres partes para Giorgio Armani. Garantizar que los guiones se alineen con el tono y los objetivos del cliente, transmitiendo mensajes lujosos pero accesibles. Contribuir al desarrollo creativo, desde la planificaci\u00f3n narrativa hasta los comentarios posteriores a la producci\u00f3n. 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Publicaci\u00f3n de contenidos para Vistaprint que mejoraron las tasas de clics de las campa\u00f1as de correo electr\u00f3nico en 15% (2024). Reconocido por el director general de B\u00e9im Digital por ofrecer un contenido \u201cextraordinario\u201d que gener\u00f3 resultados tangibles. Referencias Eamon Corcoran, CEO de B\u00e9im Digital: \u201cLa capacidad de Ellie para convertir ideas en textos convincentes es extraordinaria. Su contenido resuena y genera resultados\u201d. Disponible a petici\u00f3n: Referencias adicionales de clientes como Propulse Video y Vistaprint. Contacto Para consultas sobre colaboraci\u00f3n o para hablar de tu proyecto, ponte en contacto con Ellie en emckcreativesolutions@gmail.com o a trav\u00e9s de LinkedIn. 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Con sede en Barcelona y procedente de Irlanda, Ellie est\u00e1 especializada en transformar ideas complejas en contenidos claros, atractivos y orientados a resultados. Su trabajo abarca sectores como el estilo de vida, las finanzas, los viajes y la tecnolog\u00eda, y ha aparecido en prestigiosas publicaciones como <em>TimeOut<\/em>, <em>El espejo<\/em>, y <em>El tel\u00e9grafo<\/em>.<\/p>\r\n<p>Con un <strong>Licenciatura en Publicidad Empresarial<\/strong> y un <strong>M\u00e1ster en Marketing Digital, Comunicaci\u00f3n y Liderazgo<\/strong>, Ellie combina la creatividad con la visi\u00f3n estrat\u00e9gica para ofrecer contenidos que resuenen en el p\u00fablico y generen conversiones. Conocida por su ingenio r\u00e1pido y su pensamiento creativo, clientes como Pfizer, Giorgio Armani, LVMH y Vistaprint conf\u00edan en ella por su capacidad para hacer que el proceso de creaci\u00f3n de contenidos sea fluido e impactante. Cuando no est\u00e1 escribiendo, a Ellie se la puede encontrar explorando tiendas de artesan\u00eda, sumergi\u00e9ndose en un nuevo hobby o leyendo la \u00faltima novela de Dolly Alderton.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Cualificaciones<\/h3>\r\n<p><strong>M\u00e1ster en Marketing Digital, Comunicaci\u00f3n y Liderazgo<\/strong>, Universidad de Ulster, Reino Unido (Graduado en 2019)<\/p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><strong>Licenciatura en Publicidad Empresarial<\/strong>, University College Dublin, Irlanda (Graduado en 2018)<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Desarrollo profesional<\/strong>:<\/p>\r\n<p>Certificaci\u00f3n SEO Copywriting (2022)<\/p>\r\n<p>Taller de redacci\u00f3n de guiones de doblaje y animaci\u00f3n (2021)<\/p>\r\n<p>Formaci\u00f3n en Google Ads y Analytics (2020)<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>\u00c1reas de especializaci\u00f3n<\/h3>\r\n<p><strong>Redacci\u00f3n de contenidos<\/strong>: Entradas de blog, art\u00edculos y comunicados de prensa de formato largo optimizados para SEO y captaci\u00f3n.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Redacci\u00f3n publicitaria<\/strong>: Textos persuasivos para sitios web, campa\u00f1as de correo electr\u00f3nico, contenidos para redes sociales y materiales de relaciones p\u00fablicas que conviertan.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Guiones de doblaje y animaci\u00f3n t\u00e9cnica<\/strong>: Guiones pulidos para contenidos de v\u00eddeo, incluidos v\u00eddeos explicativos y series de marca (por ejemplo: v\u00eddeos de b\u00fasqueda visual de Armani).<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Estrategia de contenidos SEO<\/strong>: Creaci\u00f3n de contenidos basados en palabras clave para mejorar el posicionamiento y los v\u00ednculos de retroceso.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Mensajes de marca<\/strong>: Desarrollo de voces de marca aut\u00e9nticas y centradas en el ser humano para startups y empresas globales.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Marketing de contenidos<\/strong>: Crear campa\u00f1as que garanticen la cobertura en medios de gran visibilidad como <em>TimeOut<\/em> y <em>El tel\u00e9grafo<\/em>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Experiencia profesional<\/h3>\r\n<h4>Redactora | Vistaprint, Barcelona, Espa\u00f1a (Abr. 2024 - Presente)<\/h4>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Crear textos para campa\u00f1as de correo electr\u00f3nico, entradas de blog, relaciones p\u00fablicas, redes sociales y experiencias de marketing (MX) para una marca global de impresi\u00f3n y marketing.<\/p>\r\n<p>Colaborar con los equipos de dise\u00f1o y marketing para desarrollar contenidos coherentes y centrados en la conversi\u00f3n.<\/p>\r\n<p>Optimizar el contenido para SEO, contribuyendo a aumentar la participaci\u00f3n de los usuarios y las tasas de clics.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h4>Locutora y guionista t\u00e9cnica de animaci\u00f3n | Propulse Video (TransPerfect), Barcelona, Espa\u00f1a (Ene. 2022 - Presente)<\/h4>\r\n<p>Escribir guiones concisos y atractivos para series de v\u00eddeo de marca, incluido un v\u00eddeo de b\u00fasqueda visual de tres partes para Giorgio Armani.<\/p>\r\n<p>Garantizar que los guiones se ajusten al tono y los objetivos del cliente, transmitiendo mensajes lujosos pero accesibles.<\/p>\r\n<p>Contribuir al desarrollo creativo, desde la planificaci\u00f3n narrativa hasta los comentarios posteriores a la producci\u00f3n.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h4>Copywriter Freelance | EMCK Creative Copywriting, Remoto (Ene. 2022 - Presente)<\/h4>\r\n<p>Prestar servicios de redacci\u00f3n y contenidos para clientes de todo el mundo, como Pfizer, LVMH, Samsung y M\u00e9dicos sin Fronteras.<\/p>\r\n<p>Especializada en guiones de voz en off, blogs SEO y mensajes de marca para marcas dirigidas por mujeres y centradas en mujeres.<\/p>\r\n<p>Conseguir backlinks y cobertura en publicaciones como <em>TimeOut<\/em>, <em>El espejo<\/em>, y <em>El tel\u00e9grafo<\/em> a trav\u00e9s del marketing de contenidos estrat\u00e9gico.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h4>Responsable de Comunicaci\u00f3n y Participaci\u00f3n | Department for Communities, Belfast, Reino Unido (nov. 2023 - abr. 2024)<\/h4>\r\n<p>Desarrollo de estrategias de comunicaci\u00f3n y contenidos para iniciativas de participaci\u00f3n comunitaria.<\/p>\r\n<p>Elaboraci\u00f3n de comunicaciones internas y externas, incluidos informes y material de cara al p\u00fablico.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h4>Ejecutivo de Marketing de Contenidos | Minty Digital, Barcelona, Espa\u00f1a (Ene. 2023 - Nov. 2023)<\/h4>\r\n<p>Creaci\u00f3n de contenidos SEO de formato largo para los sectores de estilo de vida, finanzas y viajes, asegurando backlinks en publicaciones mundiales.<\/p>\r\n<p>Gesti\u00f3n de calendarios de contenidos y colaboraci\u00f3n con los clientes para alinear los contenidos con los objetivos de marketing.<\/p>\r\n<p>Utilizaci\u00f3n de Google Analytics para optimizar el rendimiento de los contenidos, aumentando el tr\u00e1fico org\u00e1nico en 20% para campa\u00f1as clave.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h4>Responsable de Marketing y Comunicaci\u00f3n | Northern Ireland Civil Service (DAERA NI), Belfast, Reino Unido (dic. 2020 - ene. 2023)<\/h4>\r\n<p>Elaboraci\u00f3n de materiales de marketing y comunicaciones para programas agr\u00edcolas y medioambientales.<\/p>\r\n<p>Dirigi\u00f3 la creaci\u00f3n de contenidos para campa\u00f1as digitales e impresas, mejorando la concienciaci\u00f3n y el compromiso del p\u00fablico.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h4>Ejecutivo de marketing de afiliaci\u00f3n y contenidos | Westwood One, \u00e1rea metropolitana de Nueva York, Estados Unidos (oct. 2018 - sep. 2019)<\/h4>\r\n<p>Desarrollo de contenidos y campa\u00f1as de marketing de afiliaci\u00f3n para una importante empresa de medios de comunicaci\u00f3n.<\/p>\r\n<p>Redacci\u00f3n de entradas de blog, correos electr\u00f3nicos y contenidos para redes sociales con el fin de impulsar las conversiones de los afiliados.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Logros anteriores<\/h3>\r\n<p>Backlinks asegurados y cobertura en <em>TimeOut<\/em>, <em>El espejo<\/em>, y <em>El tel\u00e9grafo<\/em> para contenidos de estilo de vida, finanzas y viajes en Minty Digital.<\/p>\r\n<p>Escribi\u00f3 una serie de guiones de voz en off en tres partes para la funcionalidad de b\u00fasqueda visual de Giorgio Armani, elogiada por su tono lujoso y su claridad.<\/p>\r\n<p>Aumento del tr\u00e1fico org\u00e1nico en 20% para las campa\u00f1as de contenidos de Minty Digital gracias a la optimizaci\u00f3n SEO (2023).<\/p>\r\n<p>Contenido publicado para Vistaprint que mejor\u00f3 el porcentaje de clics en las campa\u00f1as de correo electr\u00f3nico en un 15% (2024).<\/p>\r\n<p>Reconocido por el director general de B\u00e9im Digital por ofrecer contenidos \u201cextraordinarios\u201d que generaron resultados tangibles.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Referencias<\/h3>\r\n<p><strong>Eamon Corcoran<\/strong>, director general de B\u00e9im Digital: \u201cLa capacidad de Ellie para convertir ideas en textos convincentes es extraordinaria. Su contenido resuena y genera resultados\u201d.\u201d<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Disponible previa petici\u00f3n<\/strong>: Referencias adicionales de clientes como Propulse Video y Vistaprint.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h3>Contacto<\/h3>\r\n<p>Para consultas sobre colaboraci\u00f3n o para hablar de tu proyecto, ponte en contacto con Ellie en emckcreativesolutions@gmail.com o a trav\u00e9s de LinkedIn. 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