VAT Analyst

Join our Indirect Tax team and play a key role in supporting VAT compliance across multiple countries. As a VAT Analyst, you will work closely with finance stakeholders, external advisors, and tax authorities to ensure accurate reporting, meet compliance obligations, and help identify opportunities for process improvements.

JOB DUTIES

• Prepare VAT Returns, EC Sales Lists, and other mandatory VAT-related reports
• Prepare monthly VAT return overviews for Country Controllers to support approvals
• Prepare data for VAT payment submissions and ensure deadlines are met
• Review and explain significant month-on-month fluctuations in VAT payments and refunds
• Work closely with Payment and Banking teams to support VAT payment processes
• Identify incorrect VAT treatment and collaborate with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams to ensure accurate VAT reporting
• Prepare monthly reconciliations of VAT balance sheet accounts and month-end clearing journal entries
• Partner with Country Controllers to investigate and resolve outstanding VAT-related items
• Assist with tax authority queries and VAT audits
• Support internal audits and ad hoc business requests
• Escalate VAT risks and compliance issues in a timely manner and support their resolution
• Assist with maintaining and updating Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) documentation
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within VAT compliance processes

• Perform other ad hoc duties and responsibilities as required

YOU MUST HAVE

• Experience in VAT, tax, accounting, finance, or a related field. We are open to candidates with different levels of experience, provided they have a good understanding of VAT fundamentals.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Organized, analytical, and methodical approach with strong attention to detail
• Ability to take ownership of work, demonstrate a problem-solving mindset, and drive improvements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

WE VALUE

• Experience working with SAP
• Additional language skills
• Experience working in an international environment
• Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills

• Continuous improvement mindset

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

• Hybrid Working Arrangement 
• 5 weeks of paid vacation
• Flexible working hours
• On-site canteen & home office meal vouchers
• Pension plan or DIP contributions
• Discounted phone plans & company product discounts
• Multisport Card & cafeteria program

This role is a fixed-term maternity leave replacement, with an expected duration of up to 3 years.

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Hiring Salary Range: We are committed to inclusive and equitable compensation. Salaries are determined by factors like role responsibilities, candidate qualifications, and geographic location. We also provide additional benefits tailored to your location and role.