VAT Manager

The VAT Manager will play a crucial role in the EMEA (Europe, Middle East & Africa) VAT department, overseeing and ensuring compliance with VAT regulations in various countries.

Key responsibilities include:

- Coordinating the preparation of VAT returns in collaboration with external tax advisors and local teams to ensure accurate and timely submissions.

- Analyzing VAT data, identifying trends, and promptly addressing any discrepancies.

- Managing queries and notifications from tax authorities, coordinating the VAT return correction process.

- Handling tax audits efficiently and effectively.

- Tracking changes in VAT laws across EMEA countries and advising stakeholders on necessary solutions to enhance VAT processes for compliance.

- Providing internal VAT advisory support.

- Creating and updating internal tax procedures, as well as implementing control tools.

- Continuously working on improvements and implementing new solutions for VAT processes.

Requirements:

To be successful in this role, candidates should possess the following qualifications:

- University degree in Business discipline (Accounting, Law etc.) and/or Masters in Taxation.

- Professional Qualification in Tax

- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a big 4 advisory firm in indirect tax (VAT).

- In-depth knowledge of VAT legislation and statutory accounting requirements.

- Experience in Oracle ERP

- Highly proficient in Excel.

- Fluency in English, proficiency in one or more languages of Eastern Europe is considered a advantage for this role.

- Strong communication skills.

- Analytical thinking, attention to detail and a problem-solving attitude.

- Organized with the ability to deliver results within short timelines.

- Proactive with an initiative-driven mindset and the ability to 'connect the dots.'

- Excellent teamwork skills.

What we offer:

- Working in a multicultural environment

- Competitive remuneration and benefit package

- Flexible working hours

- Meal vouchers

- Contribution for pension

This position offers an exciting opportunity for a seasoned VAT professional to contribute to the success of a dynamic multinational company and ensure compliance with VAT regulations as well as VAT optimization across the EMEA region.