VAT Accountant

🌍 VAT Compliance Specialist – Tax Centre of Excellence (Europe)

Contract: 9-month contract initially with possibility of extension!

Are you ready to take ownership of VAT compliance in a fast‑paced, international environment? Join a high‑performing Tax Centre of Excellence supporting operations across Europe and beyond. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys detail‑oriented work, problem solving, and collaborating across borders.

We're looking for a VAT Compliance Specialist who will ensure timely and accurate indirect tax reporting, while also acting as a go‑to advisor for VAT compliance questions from internal stakeholders.

About the Role
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• Manage VAT compliance and reporting for a portfolio of European and international markets
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• Be the first point of contact for VAT compliance‑related queries across the business.
• Stay current on local VAT legislation and contribute to the continuous improvement of compliance processes.
• Collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders, including finance teams, advisors, and tax authorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual VAT and indirect tax returns (including EC Sales Listings, Intrastat, SAF‑T, etc.).
• Coordinate VAT return approvals, payment requests, and archiving processes.
• Perform VAT General Ledger reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Reconcile GL sales vs VAT reported sales and resolve open items.
• Assist with responding to business queries and support indirect tax audits.
• Help document VAT compliance requirements and collaborate with tax technology teams on implementations and testing.
• Monitor changes in VAT legislation and evaluate impact on reporting obligations.
• Maintain VAT codes and support the continuous automation and standardisation of processes.

What You Bring

• 2+ years of experience in VAT compliance within a multinational, shared services, or consulting environment.
• Strong Excel skills
  ; experience with SAP or Oracle is an advantage.
• Fluency in English (additional languages are a plus).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

What’s In It for You?

• Work in a professional, globally connected environment with a focus on tax compliance excellence
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• Gain international exposure and deepen your country‑specific VAT knowledge
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• Be part of a team that values continuous improvement, process optimisation
  , and knowledge sharing.
• Develop both your technical tax expertise and your ability to influence across functions and cultures
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📝 Apply Now

👉 Apply today and take the next step in your career with a global leader in their field—without being just another number.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

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