Senior Accountant – EMEA VAT Specialist

Salary

Core Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

• •Prepare, review, and submit periodic VAT returns (monthly/quarterly/annual) across EMEA countries
• •Ensure accuracy of VAT reporting in line with local legislation and EU directives
• •Manage EC Sales Lists (ESL), Intrastat declarations, and other statutory VAT reporting requirements
• •Monitor and ensure timely VAT payments and reconciliations
• •Perform VAT GL account reconciliation and ensure proper clearing of VAT balances
• •Review VAT postings and tax codes in ERP systems (e.g., SAP)
• •Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to VAT
• •Investigate discrepancies and implement corrective actions
• •Provide VAT advice on complex business models (e.g., drop shipments, DDP/DAP, consortium structures)
• •Assess VAT implications for new business setups and country expansions
• •Support structuring of transactions to ensure VAT efficiency and compliance
• •Act as key contact for VAT audits and queries from tax authorities
• •Prepare documentation and support audit responses
• •Coordinate with external advisors (e.g., Big4) when required
• •Ensure audit trail and documentation meet statutory standards
• •Drive standardization and automation of VAT processes across EMEA
• •Strengthen internal controls and compliance frameworks
• •Identify risks and implement mitigation actions
• •Support internal and external audit reviews
• •Collaborate with local finance teams across EMEA entities
• •Provide VAT training and guidance to non-tax stakeholders (e.g., sales, logistics)
• •Work closely with supply chain and legal teams on VAT-related matters