Senior Accountant - EMEA VAT Specialist

Job DescriptionbrHeeft u de vaardigheden om deze functie te vervullen? Lees hieronder de volledige details en solliciteer vandaag nog.brpThe Senior Accountant – EMEA VAT Specialist is responsible for managing Value Added Tax (VAT) compliance, reporting, and advisory across multiple EMEA jurisdictions. The role ensures full compliance with local VAT regulations, supports business operations in complex cross-border transactions, and drives process standardization and optimization across the region. The position serves as a key interface between Finance, Tax, and business teams, contributing to accurate statutory reporting and minimizing VAT risk exposure. /pbrKey ResponsibilitiesbrA. VAT Compliance Filing (Multi-country EMEA)brullibr/liliPrepare, review, and submit periodic VAT returns (monthly/quarterly/annual) across EMEA countriesbr/liliEnsure accuracy of VAT reporting in line with local legislation and EU directivesbr/liliManage EC Sales Lists (ESL), Intrastat declarations, and other statutory VAT reporting requirementsbr/liliMonitor and ensure timely VAT payments and reconciliationsbr/li /ulbrB. VAT Accounting Reconciliationbrullibr/liliPerform VAT GL account reconciliation and ensure proper clearing of VAT balancesbr/liliReview VAT postings and tax codes in ERP systems (e.g., SAP)br/liliSupport month-end and year-end closing activities related to VATbr/liliInvestigate discrepancies and implement corrective actionsbr/li /ulbrC. Advisory on Cross-border Transactionsbrullibr/liliProvide VAT advice on complex business models (e.g., drop shipments, DDP/DAP, consortium structures)br/liliAssess VAT implications for new business setups and country expansionsbr/liliSupport structuring of transactions to ensure VAT efficiency and compliancebr/li /ulbrD. Audit Tax Authority Interactionbrullibr/liliAct as key contact for VAT audits and queries from tax authoritiesbr/liliPrepare documentation and support audit responsesbr/liliCoordinate with external advisors (e.g., Big4) when requiredbr/liliEnsure audit trail and documentation meet statutory standardsbr/li /ulbrE. xgiwjmb Process Improvement Internal Controlsbrullibr/liliDrive standardization and automation of VAT processes across EMEAbr/liliStrengthen internal controls and compliance frameworksbr/liliIdentify risks and implement mitigation actionsbr/liliSupport internal and external audit reviewsbr/li /ulbrF. Stakeholder Managementbrullibr/liliCollaborate with local finance teams across EMEA entitiesbr/liliProvide VAT training and guidance to non-tax stakeholders (e.g., sales, logistics)br/liliWork closely with supply chain and legal teams on VAT-related mattersbr/li /ulbrQualificationsbrullibr/liliBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or related fieldbr/lili5–8+ years of experience in VAT / indirect tax within multinational environmentsbr/liliStrong exposure to EMEA VAT regimes (EU VAT Directive, local country rules)br/liliExperience in statutory reporting and audit environmentsbr/liliStrong knowledge of VAT regulations across multiple EMEA jurisdictionsbr/liliExperience with ERP systems (SAP preferred)br/liliSolid understanding of accounting principles (IFRS / local GAAP)br/liliExperience with VAT compliance tools or automation solutions is a plusbr/liliStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesbr/liliHigh attention to detail (audit-quality mindset)br/liliAbility to manage multiple jurisdictions and deadlinesbr/liliEffective communication with cross-functional stakeholdersbr/liliTimely and accurate VAT filings across all assigned countriesbr/liliZero or minimal VAT penalties / compliance issuesbr/liliClean VAT GL accounts with no unexplained balancesbr/liliSuccessful audit outcomes with no significant findingsbr/liliProcess improvements and efficiency gains (automation, standardization)br/li /ulbr