(Senior) Analyst, EU VAT & Accounting (Fixed-Term 18 Months)

What You'll Do

As a member of the VAT Center of Excellence team, you will:

• Prepare and support the submission of VAT returns across European jurisdictions.
• Prepare EC Listings and ensure accurate reporting of intra-community transactions.
• Prepare Intrastat reports in accordance with local regulatory requirements.
• Perform month-end VAT reconciliations and investigate discrepancies as needed.
• Maintain VAT documentation folders, ensuring that all supporting documents are appropriately saved, organized, and signed.
• Support additional VAT compliance activities and special projects as required.
• Work closely with accounting, tax, and business stakeholders to ensure compliance with VAT regulations and internal controls.

Who You Are

You are a detail-oriented accounting professional with a strong interest in indirect tax and compliance. You thrive in a fast-paced, international environment and enjoy working with complex processes and data. You are proactive, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy. You value collaboration but are equally comfortable working independently and taking ownership of your responsibilities.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in international accounting, finance operations, or VAT compliance.
• Knowledge of VAT regulations and compliance processes; Oracle experience is considered an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Strong initiative and ability to work independently, responsibly, and with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Accountability and ownership of work performed.
• Ability to understand and navigate complex workflows and business processes.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Fluent English required; German language skills are considered an asset

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a shared services, corporate tax, or finance environment.
• Exposure to European VAT reporting requirements, including EC Listings and Intrastat reporting.
• Experience working within multinational organizations and cross-functional teams.