Description
VAT & Tax Manager Temp
We seek on behalf of our client an established international financial services company, an experienced Tax Account with an established knowledge of European VAT accounting and compliance. The ideal candidate will be pro-active, a great communicator and well versed in Western European VAT regulations.
Responsibilities
- Accountable for the accurate and timely submission and payment of EMEA VAT returns (UK, NL & FR) to ensure compliance with legal deadlines and internal controls. This includes reviewing VAT returns, EC Sales list and VAT journals.
- Drive key VAT projects including system enhancements for VAT and customer onboarding process.
- Assist the Global tax team in developing and maintaining the company's tax control framework.
- Design and deliver of indirect tax guidelines and procedures, as well as regular training to the business to raise awareness of the importance and relevance of VAT in the business.
- Manage relationships with advisors, outsource provider and other relevant third parties
- Identify and implement improvement opportunities and development of processes and best practices.
- Provide advice to internal stakeholders on indirect tax implications, including for proposed transactions and business opportunities.
- Manage two indirect tax analysts.
Preferred atributes
- Professional demeanor and excellent communication skills are required as is the ability to work independently, lead meetings, presentations and to problem solve effectively.
- At least 5 years indirect tax experience working for large companies & consolidated groups, which includes tax accounting and compliance.
- Tax/Accounting qualification ACA/CTA.
- Advanced MS Excel skills.