Senior TAX Specialist

O-I

5d•Remote

About The Position

In this role, you will take ownership of indirect tax compliance across multiple European jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and alignment with local VAT regulations and internal standards. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop expertise in VAT, ESL, and Intrastat while working in a dynamic international environment and contributing to process improvements and regulatory projects.

Requirements

Solid experience in VAT compliance and reporting, covering multiple European jurisdictions
Good and practical knowledge of European VAT regulations, with the ability to interpret and apply local requirements
Experience in SAP, including understanding of tax determination logic and data flows supporting VAT reporting
Motivation to be involved in VAT-related projects (e.g. e-invoicing, SAF-T, digital reporting, system implementations or enhancements); experience in this area is an advantage
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a structured and detail-oriented approach
Ability to identify risks, inconsistencies and improvement areas within VAT processes and reporting
Good understanding of accounting principles relevant for indirect taxes (GL, postings, reconciliations, settlements)
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (Finance, IT)
Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain VAT topics in a clear and practical way to non-tax stakeholders
High level of ownership, accountability and proactiveness in managing assigned responsibilities
Ability to work independently while contributing to team objectives

Nice To Haves

Experience in process improvement and/or automation initiatives is an asset

Responsibilities

Ensure timely and accurate preparation, review and submission of Indirect Tax returns (VAT, ESL, Intrastat) across assigned jurisdictions
Take ownership of VAT compliance and reporting processes for multiple European countries, ensuring alignment with local regulations and internal standards
Oversee VAT settlement process, including clearing and closing of transactions
Perform and review selected indirect tax postings and settlements (including JE and related payments), ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting and statutory requirements
Support and contribute to setup and maintenance of VAT logic and tax determination in ERP systems (e.g. SAP), working closely with Finance and IT
Participate in and take an active role in VAT-related projects, particularly related to implementation of new regulatory requirements (e.g. e-invoicing, SAF-T, digital reporting)
Ensure execution of Indirect Tax control framework, including monitoring, documentation and continuous improvement of processes
Ensure full VAT compliance for countries under responsibility, including awareness and application of local regulatory changes
Identify risks, gaps and process improvement opportunities, and escalate or drive improvements where appropriate
Provide VAT guidance and support to internal stakeholders
Support internal and external audits, ensuring timely and accurate provision of documentation
Ensure proper documentation and retention of records in line with compliance requirements
Collaborate within the team and provide guidance and support to less experienced colleagues
Provide backup support across VAT Compliance activities
Perform other tasks and projects as assigned