Our Multinational client is looking to hire a VAT & Systems manager to join their team in London.
You will assume full responsibility for the EMEA indirect tax team. You will also work closely with the Global Process Owner (GPO) for indirect taxes on initiatives to drive further control and efficiency into the organisation.
*Take responsibility for ensuring all VAT/GST and statistical reporting requirements are met in accordance with local country requirements
*Take the lead in developing strong relationships with relevant Government tax authorities from which the business operates
*Work with the GPO for indirect taxes initiating change by identifying and implementing process improvements to drive greater control into the record and report of EMEA indirect taxes
*Work with the GPO for indirect taxes in initiating change by identifying and implementing improvement and development of technology to deliver world class efficient and accurate reporting
*Mentor and manage the EMEA indirect tax team including creating a more operational skillset with the team
*Act as the key point of contact and create a centre of excellence for indirect tax considerations that arise with accounts payable and customer billing queries
*Manage external advisors and local book keepers as required including negotiating compliance spend
You need to have
In house background
Systems experience
European VAT background essential within a large multinational business
Qualified accountant, tax advisor or equivalent would be desirable
Knowledge of partial exemption would be desirable