Location:
Lisbon, Portuguese areas, Portugal
Salary:
Competitive
Type:
Permanent
Main Industry:
Search Information Technology Jobs
Other Industries & Skills:
Finance, Banking & Insurance Legal
Advertiser:
Colt Technology Services
Job ID:
131308865
Posted On:
08 November 2024
Colt provides network, voice and data centre services to thousands of businesses around the world, allowing them to focus on delivering their business goals instead of the underlying infrastructure.
Job Title:
Senior VAT Compliance
Function:
Finance (CFO)
Location:
Lisbon, Barcelona, Madrid
Set up:
Hybrid and flexible
Dedication:
This role is available for part time or full time dedication.
Job Summary:
The position involves ensuring accurate VAT compliance across the UK and multiple European jurisdictions while providing support to the Indirect Tax team regarding advisory to be provided to internal stakeholders. The role requires a good understanding of European VAT regulations, cross-border transactions, and reporting requirements as the primary responsibility for the role will be to oversee Global VAT Compliance deliverables and to participate in ad hoc VAT advisory. For this role, it is necessary to have a right attitude towards process governance and controls.
What you will do:
Prepare and coordinate Compliance deliverables with the internal team and external compliance providers.
Carry out monthly/quarterly/annual VAT forecasts.
Handle statutory/internal audit and support VAT audits.
Drive process governance within the VAT team.
Identify and implement process improvement opportunities.
Identify and timely escalate potential issues to the Reporting Manager.
Support such other projects as may be assigned from time to time.
What we are looking for:
At least 4 years work experience handling EU/UK VAT Compliance, with at least 1 year of in-house experience.
Must be able to work with a high deal of accuracy.
Analytical bend of mind.
Good written and verbal communication in English, as well as presentation skills.
Should be able to relate to multi-cultural European customers.
Ability to work under significant pressure and commitment to meet stringent timelines.
Must possess the skills to work cross-functionally, identify best practices and ensure standardization.
Keen to take up extra responsibilities.
Mind-set of excellent process execution and continuous improvement.
Good command of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Must be inquisitive, open to learning and keen to pursue any opportunity for self-development.
It would be desirable:
VAT Advisory experience would be desirable.
A bachelor's or master's degree in Finance or Accounting or a relevant field would be desirable.
Skills:
Process Improvement
Financial Analysis
Compliance
Auditing
Tax Law
Corporate Taxation
Tax Return Filing
What we offer:
Colt is a growing business that is investing in its people. We offer skill development, learning pathways, and accreditation to help our people perform at their best, regardless of role and location.
In addition to offering competitive salaries and incentive plans, a range of benefits and local rewards packages are offered to staff. Colt recognizes the importance of a work-life balance.
Some benefit examples are:
Flexible working and relaxed dress code.
Two days annually to spend on volunteering opportunities.
Access to a virtual business school for ongoing learning.
Business mentoring.
We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds and identities. We are committed to making Colt an inclusive and supportive workplace.
We kindly ask that you submit your CV in English, as it's the official business language at Colt. Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to reviewing your application.
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