Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented VAT Specialist with hands-on experience in EU and UK VAT compliance to join our finance team in Ahmedabad.

Responsibilities

VAT Preparation Return Filing

- Prepare EU and UK VAT returns on a periodic basis (monthly/quarterly as applicable per jurisdiction).

- File VAT returns with external consultant or relevant tax authorities across EU/UK region, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.

- Maintain a filing calendar and track submission deadlines to avoid penalties and interest.

- Support OSS/IOSS and non-Union scheme registrations and filings where applicable.

VAT Reconciliation

- Perform monthly VAT reconciliations between Oracle NetSuite/SAP S/4HANA general ledger balances and VAT return figures.

- Reconcile input and output VAT, identify discrepancies, and resolve variances in coordination with the accounts team.

- Prepare reconciliation working papers and supporting documentation for review and audit trails.

VAT Compliance Advisory Support

- Apply up-to-date knowledge of EU/UK VAT law, rules, and regulations to ensure compliance across all jurisdictions.

- Support the application of correct VAT treatment to transactions (place of supply, reverse charge, intra-community supplies, exports, B2B/B2C rules).

VAT Audit Assessment

- Handle VAT audits and assessments initiated by EU/UK tax authorities; prepare responses, documentation, and supporting evidence.

- Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external advisors to resolve audit queries and disputes.

- Manage correspondence with tax authorities regarding assessments, refunds, and reassessments.

Systems Process

- Work extensively with Oracle NetSuite/SAP S/4HANA to extract, validate,



and report VAT-relevant data.

- Use Microsoft Excel (advanced) for data analysis and reconciliations

- Identify process improvement opportunities to streamline VAT compliance workflows.

Communication Stakeholder Management

- Communicate effectively with EU/UK-based teams, tax advisors, and finance counterparts.

- Clearly explain VAT positions, queries, and requirements to non-tax stakeholders.

- Maintain professional correspondence with external tax authorities and consultants.

Requirements

- Bachelors degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CA/ACCA/CPA (qualified or partially qualified) or an equivalent tax qualification is preferred.

- Experience: 2-5 years of relevant experience in EU/UK VAT preparation, reconciliation, and return filing.

- Technical Knowledge: Solid working knowledge of EU and UK VAT law, rules, and compliance procedures across multiple jurisdictions.

- ERP/Tax software Experience: Hands-on experience with Oracle NetSuite/SAP S/4HANA/Avalara, including VAT-related data extraction and GL reconciliation.

- Excel Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel - including pivot tables, lookups, formulas, and data reconciliation techniques.

- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact professionally with international stakeholders and tax authorities.

- Attention to Detail: High accuracy in numerical work and documentation.

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📌 Senior Associate, Tax (VAT) (Ahmedabad)
🏢 ELF Beauty
📍 Ahmedabad