Your responsibilities

- Preparation and submission of VAT/indirect tax returns and related reporting (ESL, Intrastat, etc.)

- Review and approval of VAT/indirect tax returns and related reporting prepared by external service providers where relevant

- B/S reconciliation of VAT/indirect tax accounts

- Support to accounting team in preparation and posting VAT/indirect tax related journals

- Design, implementation and improvement of internal controls and procedures to ensure accurate VAT/indirect tax accounting, reporting and payment

- Assessment of VAT/indirect tax related risks and opportunities

- Liaising with tax authorities, external advisors and auditors regarding VAT/indirect tax related audits, queries and disputes

- Supporting and advising the business in relation to VAT/indirect tax matters

- Develop SOPs, Process documentation and training material

- Drive Automation initiatives within VAT compliance, reporting and reconciliations

- Maintenance compliance calendar and filing trackers across jurisdiction,

- Perform VAT trend analysis and provide actionable insights into finance and tax leadership

Conduct transaction level reviews of tax codes, VAT rates, invoice accuracy and master data

What you bring

- Strong understanding of VAT/indirect tax regulations and compliance requirements in EU and EMEA

- Knowledge regarding customs and excise duty regulations as well as VAT/indirect tax regulations outside EU and EMEA is an advantage

- Ability to interpret and understand complex datasets, business processes and legislation as well as their impact and implementation in practice





- Ability to communicate complicated issues to relevant stakeholders in a simple and understandable way

- Experience and interest in using and developing technological solutions for automating manual tasks and improving the control environment and quality of indirect tax related documentation

- Hands on experience in using the indirect tax relevant functions of finance/ERP systems (experience with Oracle and/or Microsoft D365 is an advantage)

- Solid understanding of and hands on experience in using Excel, Power BI, automation, AI tools

- Mandatory: Subject matter expertise Indirect taxes

- Mandatory: Bachelors degree qualification in finance or commerce.

- Mandatory: Minimum Four (4+) years of post-qualification Indirect tax preparation & filing management for EU based countries and/or USA gained overseas, via Advisory firms, BPO’s or Corporate service excellence centers.

- Mandatory: Excellent English oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills to collaborate with global stakeholders and service providers.

- Strong financial analysis skills and familiarity with ERP systems.

- Ability to set priorities, plan, organize and work effectively under pressure to tight deadlines both personally and for a team.

What we offer

- Competitive benefit package including Health Insurance, Personal Accident / Disability, Group Term Life Insurance, Annual health check-up, and voluntary insurance options

- Work-life balance with a flexible work schedule.

- Employee Assistance Program
- A global network of supportive colleagues and growth opportunities

Interested Candidates Pls share your updated CV at [email protected]

📌 GBS-Subject Matter Expert - Indirect Tax Compliance (Chennai)
🏢 Flsmidth
📍 Chennai