Global Indirect Tax Architect | VAT Strategy & Tech

Hitachi; Zaventem; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy The Netherlands B.V. is seeking an experienced tax professional to lead indirect tax initiatives globally.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive the development of the indirect tax function, and leverage SAP S/4HANA and Vertex to optimize processes and contracts. The role emphasizes ownership, technical depth in taxation, and strong communication with stakeholders across manufacturing and finance.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of relevant professional experience in tax or related field.
• Degree in Economics, Business Administration, Finance or Law with focus on taxation.
• Solid understanding of EU VAT Directive and its practical application.
• Willingness to own project tasks including indirect tax compliance optimization.
• Ability to translate complex issues to non-experts.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute strategy for future indirect tax function.
• Cooperate with stakeholders for global indirect tax optimization.
• Work with tax managers and external advisors on global contracts and projects.
• Maximize benefits of technology (S4HANA and Vertex) and explore AI opportunities.
• Lead functional initiatives at the intersection of tax and technology.

Skills

Indirect tax knowledge

SAP S/4HANA

Vertex

Stakeholder collaboration

Analytical thinking

Tax strategy

English fluency

Education

Degree in Economics, Business Administration, Finance or Law

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Vertex

Job description

Hitachi Energy The Netherlands B.V. is seeking an experienced tax professional to lead indirect tax initiatives globally.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive the development of the indirect tax function, and leverage SAP S/4HANA and Vertex to optimize processes and contracts. The role emphasizes ownership, technical depth in taxation, and strong communication with stakeholders across manufacturing and finance.