Tax Specialist (VAT Focus)

Experts Group International; Bad Soden-Salmünster; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm in Hessen, Germany is looking for a VAT Specialist to manage VAT-related issues and ensure compliance within an ERP system. The ideal candidate will have a degree in business administration or taxation, several years of experience, and fluency in German and English. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively on projects that drive VAT process improvements.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in taxation within an international company or consultancy.
• Experience with accounting processes is desirable.
• Structured, solution-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Act as the central contact person for VAT-related issues.
• Ensure VAT determination within the ERP system.
• Drive continuous improvement of VAT processes.

Skills

VAT law knowledge

Analytical skills

Team player

Communication skills

Fluent in German

Good English skills

Education

Degree in business administration or commercial qualification (tax clerk, tax specialist, accountant)

Job description

Overview

My client operates in over 20 countries, including the United States, Russia, Germany, France, Hungary, India, China, and Mexico. The company maintains a strong international presence with production and sales locations across these regions.

Responsibilities

• Act as the central contact person for VAT-related issues across departments and with tax authorities.
• Ensure VAT determination within the ERP system; maintain tax codes in close coordination with internal teams.
• Collaborate on specialist projects (e.g., e-invoicing, e-reporting) and take ownership of partial project management responsibilities.
• Drive continuous improvement of VAT processes and tax compliance standards.
• Support the preparation of advance VAT returns, recapitulative statements, and Intrastat declarations for German entities.
• Manage VAT registrations for group companies abroad.

Your profile / Qualifications

• Degree in business administration with a focus on taxation or a commercial qualification (tax clerk, tax specialist, or accountant).
• Several years of professional experience in taxation within an international company, group tax function, or consultancy.
• Excellent knowledge of VAT law; additional knowledge of income taxes or international tax law is advantageous.
• Initial insights or experience with accounting processes are desirable.
• Structured, solution-oriented approach with strong analytical skills.
• Team player with strong communication skills and the ability to work independently.
• Proficiency in German (fluent) and good English skills required.

We’re seeking candidates for Kleinostheim, Bavaria, Germany.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Legal

Industries

• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Financial Services, and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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