Specialist Indirect Tax

Omya Business Services SLU; Barcelona; Híbrido; EUR 42 000 - 62 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Hybrid Work Model

Ticket Restaurant

Flexible retribution: Holidays

Language Lessons

Medical Insurance

Open and Modern Office Environment

Resumo da oferta

Omya is seeking a Specialist Indirect Tax to manage VAT activities and monitor legal developments within the Book-2-Close line. You will work with Group Tax and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate delivery per SLAs, supporting continuous improvement of tax processes.

The role requires 3–5 years in a related operational tax role, with SAP/OneStream experience and strong knowledge of VAT, local and international tax rules.

Qualificações

• University degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, Law or related field.
• Advanced certifications in Tax (CTA/CTP/CPA/ACCA or equivalent) are advantageous.
• Relevant vocational education with significant experience may be considered.

Responsabilidades

• Execute daily indirect tax tasks including preparation and filing of VAT returns and reconciliations.
• Monitor KPIs and SLAs, taking corrective actions as needed.
• Support standardization and improvement of indirect tax processes with Group Tax.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and local authorities on tax compliance.

Conhecimentos

Attention to detail

Confidential data handling

Stakeholder communication

Formação académica

University degree in Accounting/Finance/Taxation/Law

CTA/CPA/ACCA or equivalent

Relevant vocational education

Ferramentas

SAP

OneStream

Tax reporting tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We are looking for a Specialist Indirect Tax who executes Indirect Tax activities (i.e., Value Added Tax) and legal development monitoring activities within the Book-2-Close operational line, ensuring timely and accurate delivery according to SLAs, KPIs, work instructions and controls. Performs day-to-day tax tasks, resolves operational exceptions, and contributes to continuous improvement of the underlying processes, working closely with Group Tax and internal stakeholders.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Service Performance and Issue Resolution

• Execute daily Indirect Tax operational tasks (e.g., preparation of indirect tax returns, filing of indirect tax returns, conduction of indirect tax reconciliations, support in handling local indirect tax audits and performance of tax Intrastat and EC Sales local reportings), including more complex or higher-value cases, as well as supporting the monitoring of legal requirements, ensuring timely and accurate execution according to defined work instructions and SLAs
• Monitor own KPIs and SLAs and take corrective actions in case of deviations
• Handle operational issues and exceptions and ensure timely resolution
• Escalate structural issues, risks, and recurring defects to the relevant stakeholders
• Act as a first point of contact for operational queries from junior colleagues and provide informal guidance on complex topics
• Ensure timely execution of Tax activities aligned with closing calendars and reporting deadlines

Process Improvement and Standardization

• Support standardization and continuous improvement of Indirect Tax processes and procedures jointly with Group Tax (Headquarter)
• Support the monitoring of legal developments (e.g., new tax regulations and subsequent implementation)
• Work closely with the B2C process management team and Group Tax (Headquarter) to support continuous improvement of underlying processes
• Support the rollout of new or changed process designs, systems and tools into the operational line (e.g., support system upgrades and other change management projects) working closely with the OS&S Transform layer
• Collect improvement ideas and contribute to the operational improvement backlog
• Participate in pilot activities, testing, and training related to changes impacting the operational line
• Ensure adherence to compliance standards including local and international tax regulations, accounting standards (IFRS, GAAP), and audit requirements

Stakeholder Management and Communication

• Collaborate with the Indirect Tax Manager to ensure alignment between execution and operational targets
• Work in close partnership with Group Tax ensuring consistency in operations, compliance and reporting
• Engage with Specialists and Team Leads within Book-2-Close and adjacent processes to ensure coordinated service delivery
• Liaise with local tax authorities, auditors, and external consultants as required
• Communicate effectively with internal business units on tax implications and compliance requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

• University degree Accounting, Finance, Taxation, Law, or related fields

Advanced certifications in Tax (e.g., CTA, CTP, ATP, CPA, CTA, ACCA, or equivalent) are advantageous

• Advanced certifications in Tax (e.g., CTA, CTP, ATP, CPA, CTA, ACCA, or equivalent) are advantageous

Relevant vocational education

• Relevant vocational education with significant experience may be considered

Experience

• 3–5 years of experience in a process- or function-related operational role
• Experience working with SAP and tax/reporting systems (e.g., OneStream)
• Experience performing root-cause analysis and supporting system/process improvement initiatives, including change management (i.e., end user training)

Knowledge and skills

• Strong attention to detail for financial documentation and closing evidence
• Ability to handle confidential financial records securely
• Comfortable coordinating with Controlling, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and other finance stakeholders
• Knowledge of tax compliance, local tax laws and international tax regulations, tax audits, and regulatory reporting

Other requirements

• Solid knowledge of indirect taxes in multiple legislations, transfer pricing, and tax risk management processes
• Proficiency in SAP, tax systems, reporting tools (e.g., OneStream) and workflows
• Knowledge of internal controls and audit compliance requirements
• Knowledge of global tax regulatory developments, BEPS / GloBE / Pillar 2 regulations, and accounting standards

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

• Hybrid Work Model: Flexibility to work from home and in the office, helping you achieve a healthy work-life balance.
• Ticket Restaurant: Enjoy a daily meal allowance to support your well-being.
• Flexible retribution: Kindergarten & Transport 30 Labor Days of Holidays: Ample time off to relax and recharge.
• Language Lessons: Access to language lessons to help you grow both personally and professionally.
• Medical Insurance: 60% company-subsidized medical insurance for employees, with the option to extend coverage to family members at a highly competitive rate.
• Open and Modern Office Environment: Work in a collaborative, innovative, and comfortable space designed for your success.

Omya is a leading global producer of industrial minerals and a worldwide distributor of specialty materials.

Our company was founded 140 years ago and remains a privately‑owned, independent company headquartered in Switzerland but with offices and plants in more than 50 countries.

When you join Omya, you become part of a global team that uses its creativity, expertise and experience to make a difference to people’s lives.

Thinking of Tomorrow means focusing on the challenges of the future and how we can develop mineral products to solve them. This is a collaborative environment where people work towards common goals, with a common purpose.

Our purpose, combined with our values of modesty, courtesy, integrity and perseverance, is the foundation of our business. Our values are relevant to our lives, not just our work.

All Omya employees, partners and suppliers are bound by a Code of Conduct which reflects our values and guides our behavior.