Indirect Tax

Datamatics Business Solutions; Mumbai Suburban; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading outsourcing consulting firm is seeking a Tax Consultant in Mumbai. The role involves overseeing VAT compliance across EU entities, managing outsourced providers, and conducting reconciliations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 5–7+ years in EU VAT compliance. Excellent analytical and leadership skills are required. This position offers opportunities for process improvement and leadership in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of hands-on experience in EU VAT / indirect tax compliance.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and tax technology tools.
• Experience in implementing process/automation improvements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit VAT returns, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Oversee outsourced compliance providers and review deliverables.
• Conduct balance sheet reconciliations with commentary.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Leadership abilities

Knowledge of EU VAT rules

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Tax technology tools

Job description

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• Prepare and submit VAT (and other indirect tax) returns across EU entities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Oversee outsourced compliance providers and review their deliverables
• Conduct and sign off on balance sheet reconciliations with detailed monthly commentary.
• Escalate unresolved or aging items appropriately and mentor team members on reconciliation best practices
• Ensure timely tax payments and proactively follow up on refunds.
• Maintain and manage the indirect tax/calendar to guarantee all filings are timely and accurate.
• Stay updated on EU VAT rules.
• Assess impact of legislative changes and implement necessary ERP/process updates
• Identify opportunities for process enhancement, automation, and stronger internal controls.
• Lead and support internal and external audits, including SOX compliance reviews.
• Own indirect tax–related projects: define scope, assign stakeholders, set goals, track progress, and embed control points
• Monitor and report on SLA adherence and quality metrics on a monthly basis.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation or related field.
• 5–7+ years of hands-on experience in EU VAT / indirect tax compliance, either in-house or with advisory firms.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to handle complex reconciliations.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and tax technology tools.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities to guide teams and influence stakeholders.
• Familiarity with emerging digital tax reforms and experience implementing process/automation improvement

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting

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