EMEA VAT Leader | SAP & Customs Expert

dsm-firmenich; Maastricht; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global exposure to tax function

Career growth opportunities

Learning opportunities

Job summary

dsm-firmenich is seeking a VAT Manager based in Maastricht, Netherlands, to own EMEA VAT topics, ensure robust, compliant processes, and advise on VAT implications of business changes. You will work with SAP and have customs awareness to integrate VAT and customs considerations in cross-border flows.

The role focuses on managing VAT compliance, audits, and process improvements within a global tax function, shaping the tax operating model for the organization.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of VAT experience in consultancy/advisory or industry tax function
• Solid EMEA VAT knowledge
• Strong SAP knowledge from a VAT data/controls perspective
• Understanding of customs topics and cross-border flows

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee EMEA VAT compliance activities across countries
• Advise on VAT implications of restructurings and operational changes
• Support and manage VAT audits and prepare responses to authorities
• Collaborate with Finance, Supply Chain, IT and business teams to improve VAT data and controls in SAP
• Maintain practical VAT guidance and embed VAT awareness across processes
• Coordinate with customs and trade stakeholders for aligned cross-border flows

Skills

VAT knowledge

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

Growth mindset

Tools

SAP

Job description

dsm-firmenich is seeking a VAT Manager based in Maastricht, Netherlands, to own EMEA VAT topics, ensure robust, compliant processes, and advise on VAT implications of business changes. You will work with SAP and have customs awareness to integrate VAT and customs considerations in cross-border flows.

The role focuses on managing VAT compliance, audits, and process improvements within a global tax function, shaping the tax operating model for the organization.