Global Head of Indirect Tax & Customs

EMEA Recruitment; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consumer goods company in Amsterdam is looking for a Head of Indirect Tax & Customs. This role involves leading the Indirect Tax and Customs strategy, ensuring compliance and advising on cross-border transactions. The ideal candidate has a professional Tax/Accounting qualification and over 10 years' experience in Indirect Tax. Strong stakeholder influence is essential for this mid-senior level position. The employment type is full-time.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Indirect Tax and Customs, ideally within a multinational business.
• Strong technical expertise in VAT, Customs, and trade compliance across international markets.
• Proven track record of influencing senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Leading the group’s Indirect Tax and Customs strategy across European and international markets.
• Ensuring compliance with VAT, GST, and Customs regulations while identifying optimization opportunities.
• Managing relationships with Customs and Tax authorities and external advisors.

Skills

Indirect Tax expertise

Customs compliance

Stakeholder influence

Strategic thinking

Education

Professional Tax/Accounting qualification (CTA, CPA, RA, CA)

Job description

A global consumer goods company in Amsterdam is looking for a Head of Indirect Tax & Customs. This role involves leading the Indirect Tax and Customs strategy, ensuring compliance and advising on cross-border transactions. The ideal candidate has a professional Tax/Accounting qualification and over 10 years' experience in Indirect Tax. Strong stakeholder influence is essential for this mid-senior level position. The employment type is full-time.