DACH Tax Analyst

PepsiCo; Kraków; Presencial; PLN 90.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

PepsiCo is seeking a Tax Analyst to support indirect and statutory tax processes for the DACH region, with a strong focus on VAT calculation, validation, filings, and complex VAT cases. The role requires interpreting German tax regulations and fluent German communication with tax authorities.

You will collaborate with Finance, Controlling and Shared Services to ensure compliant postings and timely tax reporting, including cross-border SwissCo reporting and audits, while staying current with

Formación

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Taxation, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in VAT, indirect tax, or tax accounting.
• Strong understanding of German VAT law, statutory tax requirements, and tax authority processes.
• Experience with SAP and tax reporting tools.
• Fluency in German (C1+) and strong English communication skills.
• Detail‑oriented with strong ownership of tax processes.

Responsabilidades

• Indirect Tax (VAT) Operations: VAT calculation & validation; monthly VAT filing; annual VAT filing.
• Complex VAT Case Management: VAT treatment for incentives; company cars VAT; barter deals VAT; P/L impact analysis.
• Cross‑Border Reporting: SwissCo billing and true‑up processes.
• Tax & Statutory Compliance: statutory tax filings; internal/external audits; respond to German tax authority queries.
• Regulatory Monitoring & Communication: monitor changes in German VAT regulations; review official correspondence.

Conocimientos

German (C1+)

English communication

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Independent work

Cross-functional collaboration

Interacting with tax authorities

Educación

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Taxation, Accounting, Finance, or related field

Herramientas

SAP

Tax reporting tools

Descripción del empleo

Overview

The Tax Analyst supports all indirect tax and statutory tax processes for DACH business. The role focuses heavily on VAT calculation, validation, filings, and complex VAT case handling, while also supporting statutory tax filings, audits, and cross‑border reporting (including SwissCo). This position requires strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to interpret German tax regulations. Fluency in German is mandatory to manage communications with tax authorities and stay current with regulatory changes

Overview

The Tax Analyst supports all indirect tax and statutory tax processes for DACH business. The role focuses heavily on VAT calculation, validation, filings, and complex VAT case handling, while also supporting statutory tax filings, audits, and cross‑border reporting (including SwissCo). This position requires strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to interpret German tax regulations. Fluency in German is mandatory to manage communications with tax authorities and stay current with regulatory changes

Responsibilities

Indirect Tax (VAT) Operations

• VAT Calculation & Validation — Perform regular VAT checks by reviewing invoices, tax codes, and booking accuracy to ensure compliance with German VAT law.
• Monthly VAT Filing — Prepare and submit monthly VAT returns, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and timely submission.
• Annual VAT Filing — Support the preparation and submission of annual VAT declarations, including reconciliations and documentation.

Complex VAT Case Management

• VAT Treatment for Incentives — Lead VAT assessment for employee incentives, ensuring correct tax treatment and P/L impact.
• Company Cars VAT — Manage VAT implications for company car usage, including private use adjustments.
• Barter Deals VAT — Evaluate VAT treatment for barter and promotional arrangements with customers.
• P/L Impact Analysis — Ensure correct VAT postings and profit‑and‑loss impact for all complex VAT scenarios.

Cross‑Border Reporting

• SwissCo Billing — Execute monthly billing and true‑up billing processes for SwissCo reporting, ensuring accuracy and alignment with internal policies.

Tax & Statutory Compliance

• Statutory Tax Filing Support — Assist the Tax Manager in preparing statutory tax filings and related documentation.
• Audit Support — Support internal, external, and tax authority audits by preparing schedules, responding to queries, and providing documentation.
• Ad‑hoc Requests — Respond to inquiries from German tax authorities, ensuring timely and accurate communication.

Regulatory Monitoring & Communication

• German Tax Regulation Updates — Monitor changes in German VAT and tax regulations and assess their impact on business processes.
• Tax Authority Communication — Review and interpret official correspondence from tax authorities and elevate issues where needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Taxation, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in VAT, indirect tax, or tax accounting, ideally within FMCG or a multinational environment.
• Strong understanding of German VAT law, statutory tax requirements, and tax authority processes.
• Experience with SAP and tax reporting tools.
• Strong analytical skills, accuracy, and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Fluency in German (C1+) and strong English communication skills.
• Detail‑oriented with strong ownership of tax processes.
• Able to interpret complex tax scenarios and translate them into compliant accounting entries.
• Comfortable interacting with tax authorities and external auditors.
• Proactive, structured, and able to work independently while collaborating with Finance, Controlling, and Shared Services teams.

Compensation and Benefits:

• The expected starting compensation range for this position is 100 100 PLN annually (gross).
• Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
• This role is eligible for an annual bonus, based on performance and eligibility.
• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility.