Indirect Tax Strategist: VAT & Excise Lead

BAT; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading bonus

Health plans

Flexible holiday plan

Transportation support

Learning & development

Job summary

British American Tobacco Poland is seeking a Tax Executive in Warsaw to manage VAT and excise tax compliance, reporting, and related planning activities. The role involves handling tax returns, coordinating with Finance, and supporting audits while liaising with internal and external partners.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of indirect tax experience, strong VAT/excise knowledge, SAP experience is a plus, and fluency in Polish and English. A dynamic, collaborative environment awaits.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of indirect tax experience in a corporate or public accounting setting
• Strong knowledge of VAT and excise tax legislation and regulations
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems (SAP is an advantage)
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel with good analytical skills
• Fluent in Polish and English (both spoken and written)

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, sign, and submit VAT and excise tax returns.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with indirect tax regulations across jurisdictions.
• Handle VAT and excise tax calculations and maintain accurate documentation.
• Provide technical advice on indirect tax matters for business decisions.
• Contribute to tax planning initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce risk.
• Support tax audits and respond to tax authority inquiries.
• Coordinate with Finance and internal teams to ensure accurate tax accounting and reporting.
• Collaborate with external advisors and legal counsel on complex indirect tax matters.

Skills

VAT & excise knowledge

Excel

Analytical thinking

Polish language

English language

SAP

Attention to detail

Tools

SAP

Job description

British American Tobacco Poland is seeking a Tax Executive in Warsaw to manage VAT and excise tax compliance, reporting, and related planning activities. The role involves handling tax returns, coordinating with Finance, and supporting audits while liaising with internal and external partners.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of indirect tax experience, strong VAT/excise knowledge, SAP experience is a plus, and fluency in Polish and English. A dynamic, collaborative environment awaits.