Senior Tax Analyst - Fixed term project

Elanco; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Office in Warsaw centre

Extra days off

Sports cards (Multisport)

Private medical care

Life insurance

Employee Referral Program

Animal-friendly office

Language learning platform

Job summary

Elanco is seeking a Senior Tax Analyst for a six-month fixed-term project in Warsaw. The role collaborates with the EMEA VAT Manager and external advisors to manage VAT/GST across multiple countries, while supporting SAP configuration and process improvements.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of VAT experience, EU VAT Directive knowledge, and strong Excel and English communication skills, with openness to fixed-term engagements and a willingness to travel 0-10%.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of a VAT system of at least one EU Member State with at least 4 years of VAT experience (within business or advisory company).
• Openness to fixed-term projects
• Understanding of EU VAT Directives.
• University degree (preferable in Finance or Accountancy).
• Ability to analyze numerical data in MS Excel.
• Experience with ERP-systems (SAP) is preferred.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in English language.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit VAT returns for assigned countries across the EMEA region, ensuring timely and accurate compliance with local VAT regulations.
• Perform peer reviews of VAT returns prepared by team members to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to internal quality standards, while also supporting knowledge sharing, professional development, and collaboration within the EMEA VAT team.
• Provide ad hoc VAT advisory support to local Finance teams, including guidance on complex VAT matters and assistance during tax audits and reviews of locally managed VAT compliance processes.
• Collaborate closely with direct tax, customs, and other tax colleagues on cross‑functional matters, including the VAT implications of transfer pricing adjustments and other business transactions.
• Partner with Information Technology (IT) teams to support VAT‑related SAP configuration, process improvements, and system enhancements.
• Monitor VAT developments and contribute to the continuous improvement of VAT compliance processes, controls, and risk management practices across the EMEA region.

Skills

VAT knowledge

Excel

Communication

Problem solving

SAP

English

Education

University degree in Finance or Accountancy

Tools

SAP

Job description

Senior Tax Analyst – Fixed Term Project

This position will be cooperating with the EMEA VAT Manager, located in Warsaw, in respect of Elanco’s VAT/GST area, external advisors and in-country business around the world. This is a fixed-term role for a period of six months. We offer an employment contract or a B2B contract.

Your Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit VAT returns for assigned countries across the EMEA region, ensuring timely and accurate compliance with local VAT regulations.
• Perform peer reviews of VAT returns prepared by team members to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to internal quality standards, while also supporting knowledge sharing, professional development, and collaboration within the EMEA VAT team.
• Provide ad hoc VAT advisory support to local Finance teams, including guidance on complex VAT matters and assistance during tax audits and reviews of locally managed VAT compliance processes.
• Collaborate closely with direct tax, customs, and other tax colleagues on cross‑functional matters, including the VAT implications of transfer pricing adjustments and other business transactions.
• Partner with Information Technology (IT) teams to support VAT‑related SAP configuration, process improvements, and system enhancements.
• Monitor VAT developments and contribute to the continuous improvement of VAT compliance processes, controls, and risk management practices across the EMEA region.

Qualifications

• In‑depth knowledge of a VAT system of at least one EU Member State with at least 4 years of VAT experience (within business or advisory company).
• Openness to fixed‑term projects
• Understanding of EU VAT Directives.
• University degree (preferable in Finance or Accountancy).
• Ability to analyze numerical data in MS Excel.
• Experience with ERP‑systems (SAP) is preferred.
• Good communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Fluency in English language.

Additional Information

• Travel: 0-10%

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well‑being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:
• Career at one of the leading global animal healthcare companies
• Office located in the center of Warsaw (Rondo Daszynskiego)
• Extra days off
• Sports cards (Multisport), private medical care, life insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Animal‑Friendly office
• Language learning platform

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.