At Ecolab we are looking for a Senior Tax Accountant – VAT to join our European Tax team in Hungary.
In this role, you will support VAT compliance and reporting activities across 23 European countries, ensuring accurate and timely reporting while collaborating closely with the Shared Service Center and other Finance and Tax stakeholders.
This is a senior individual contributor position with a high level of ownership and independence, offering the opportunity to further develop your expertise in an international VAT environment.
What You Will Do
- Support the preparation of VAT returns, Intrastat and ESL reporting across 23 European countries.
- Download and analyze reports from SAP related to VAT returns and Intrastat reporting.
- Prepare standardized and automated VAT return files and organize data according to country-specific requirements.
- Ensure tax reporting is completed accurately and on time, with appropriate documentation and record retention.
- Collaborate with the Shared Service Center to ensure the accuracy of VAT accounting records, including sub-ledger accounts, general ledger, balance sheet and P&L.
- Perform and support monthly VAT account reconciliations.
- Proactively identify and communicate discrepancies, risks or issues.
- Independently plan, organize and manage activities within your area of responsibility.
- Provide guidance and support to less experienced Tax colleagues when needed.
What We Are Looking For
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax or a related field.
- Approximately 5–7 years of relevant tax experience, with at least 3 years of solid VAT exposure.
- Good understanding of VAT compliance and reporting, ideally within a European or multi-country environment.
- Experience working with SAP.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to independently manage deadlines and priorities.
- Proactive approach and confidence in raising issues when needed.
- Strong team orientation and ability to collaborate across functions.
- Good English communication skills.
Nice to Have
- German language skills.
- Knowledge and experience of German, Italian, Swiss and/or UK VAT.
- Previous experience within a multinational company or Shared Service environment.
- Interest in continued professional development and potential future leadership opportunities.
Working Model
The position is based in Hungary and offers a primarily remote working model, with occasional attendance at the Budapest office.
What We Offer
- Exposure to European VAT compliance across 23 countries.
- An international and collaborative Tax environment.
- A high level of ownership and independence.
- Professional development and future growth opportunities.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Competitive compensation, including eligibility for an annual bonus and cafeteria benefits.
At Ecolab, we are committed to making the world cleaner, safer and healthier. As a global leader in water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services, we work every day to protect the resources vital to life and create a positive impact for our customers, communities and the planet.
Together, we make the world better.
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Skills Required
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or a related field
- Approximately 5–7 years of relevant tax experience
- At least 3 years of solid VAT experience
- Understanding of VAT compliance and reporting
- Experience working with SAP
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Ability to independently manage deadlines and priorities
- Proactive approach and confidence raising issues
- Strong teamwork and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Good English communication skills
- German language skills
- Knowledge of German, Italian, Swiss, or UK VAT
- Experience in a multinational company or Shared Service environment
- Interest in professional development and future leadership opportunities
Ecolab Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Feedback suggests the company provides strong retirement programs, including a 401(k) with employer matching and a pension, alongside options like an employee stock purchase plan. Offerings such as retiree healthcare benefits and diverse investment choices reinforce long-term financial support.
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What We Do
A trusted partner at nearly three million customer locations, Ecolab (ECL) is the global leader in water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services. With annual sales of $12 billion and more than 44,000 associates, Ecolab delivers comprehensive solutions, data-driven insights and personalized service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world. For more Ecolab news and information, visit www.ecolab.com, or follow us on twitter.com/ecolab, facebook.com/ecolab or instagram.com/ecolab_inc.
