VAT CoE Team Lead

Your Role:

• Organize and oversee EMEA VAT CoE operations and performance according to the direction given by department’s Manager.

• Manage, develop and train EMEA VAT CoE employees (approx.. 5-8 team members).

• Ensure timely and accurate VAT reporting for the entities in scope - according to local tax and accounting rules (VAT returns and corrections preparation and filling) as well as providing reporting required by Aptiv

• Ensure timely and accurate VAT reporting for the entities in scope – according to Aptiv procedures and needs, incl. US GAAP requirements (e.g. FAS5 reporting)

• Ensure timely and accurate VAT reporting for Aptiv management purposes.

• Provide reconciliation of indirect taxes declarations to other official statements and assuring VAT accounts reconciliations in required systems.

• Coordinate VAT related processes and cooperate with other departments (especially with TAX Team, GBS, Finance, Operations, Logistics, Customs) and with external service providers.

• Cooperate with internal and external auditors and with local tax authorities.

• Support implementation and IT systems maintenance as well as optimization, standardization and processes automation.

• Prepare and maintain of up to date policies and processes documentation.

• Maintain up to date required certifications and accesses.

• Identify and manage, with cooperation with Tax Team, Vat risk areas.

• Support global tax projects. Tax strategies identification and implementation  - especially those related to VAT in EMEA region.

• Manage and coordinate with external providers VAT registering and deregistering processes and maintain required VAT registration, according to Aptiv business needs in EMEA region.

• On-time execution of assigned tasks in compliance with the valid quality system valid for Aptiv corporation and Technical Center in Krakow

Your Background:

• Higher education in a field of taxes, law, accounting, finance or economics

• Deep knowledge and expertise in indirect taxes and VAT compliance processes in EMEA region

• Min 5 years of experience in VAT reporting and VAT compliance in EMEA region

• Experience in team management - min. 3 years

• Strong time management and organization skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines and manage a number of projects simultaneously

• Methodical approach to problem solving

• Very good computer skills - especially MS Excel

• Very good knowledge of English

• Licensed tax advisor 

• Experience with SAP

Your Benefits at Aptiv:

• Private health care (Signal Iduna) and Life insurance for you and your beloved ones

• Well-Being Program that includes regular webinars, workshops, and networking events

• Hybrid work (min. 47 days/yr of remote work, flexible working hours)

• Employee Pension Plan paid by the employer (you get + 3,5% on each gross salary)

• Access to sports groups and Multisport card

Important Company Update – Please Read Before Applying. On January 22, 2025, Aptiv announced its decision to separate its EDS division to form two separate independent companies:https://www.automotiveworld.com/news-releases/aptiv-announces-intention-to-separate-its-electrical-distribution-systems-business/

This role is within the EDS segment, and you will be joining that segment as it becomes its own entity, with a rich heritage and proven track record as a global leader in low and high voltage power and signal distribution systems. Our solutions are central to enabling the next generation of electrified, automated, and connected vehicles, and we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence.

We are looking for talented individuals who are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of EDS and delivering industry-leading solutions to the world’s top automotive manufacturers

Apply today, and together let’s change tomorrow!

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