VAT Consultant

VAT consultant within EMEA indirect tax team

Job Summary:

To strengthen our EMEA indirect tax team (established in Diegem, Belgium) , we are seeking for a VAT consultant focusing on VAT compliance. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with VAT regulations by preparing and submitting accurate VAT returns across multiple jurisdictions. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic environment.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Prepare and timely submit domestic/foreign VAT returns or Tax reports for multiple jurisdictions in accordance with local regulations (following specific compliance processes);
• Follow-up on VAT refunds and initiate VAT payments;
• Reconcile the VAT GL-account to the VAT returns and review VAT reconciliation to VAT revenue figures;
• Prepare and/or review responses to tax authority inquiries in collaboration with the VAT analyst and VAT manager.
• Assist in providing VAT advice to internal stakeholders, ensuring compliance with VAT regulations on transactions and contracts.
• Keep track of new or changed VAT laws and regulations and analyze the impact of these changes;
• Act as a liaison between tax department and service providers or external advisors.
• Work closely with finance, accounting, and operations teams to ensure accurate VAT reporting and compliance.

Job Level Specifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in preparing and submitting VAT returns, ideally in a multi-jurisdictional environment or tax consultantcy is a plus.
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems; experience with VAT-specific software is an advantage.
• Willingness to acquire strong knowledge of VAT regulations and compliance requirements.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office, Powerpoint & notably Excel) .
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Team player with ability to work autonomously in a customer-driven and results oriented environment.

Education and Certification(s):

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.

What we offer?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
• Exposure to international VAT compliance processes.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center in your region: Americas applicants – [email protected], Asia applicants - [email protected], EMEA applicants - [email protected].

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