Indirect Tax Specialist – Taxation, VAT

Role Overview

• Provide support and advisory services for an international client portfolio on VAT obligations and strategies.
• Prepare and submit European VAT returns, intra‑EU supply (EU sales) filings and Intrastat reports in a timely manner.
• Advise on the handling of taxable transactions in e‑commerce and B2B contexts.
• Communicate with tax authorities across Europe and support clients during tax audits and follow‑up queries.
• Proactively track deadlines and assist with payment scheduling.
• Collaborate with the credit control department to monitor client accounts.
• Continuously monitor changes in VAT legislation and implement them in practice.
• Contribute to internal improvement processes and provide training and mentoring for new team members.
• Represent the company in webinars, events and client meetings.

Requirements

• Relevant experience in tax, finance, accounting or law — ideally with a focus on VAT.
• Native‑level German and very good English skills, both written and spoken.
• Strong communication and advisory skills (written, phone and in‑person).
• Structured and reliable working style — able to perform under time pressure and handle complex tasks.
• High degree of personal responsibility, strong organizational skills and a team‑player attitude.
• Experience or interest in international e‑commerce and online retail is desirable.
• Knowledge of EU tax law and reporting obligations (e.g., OSS, VAT ID, Intrastat).

Benefits

• A collaborative culture of continuous learning with development opportunities for career progression and support for professional qualifications.
• A varied role with responsibility and international exposure.
• Friendly working atmosphere and thorough onboarding.
• Possibility for hybrid work arrangements by agreement.
• Regular training and professional development opportunities.
• Attractive salary depending on experience and qualifications.