Preparation of VAT/ ESL/ Intrastat reconciliations together with the monthly tax compliance related tasks (return submission, preparing payment instructions, monitoring VAT receivables, support European VAT audits etc.). Supporting business functions (General ledger – hereinafter GL, Account Payable – hereinafter AP, Account Receivable – hereinafter AR, Customer Service/Logistic – hereinafter CS, Information Technology – hereinafter IT) with VAT related queries, participate in internal/global projects and review VAT/ESL/Intrastat.
Responsibilities:
Preparation of highly complex and consolidated VAT/ ESL/ Intrastat reports for established/foreign VAT registered Celanese legal entities in EMEA region to be sent for VAT manager review/approval
Coordinate and review of VAT/ ESL/ Intrastat reports for established/foreign VAT registered Celanese legal entities in EMEA region
Preparation of VAT payment instructions and monitoring of VAT payments to EMEA tax authorities
Support and ensure reconciliation of annual VAT returns/ correction returns
Support and ensure quarterly VAT GL accounts reconciliation (domestic LE/ foreign VAT registrations)
Train and instruct GL, AP, AR, CS, IT team on relevant tax code to apply
As an Independent contributor supports Tax Audit conducted by Taxing Authorities in EMEA region
Support GL with year-end internal/external audits with data collection/ GL relevant items
Independently support other business functions (e.g. GL, AP, AR, CS, IT) in ad-hoc requests
Independently support VAT related projects (SAP implementation, automation, e-invoicing, e-reporting, etc.)
Independently performs calculation of year end Transfer Pricing Adjustment Split between jurisdiction (followed by a final review by VAT manager).
Deliver trainings to team on SAP, and proactively shares business background within the team developing strong internal and external relationships, representing the GBS Tax Team
Identifying process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency and control
Act as superuser in SAP related projects. Participate in testing, UAT and in any other technical, SAP or other system-related projects.
Qualifications:
5 to 7 years of experience in related Indirect Tax Accounting and Reporting
Strong English language and interpersonal skills, prioritizing client responsiveness
Proficiency in analytical skills, numeracy, and financial awareness
Customer and service-oriented mindset, able to work under pressure
Self-confident in internal and external interactions