Exciting opportunity: Join our team of European VAT experts!
Embark on a challenging career in tax consultancy with a leading player. European VAT Desk invites you to seize this unique opportunity to be part of a small, energetic team and contribute to our success in the challenging world of European VAT.
Who we are ?
European VAT Desk is redefining the approach of traditional tax firms by providing unrivalled expertise in international VAT, backed by two decades of continuous innovation and practical experience. We guide our clients through the maze of indirect tax regulations across Europe. Our offering encompasses a full range of customised services, including VAT advice, support with tax returns to the 27 EU Member States, tax dispute management, as well as the implementation of advanced technology solutions. Our commitment to our clients extends to a variety of organisations, from multinational corporations to innovative start-ups to international NGOs, all seeking our specialist expertise. We are determined to boost the success of our partners through our constant dedication to excellence and innovation.
What we are looking for ?
We're looking for exceptional talent to join our growing team. If you have a passion for tax and international law, are tidy, rigorous, fluent in French and English and have a knack for writing, then you could be the person we're looking for. Whether you are an ambitious young graduate or an experienced professional, we have opportunities for you in our team.
Initial experience is not essential for the position of Junior VAT Associate. You come to us with your motivation and your desire to learn. In return, we'll train you for the job of tomorrow. For the ‘Senior VAT Associate’ position, 2 years' experience in the VAT department of an international tax firm is required.
What we offer ?
You will have the opportunity to practice an exciting profession in a stimulating professional environment, where your personal development is supervised by our experienced mentors. We offer a collaborative environment (coworking offices) on a human scale where everyone is respected, valued and encouraged to be themselves. What's more, the competitive salary package rewards both individual and team performance.
Job vacancies :
By joining our team, you will be responsible for supervising a varied portfolio of customers. Your role will be to assist them on a daily basis in complying with their VAT tax obligations in various countries. You will provide them with personalised recommendations and develop cutting-edge VAT strategies. In addition, you will benefit from the opportunity to engage in stimulating internal activities, including marketing, communication, business development, as well as exchanging know-how at the heart of our dynamic team.
Job Description
The core of the job (60% of the time) will consist of managing a portfolio of +/- 50 international clients:
- Managing the client's VAT registrations abroad
- Preparation and filing of VAT accounting journals
- Preparing and filing VAT returns
- Drafting opinions and advices that help customers in their projects
- Designing customized and innovative VAT solutions for customers ;
- Answering questions from clients and tax authorities.
The management of the client portfolio will be supervised by our mentors and autonomy will be gradually acquired. Ultimately, the candidate should be able to work independently and contribute ideas for improving the customer experience.
The other responsibilities (40% of the time) can be chosen according to the interests of each candidate:
1/ Marketing & Communication
- Website management (via WordPress): content, visitor experience, design, SEO, etc.
- Content marketing: what type of content for what medium, creation of funnels, etc.
- Newsletter and ebook management: content, design, targets, etc.
- Marketing automation (via Activecampaign)
2/ Sales
- Analysis of website visitor behaviour
- Follow-up of leads and opportunities
- Management of price offers
3/ Knowledge sharing
- Monitoring VAT news to feed our websites and newsletters
- Active management of the online library (via SharePoint)
- Drafting newsletters
- Creation of visual PowerPoint presentations
4/ Miscellaneous:
- Management and coordination of internal projects.
- Business analysis: creation of reports and dashboards
- Application management (Salesforce.com, Active Campaign, WordPress, etc.)
- Creation of Excel tools to automate recurring tasks.
Join us:
If being challenged and thriving in a stimulating professional environment appeals to you, European VAT Desk represents the perfect opportunity. We invite you to apply to join our team and contribute to our continued success as expert European VAT advisers.
Please send your covering letter and curriculum vitae to Mr Alain Soriano at the following address: [email protected]