EMEA VAT Manager

The EMEA VAT Manager is a key member of the finance compliance team and works cross functional with all EMEA business leaders and the Fluke US headquarters finance team. 

The EMEA VAT Manager will be responsible for VAT compliance and all related projects for our Fluke business in EMEA. This includes the coordination of all VAT reporting and VAT related compliance matters, including compliance with indirect tax regulations in all countries where we operate as a business (approx. 30 VAT registrations across 25 subsidiaries). You will initiate and participate in projects and lead process improvements around VAT across all businesses and establish cross functional links as required. You will be owning our VAT Process Automation: 1) tax determination thru Oracle eBTax Rules, 2) tax filings using “iTax” from our vendor “4Apps” and 3) E-Invoicing integrations as required within Europe and partnering countries.

The position is based at Fluke Europe B.V. in Eindhoven and has one direct report. We have created an informal and supportive environment where we communicate openly and honestly and value each other's input. We brainstorm together to solve problems and face challenges head-on, relying on the team for help. You will be part of the international Finance team of Fluke (approx. 60 professionals, mostly based in Eindhoven) and cooperate with the Finance and Tax teams of Fluke Headquarters based in Everett (USA). The role also involves interaction with our parent company (Fortive), our international offices, business managers, and other functional teams. Therefore, it is essential that you have excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities:

1. Monitor and maintain VAT compliance across EMEA ensuring timely preparation and submission of VAT returns, EC Sales listings, and Intrastat.
2. Review VAT returns and manage accurate and timely completion by the teams involved.
3. Review and reconciliation of EC Sales Lists, EC Purchase lists (as required), and Intrastat Declarations for all VAT registrations, ensuring accurate, timely and complete submission of all returns.
4. Validate internal processes and transactions for proper VAT accounting.
5. Maximize efficiencies in operating and reporting systems to reduce the VAT liabilities within the legislative framework.
6. Liaise with and manage the working relationship with tax authorities during routine audits and ad hoc enquiries.
7. Keep up to date with local rules and regulations across EMEA and translate the impact on our internal processes.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in EU VAT Compliance and tax project management within an international/US organization.
• Excellent working knowledge of VAT Compliance and all related aspects across multi EMEA jurisdictions.
• Proven ability to initiate, drive and execute change projects across several levels.
• Ability to identify areas of risk, carry out an effective review and know when to escalate upwards.
• Fluent in English.
• Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• A ‘hands on’ work style, comfortable with the detail, and able to move seamlessly between tactical and strategic issues as required.
• Confident, enthusiastic and a team player.
• High degree of attention to detail and ability to multitask and prioritize.

Why you should join us:

• You will join a high performing, friendly and supportive team.
• No day is the same due to a mix of standard work and involvement in supporting the changes of the organization (e.g. due to centralization, legal entity optimalization and continues improvements).
• You will be exposed to the full scope of tax-compliance activities and tax improvement projects. 
• You will work closely with your direct report, finance- and other internal teams as well as with external customers (e.g. tax authorities). 
• You will participate in a dynamic and fast-paced organization where you can join and will lead both various indirect tax related projects.