Job Description

Overview:

About the Company

Allegis Group is a multi-branded specialist in providing tailored staffing solutions to market leading clients. As the largest privately-owned staffing company globally, we consistently outperform our competitors and continuously deliver on our promises. With staffing at the core of what we know best, we understand how important people are to any business, therefore at Allegis Group we invest in the training and development of our people, offering continuous opportunity to those who earn the right. Our goal is to become the staffing and services company others aspire to be.

As the global leader in talent solutions, we take pride in what we do, connecting great people to great opportunities, helping businesses win and careers soar. Today, with $12.3 billion in revenues and 500+ global locations, Allegis Group and its network of specialized companies provide a full suite of complementary talent solutions that solves nearly every workforce challenge to empower business success while consistently delivering an unsurpassed quality experience.

Role Outline

The VAT Accountant will be part of Allegis Group's global shared service team and will support Allegis entities with VAT matters in the EMEA region. The role is primarily focused on managing compliance for 30 VAT registrations across 12 countries (Belgium, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the UK). Reporting to the Senior Indirect Tax Accountant, the VAT Accountant is responsible for VAT compliance and will assist with providing tax advice to the wider business on various business transactions and operations.
Qualifications:

Skills:

Degree in Taxation/Accounting ATT/CTA is a plus with a proven track record in VAT Minimum of 3+ years of relevant tax experience Comprehensive knowledge of VAT Proficient in Excel Experience with VAT calculation and declaration systems Experience with ERP systems (PeopleSoft and Vendor Management Systems) Experience with Oracle Fusion (or similar cloud-based application)

Behaviours:

Positive working attitude, self-starter and independent Strong initiative and drive Highly effective team player Excellent verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to effectively explain complex VAT advice Strong commercial approach Detail oriented and organised Adaptable to new or changing circumstances Effective time management and prioritisation Ability to work with others across multiple time zones and countries

Responsibilities:

Core Responsibilities:

Manage indirect tax compliance, including VAT returns, EC sales list review, communications with tax authorities, and tracking VAT payments, refunds and deadlines. Support the Senior Indirect Tax Accountant with VAT related queries from internal teams and customers Perform SAO documentation and compliance Implement and drive internal controls and efficiencies Develop and deliver training to stakeholders across the finance, customer-facing, account payable, account receivable, and vendor onboarding teams. Maintain compliance for VAT registrations, invoice & credit note requirements & design Monitor tax legislation and impacts to the business Audit transactions within EPR systems * Assist with tax inspections, e-invoicing implementation and ERP system upgrade