Job Description:
The VAT Manager (Advisory) reports directly to the Head of Indirect Taxes and will provide strategic VAT advisory support to the business, with a focus on new transactions, structures and commercial flows.

Job Title:

Tax Manager

Contract Type:

Full time

Time Type:

Full time

Job Description:

The VAT Manager (Advisory) reports directly to the Head of Indirect Taxes and will provide strategic VAT advisory support to the business, with a focus on new transactions, structures and commercial flows.
The position will also play a key role in VAT-related workstreams linked to the ORACLE implementation and other technology projects, while driving automation and process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy and controls across VAT processes.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide VAT advisory services to the business on commercial transactions, new structures, and cross-border flows
- Analyse cross-border flows of goods and services to identify and mitigate VAT risks proactively across all relevant jurisdictions
- Lead VAT-related workstreams within the ORACLE implementation project, ensuring correct VAT determination, reporting, and compliance are embedded into the system
- Drive tax technology and automation initiatives to improve VAT processes, accuracy, and controls
- Advise internal stakeholders (Finance, Legal, Operations, Trading) on VAT implications of business decisions
- Support M&A; transactions with VAT due diligence and integration activities
- Monitor regulatory developments and ensure timely implementation of new VAT reporting requirements (e.g. e-reporting, e-invoicing,



real-time digital VAT reporting etc.)
- Collaborate with IT teams to design and implement technology-driven VAT solutions
- Support and enhance VAT compliance processes across the Group
- Managing relationships with external advisers across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring consistent and high-quality service delivery
- Support and lead VAT audits
- Respond to ad-hoc VAT queries from traders, operators, and other business stakeholders.

Profile:

- University degree in Tax, Law, Economics, Accounting, or related field. A post-graduate qualification in VAT is an advantage.
- Approximately 5-7 years of VAT experience, preferably from a Big 4 firm or multinational environment
- In-depth knowledge of VAT legislation and regulations (essential). Familiarity with customs and excise matters is a big advantage.
- Experience in VAT advisory and VAT technology/automation projects
- Strong interest in and aptitude for tax technology and automation
- Ability to bridge the gap between tax technical knowledge and system/process design
- Experience with ERP implementations (e.g., ORACLE, SAP) is highly desirable
- Able to work independently and collaborate across teams
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, demonstrating strong project management and organisational skills
- Conscious and methodical in approach with strong analytical skills.
- High degree of integrity and the ability to inspire confidence
- Excellent oral and written skills in English; additional languages are an advantage

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📌 Tax Manager (Madrid)
🏢 Gunvor Group
📍 Madrid