Delta Group established our EMEA operation in 1995 with region headquarters in Hoofddorp near Amsterdam to pursue Delta's corporate mission: "To provide innovative, clean and efficient energy solutions for a better tomorrow." For nearly 20 years, Delta EMEA...
About the role
The Senior Accountant – EMEA VAT Specialist is responsible for managing Value Added Tax (VAT) compliance, reporting, and advisory across multiple EMEA jurisdictions. The role ensures full compliance with local VAT regulations, supports business operations in complex cross-border transactions, and drives process standardization and optimization across the region.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or related field
- 5–8+ years of experience in VAT / indirect tax within multinational environments
- Strong exposure to EMEA VAT regimes (EU VAT Directive, local country rules)
- Experience in statutory reporting and audit environments
- Strong knowledge of VAT regulations across multiple EMEA jurisdictions
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred)
More about this role
The Senior Accountant – EMEA VAT Specialist is responsible for managing Value Added Tax (VAT) compliance, reporting, and advisory across multiple EMEA jurisdictions. The role ensures full compliance with local VAT regulations, supports business operations in complex cross-border transactions, and drives process standardization and optimization across the region. The position serves as a key interface between Finance, Tax, and business teams, contributing to accurate statutory reporting and minimizing VAT risk exposure.
- Prepare, review, and submit periodic VAT returns (monthly/quarterly/annual) across EMEA countries
- Ensure accuracy of VAT reporting in line with local legislation and EU directives
- Manage EC Sales Lists (ESL), Intrastat declarations, and other statutory VAT reporting requirements
- Monitor and ensure timely VAT payments and reconciliations
- Perform VAT GL account reconciliation and ensure proper clearing of VAT balances
- Review VAT postings and tax codes in ERP systems (e.g., SAP)
- Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to VAT
- Investigate discrepancies and implement corrective actions
- Provide VAT advice on complex business models...
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