Specialist Indirect Tax

We are looking for a Specialist Indirect Tax who executes Indirect Tax activities (i.e., Value Added Tax) and legal development monitoring activities within the Book-2-Close operational line, ensuring timely and accurate delivery according to SLAs, KPIs, work instructions and controls. Performs day-to-day tax tasks, resolves operational exceptions, and contributes to continuous improvement of the underlying processes, working closely with Group Tax and internal stakeholders. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES   Service Performance and Issue Resolution   Execute daily Indirect Tax operational tasks (e.g., preparation of indirect tax returns, filing of indirect tax returns, conduction of indirect tax reconciliations, support in handling local indirect tax audits and performance of tax Intrastat and EC Sales local reportings), including more complex or higher-value cases, as well as supporting the monitoring of legal requirements, ensuring timely and accurate execution according to defined work instructions and SLAs  Monitor own KPIs and SLAs and take corrective actions in case of deviations  Handle operational issues and exceptions and ensure timely resolution  Escalate structural issues, risks, and recurring defects to the relevant stakeholders  Act as a first point of contact for operational queries from junior colleagues and provide informal guidance on complex topics  Ensure timely execution of Tax activities aligned with closing calendars and reporting deadlines    Process Improvement and Standardization    Support standardization and continuous improvement of Indirect Tax processes and procedures jointly with Group Tax (Headquarter)  Support the monitoring of legal developments (e.g., new tax regulations and subsequent implementation)  Work closely with the B2C process management team and Group Tax (Headquarter) to support continuous improvement of underlying processes  Support the rollout of new or changed process designs, systems and tools into the operational line (e.g., support system upgrades and other change management projects) working closely with the OS&S Transform layer  Collect improvement ideas and contribute to the operational improvement backlog  Participate in pilot activities, testing, and training related to changes impacting the operational line  Ensure adherence to compliance standards including local and international tax regulations, accounting standards (IFRS, GAAP), and audit requirements    Stakeholder Management and Communication   Collaborate with the Indirect Tax Manager to ensure alignment between execution and operational targets  Work in close partnership with Group Tax ensuring consistency in operations, compliance and reporting  Engage with Specialists and Team Leads within Book-2-Close and adjacent processes to ensure coordinated service delivery  Liaise with local tax authorities, auditors, and external consultants as required  Communicate effectively with internal business units on tax…