Global Indirect Tax Operations Specialist

At JDE Peets we view a responsible approach to tax as a core part of our commitment to sustainable and responsible growth. Within Group Tax the Global Indirect Tax Operations Specialist supports the execution and continuous improvement of indirect tax compliance and operational processes across multiple jurisdictions.

This hands-on role focuses on the accurate and timely accounting reporting and compliance of VAT GST and other indirect taxes within a multinational environment. The position operates within the Groups Global Business Services model reports to the Global Indirect Tax Manager in the Netherlands and works closely with internal finance teams and with other internal stakeholders (Tax Accounting Treasury Legal Operations) to ensure high-quality and compliant delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Execute and optimize periodic indirect tax compliance processes including invoice reviews preparation and filing of tax returns archiving and payment execution.
• Perform indirect tax accounting and reporting activities including reconciliations to GL accounts and preparation of clearing proposals.
• Maintain accurate tax master data (tax codes VAT numbers classifications system tables).
• Monitor changes in local tax regulations and assess their impact on compliance processes.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Tax Accounting Treasury Legal Operations) to ensure completeness and accuracy of tax submissions.
• Contribute to automation process standardization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain process documentation and support tax audits and ad hoc projects including restructurings or changes in goods flows.

Qualifications :

For this role as a Global Indirect Tax Operations Specialist were looking for someone who has the following skills and experience:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field; a Masters degree or professional certification (e.g. CPA ACCA CTA) is an advantage.
• 35 years of experience in Indirect Tax compliance preferably in a multinational or shared services environment.
• Solid knowledge of European indirect tax principles and compliance requirements.
• Experience working with ERP systems preferably SAP.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Fluent English (written and spoken); additional European languages are a plus.

Additional Information :

WHAT CAN WE OFFER

At JDE in addition to a competitive salary we offer a wide range of benefits tailored to your needs:

• A dynamic global work environment with opportunities to collaborate across diverse teams.
• Professional development and continuous learning including exposure to complex statutory and tax processes.
• Opportunities to contribute to automation and process improvement initiatives.
• A culture that values adaptability collaboration and innovation.
• Benefits such as private medical care private pension scheme life insurance sports card language courses and more
• Unlimited access to the best coffee

Your application at JDE Peets
If you are interested in this career opportunity at JDE Peets apply and join us. After receiving your application we will do our utmost to give you quick feedback. Part of the recruitment procedure at JDE Peets would be an online assessment followed by interviews. A pre-employment check can be part of the recruitment process.

Our efforts on this agenda have earned us the prestigious Catalyst Award as well as the Fair Pay Leader Certification in 2025 thanks to an unexplained gender pay gap of 0.52%.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time