VAT Accountant Senior VAT Accountant
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Job Summary
Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great Want to join a 17000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us Looking for an atmosphere of trust empowerment respect diversity and communication How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc.
People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchips nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development values-based decision making and strong sense of community driven by our Vision Mission and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and its won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence.
Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you.
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Job Description:
We are seeking a proactive and detailoriented VAT Accountant / Senior VAT Accountant to support European shipping activities and ensure VAT compliance across multiple jurisdictions. This role is heavily focused on operational VAT working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to resolve VAT issues improve billing accuracy and ensure compliance with evolving VAT and customs requirements.
The position offers the opportunity to act as a key VAT point of contact for the business contributing to process improvements system enhancements and interactions with tax and customs authorities.
Main Responsibilities
VAT Compliance & Reporting
Prepare review and file UK (two registrations) Ireland and OSS VAT returns ensuring timely and accurate submissions
Coordinate with external professional service providers to support the preparation and filing of Germany (two registrations) and France (three registrations) VAT returns including Intrastat filings and EC Sales Lists
Monitor VAT legislative changes and assess impacts on the companys European operations
Business Partnering & Issue Resolution
Proactively liaise with Accounts Receivable and Sales teams to resolve VAT related queries including correcting billings addressing customer disputes and implementing preventative solutions
Act as a key VAT contact for customer facing teams providing practical guidance on VAT treatments for cross border transactions
Support timely resolution of VAT errors through corrective actions such as credit notes re invoicing and disclosures where required
Systems Processes & Controls
Work closely with the Information Systems team on VAT related projects to improve VAT determination billing accuracy reporting quality and automation
Develop document and maintain VAT processes and procedures ensuring consistency knowledge sharing and audit readiness
Identify control gaps and recommend enhancements to strengthen VAT governance
Customs Audits & External Liaison
Liaise with Customs authorities and external advisors in relation to VAT and customs disclosures audits and inquiries
Support preparation of documentation and responses for VAT and customs audits across multiple jurisdictions
Maintain constructive working relationships with tax advisors and authorities to ensure issues are resolved efficiently
Senior Level Responsibilities (where applicable)
Lead or contribute to complex VAT projects and cross functional initiatives
Provide VAT technical input into new business models routes to market or system changes
Coach and provide informal guidance to junior finance or operational team members
Requirements/Qualifications:
Required:
Solid experience in European VAT compliance ideally in an operational or transaction driven environment
Strong working knowledge of UK and EU VAT including cross border trade and OSS
Demonstrated ability to work proactively with Accounts Receivable Sales Systems and external service providers
Strong analytical skills attention to detail and a problem solving mindset
Effective communication skills with the confidence to challenge influence and advise stakeholders
Studying towards or qualified in ACCA CIMA or CTA or an equivalent professional qualification
Preferred / Senior Level:
Experience in a multinational or supply chain focused environment
Exposure to VAT determination engines ERP systems or billing platforms
Experience dealing with HMRC and other European tax or customs authorities including audits or disclosures
Ability to lead or take ownership of complex VAT projects and cross functional initiatives
Foreign language skills would be advantageous.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Internal Audit
- Accounting Tally
- General Ledger Accounting
- External Audit
- Microsoft Excel
- PMP
- Financial Accounting
- Financial Analysis
- Payroll
- Financial Recouncilation
- Financial statement
- Accounting and Finance
- ACCA
- CPA
- Financial Reporting
About Company
Microchip Technology is a leading provider of microcontroller, mixed-signal, analog and Flash-IP solutions that also offers outstanding technical support.
