VAT Compliance Senior Consultant

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Role

Responsible for managing multiple client engagements and supporting the development of VAT compliance practice in EY Romania.  Also responsible for building a team of tax consultants working under him/her on these assignments.

Your key responsibilities

As a Senior consultant, you will be working a selection of clients where you are the assistant VAT controller for the VAT compliance outsourced to EY, including:

• Stays abreast of general business and economic developments and demonstrates an understanding of the client’s business and policies. Works with the client and engagement team to understand the client’s business and VAT needs,

• Act as point of contact – liaise with your international clients and colleagues with respect to Romanian VAT compliance
• Coordinate VAT compliance projects,  monitor the quality of the indirect tax data and reports of your clients
• Review and approve indirect tax returns
• Follow up on legislative changes and business changes in order to ensure that the systems and/or processes are updated
• Identify issues and opportunities to continuously improve the VAT compliance processes
• Supervise and coach junior team members

• Actively participate to the training and coaching session in your development plan to ensure continuous development of your technical knowledge

• Works with the tax team to develop marketing/sales strategies and implementing them; develop and customize relevant/practical methodologies in the VAT compliance area for the Romanian market
• Utilizes and encourages the application of firm wide methodologies and tools including computer-based software solutions
• Provides guidance to assist staff in reaching their full potential (e.g., willingly addresses questions, contributes constructive on-the-job feedback and training, conducts meaningful and timely performance reviews)

Skills and attributes for success

• Very good technical and practical understanding of VAT provisions and related VAT compliance
• Very good analytical skills and attention to detail

• Innovative & problem resolution focus with strong communication skills, both written and verbal

• Team player with project management capabilities
• Highly motivated with the ability to work both independently and in a team
• A desire to learn and develop into the role
• Ability to plan and prioritize work

 To qualify for the role you must have

• Bachelor/Master Degree in Economics  or equivalent, potentially with a supplementary degree in fiscal matters
• At least 3 years of professional experience in VAT compliance, either in industry or with other service providers
• Basic understanding of IT-systems and VAT/GST reporting solutions

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Excellent language skills in Romanian and English. Additional language skills nice to have
• Excellent communication across cultures and within a virtual working environment

What we look for

Experienced professionals who want to join our growing team and accept the challenge to provide high quality service to our clients and to continuously improve

What we offer

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around

• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.