DENSO Europe represents the regional headquarters and European affiliate companies of DENSO Corporation, one of the largest technology suppliers in the global automotive industry. Our products and systems are an important part of nearly every major vehicle around the world. So, if you see it on the road, chances are there's a DENSO product under the hood, in the dash or elsewhere on the vehicle. DENSO is at the forefront of advanced technology and is in a unique position to shape the future of mobility. We see this not just as an opportunity to create technologies that enable motion, but as a responsibility to influence the direction of that movement towards safety, sustainability and a greater need for inspiration. With more than 200 subsidiaries and affiliates across 5 continents, DENSO is powered by a global workforce of about 170,000 individuals, whose expertise in research and development, engineering, manufacturing, sales and operations, enable us to continuously develop core technologies designed to respond to the industry and society's evolving needs by pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

Learn more about DENSO Group at www.denso.com/nl/en/.

We are currently looking for a Senior Specialist VAT operations. In this position you will be responsible for the VAT Compliance process of our various VAT registrations in the EU. You work together with the VAT administrator.

DENSO Europe's Finance & Accounting is the shared service center for the European DENSO Manufacturing & Sales organization and as such has a challenging & interesting VAT structure. Apart from traditional VAT compliance we also need to transform to VAT digitalization as many EU countries are moving into that direction. For this you work together with the Manager F&A System applications.

Overall we can offer a challenging position with opportunities for further growth into the organization. 

You report to the Senior F&A Manager. The Finance & Accounting department consists of 20 people.

In this role, you are responsible for :

• Manage VAT compliance process
• Maintain contacts with VAT consultants and VAT outsourcing partners
• Assure timely filing of VAT/Intrastat returns and related listings, in cooperation with service providers for the VAT registrations of Denso Europe
• Monthly closing/reconciliation/specifications of the VAT accounts
• Monitor and manage VAT refunds/refund positions
• Deliver explanations/data on requests of tax authorities in respect of VAT refund audits and general VAT audits
• Assist with questions of the business related to VAT treatment of invoices, both AP and AR related
• Assistance with implementation of new VAT digital reporting requirements in Denso systems
• Frequent contact with EU Sales Offices and Manufacturing Plants

The ideal candidate we are looking for has the following characteristics:

Education and work experience:

• A relevant and completed MBO/HBO education with additional VAT courses
• 3 to 5 years of relevant work experience, in an international company with multiple VAT registrations, or in one of Big4 companies.

Knowledge, skills and competences:

• Knowledge of and experience with VAT, intrastat & IC processes
• Knowledge of ERP packages/processes like JDEdwards and/or INFOR LN
• Knowledge of Accounting & booking processes
• Ability to work independently with ownership and initiative
• Be responsible, punctual, collaborative and persistent
• Enjoy to work with different cultures in an international environment
• You are available for 40 hours a week.

Additional information

You work within an international, very diverse and multi-cultural organization. In view of the international contacts, a command of the English language in word and writing is necessary. Dutch skills are preferred.  This position in our Finance & Accounting department is located at the European headquarters which is located in Weesp.

We offer you

• Interesting & challenging position with possibility for further growth
• Attractive terms of employment with market conform salary + 25 holidays and 13 ATV days

More information

For more information about this opportunity, you can apply online or contact Roman Scheffer by telephone on +31 (0) 294-493493

Only candidates in possession of a valid EU work permit are eligible for this position
Acquisition for this position is not appreciated