{"id":1184833,"url":"https://alion.io/job/delta-electronics-senior-accountant-emea-vat-specialist","title":"Senior Accountant – EMEA VAT Specialist","company":{"id":62165,"name":"Delta Electronics","domain":"deltaww.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/delta-electronics","size_band":"501-1000","is_staffing_agency":false,"is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"SmartRecruiters","truth_index":null},"role":"Finance","role_family":"Finance","seniority":"senior","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Hoofddorp, Netherlands"],"countries":["NL"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":49000,"max_usd":110000,"period":"year","method":"role_seniority_country_remote_cell","sample_n":22},"experience_years_min":8,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-23T13:35:39Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-23","last_verified_at":"2026-09-24T14:47:47Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":1,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":1},"description":"Delta Group established our EMEA operation in 1995 with region headquarters in Hoofddorp near Amsterdam to pursue Delta's corporate mission: \"To provide innovative, clean and efficient energy solutions for a better tomorrow.\" For nearly 20 years, Delta EMEA continues to dedicate in R&D to support the most important businesses with advanced energy-saving technology and solutions.\n The Senior Accountant - EMEA VAT Specialist is responsible for managing Value Added Tax (VAT) compliance, reporting, and advisory across multiple EMEA jurisdictions. The role ensures full compliance with local VAT regulations, supports business operations in complex cross-border transactions, and drives process standardization and optimization across the region. The position serves as a key interface between Finance, Tax, and business teams, contributing to accurate statutory reporting and minimizing VAT risk exposure.\nKey Responsibilities\nA. VAT Compliance & Filing (Multi-country EMEA)\nPrepare, review, and submit periodic VAT returns (monthly/quarterly/annual) across EMEA countries\nEnsure accuracy of VAT reporting in line with local legislation and EU directives\nManage EC Sales Lists (ESL), Intrastat declarations, and other statutory VAT reporting requirements\nMonitor and ensure timely VAT payments and reconciliations\nB. VAT Accounting & Reconciliation\nPerform VAT GL account reconciliation and ensure proper clearing of VAT balances\nReview VAT postings and tax codes in ERP systems (e.g., SAP)\nSupport month-end and year-end closing activities related to VAT\nInvestigate discrepancies and implement corrective actions\nC. Advisory on Cross-border Transactions\nProvide VAT advice on complex business models (e.g., drop shipments, DDP/DAP, consortium structures)\nAssess VAT implications for new business setups and country expansions\nSupport structuring of transactions to ensure VAT efficiency and compliance\nD. Audit & Tax Authority Interaction\nAct as key contact for VAT audits and queries from tax authorities\nPrepare documentation and support audit responses\nCoordinate with external advisors (e.g., Big4) when required\nEnsure audit trail and documentation meet statutory standards\nE. Process Improvement & Internal Controls\nDrive standardization and automation of VAT processes across EMEA\nStrengthen internal controls and compliance frameworks\nIdentify risks and implement mitigation actions\nSupport internal and external audit reviews\nF. Stakeholder Management\nCollaborate with local finance teams across EMEA entities\nProvide VAT training and guidance to non-tax stakeholders (e.g., sales, logistics)\nWork closely with supply chain and legal teams on VAT-related matters\n Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or related field\n5-8+ years of experience in VAT / indirect tax within multinational environments\nStrong exposure to EMEA VAT regimes (EU VAT Directive, local country rules)\nExperience in statutory reporting and audit environments\nStrong knowledge of VAT regulations across multiple EMEA jurisdictions\nExperience with ERP systems (SAP preferred)\nSolid understanding of accounting principles (IFRS / local GAAP)\nExperience with VAT compliance tools or automation solutions is a plus\nStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilities\nHigh attention to detail (audit-quality mindset)\nAbility to manage multiple jurisdictions and deadlines\nEffective communication with cross-functional stakeholders\nTimely and accurate VAT filings across all assigned countries\nZero or minimal VAT penalties / compliance issues\nClean VAT GL accounts with no unexplained balances\nSuccessful audit outcomes with no significant findings\nProcess improvements and efficiency gains (automation, standardization)","description_format":"text","description_chars":3721,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":8,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"bachelor","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[{"language":"English","level":"All levels","optional":false}]},"benefits":[],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Internet of Things","Electrical & Electronic Engineering"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-24T14:44:03Z"}],"liveness":{"score":86,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.86,"p_room":1,"age_days":1,"expected_fill_days":42,"reasons":["conf:12","win:early"],"computed_at":"2026-09-25T03:03:19Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/delta-electronics-senior-accountant-emea-vat-specialist","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/delta-electronics-senior-accountant-emea-vat-specialist.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-09-25T03:03:19Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","usage":{"tier":"crawler","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":3318,"day_limit":5000,"remaining_today":1682,"minute_limit":60,"resets_at":"2026-09-26T00:00:00Z"}}}