VAT Regional Expert, Terneuzen

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In this role, you will take end-to-end ownership of VAT compliance and reporting for the Benelux entities. You will act as a subject matter expert, ensuring accuracy, compliance with legislation, and continuous improvement of VAT-related processes, while working closely with internal stakeholders and global teams.Your responsibilities will include: Taking full, independent ownership of the

accurate preparation and submission of VAT returns

for the Benelux countries Independently preparing and submitting

EC Sales Lists

for the Benelux Reconciling VAT balance sheet accounts

on a monthly basis, investigating discrepancies and preparing the required journal entries Monitoring

VAT legislative and regulatory changes

in the Benelux, assessing their impact on the business, and collaborating with the VAT team to ensure timely and compliant implementation Supporting the

Tax Technology team

on project-based work, including process improvements and VAT reporting requirements for IT systems Providing

training, mentorship, and guidance

to the business on VAT-related matters Actively promoting

collaboration, standardization, and continuous improvement

across VAT processes and controls Supporting and contributing to various VAT-related projects, such as: Compliance checklists Real-time reporting initiatives VAT accounts procedures E-invoicing implementations Setting up and further developing

VAT processes and policies , including the transition from outsourced activities to a fully in-house, well-documented and continuously updated setup Ensuring all activities are performed in line with

Yara’s global Ethics&Compliance policies , as well as

Health, Safety and Security principles , relevant legislation, and Yara’s golden rules Who are you?

We are looking for a knowledgeable and proactive VAT professional who combines strong technical expertise with a hands-on mindset. You are comfortable working independently, take ownership of your responsibilities, and enjoy collaborating with a diverse group of stakeholders across the organization.The ideal candidate brings the following qualifications and competencies: A

Master’s degree in Finance or Tax , with a strong focus on Finance and/or Accounting Solid knowledge of

VAT formalities and legislation

applicable in the Benelux countries Strong understanding of

accounting principles and related financial procedures Practical, advanced experience with

ERP systems , preferably

SAP A

hands-on mentality

combined with a proactive, solution-oriented attitude The ability to use

personal judgement and initiative

to develop effective and constructive solutions to challenges and obstacles Strong

communication skills , both externally (e.g. liaising with tax authorities) and internally (working with key stakeholders across the business) An enthusiastic, flexible and

collaborative team player

who thrives in a dynamic environment Excellent oral and written English

communication skills A high level of

accuracy , attention to detail and a strong

result-oriented mindset Working knowledge of at least one additional language:

Dutch, French or German Do you recognize yourself in the description above, but are some qualifications missing? Yara wants to invest in people, so we would like to get in touch with you! Additional Information

This position is preferably based in Belgium or the Netherlands Do you feel the chemistry?

Please apply via our website. For more information about the job content, please contact Dominik Hemsing (VAT manager Europe, +49 259 4798 426) or Peggy de Mey, HR Business Partner (+31 115 474 364). Knowledge grows through differences Yara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is not only the right thing, but also the smart thing to do. To deliver on this, Yara has firmly anchoredDiversity, Equity&Inclusion (DE&I) in our business strategy and has more than 400 employees worldwide involved in D&I ambassadors networks. As part of our recruitment process, where permitted by local law, we may conduct reference and background checks. These checks will only be performed when deemed necessary for the nature of the job. Candidates will be informed by HR before any background checks are initiated.

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