Indirect Tax Manager

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Position Overview

Vantage is seeking a proactive, detail-oriented, and collaborative Indirect Tax Manager to take ownership of indirect tax compliance and advisory workstreams in Germany. The German market is one of our largest and most critical, with several operational data centres and a significant number of ongoing development projects. You will support the business’ objectives in Germany, partnering with other departments to support delivery of our data centre developments, and interact with key internal and external stakeholders. You will report to the Senior Tax Manager, Germany, and work with the Senior Tax Director, EMEA, the Indirect Tax Manager, EMEA, and the rest of the EMEA Tax team. The role sits in the broader German finance team, in Raunheim.

Essential Job Functions

Insource the preparation of the preliminary VAT returns (currently 17 registrations in Germany) based on the business’ accounting records. The insourcing is expected to be staggered over a period of time.
Support the preparation of the annual VAT returns of the relevant VDC companies by our external advisors, reviewing the information and responding to queries.
Support the German finance team with continuous improvement of the accounting data inputs and master data relevant to the VAT returns.
Regularly review systems, implement and monitor processes and controls in relation to VAT, and identify internal training requirements.
Work with Finance teams to manage and expedite the recovery of VAT receivables, contributing to net working capital management.
Build a trusting relationship with the tax office, leading our response to checks, enquiries, and audits, in respect of VAT.

Duties

Preparation of preliminary VAT returns for the German VAT registrations.
Support external advisors with the preparation of the annual VAT returns of the German VAT registrations.
Preparation of relevant EC Sales and Intrastat reporting, as relevant.
Undertake system reviews, Tax CMS, and VAT process reviews to identify improvements and change requirements. Work with internal and external stakeholders to lead such improvements and changes.
Document processes to support high quality VAT compliance, e.g., walk-throughs, manuals, aide memoires, flow diagrams; establish methods for monitoring adherence to processes.
Integrate processes into the EMEA Tax management software to enable capture of critical information in the document repository through workflow engines.
Build relationships within the German finance team to identify training needs and arrange/deliver training, including liaising with external consultants.
Act as the main point of contact for VAT matters with the German tax office; lead responses to checks, enquiries, and audits.
Support the broader business with VAT implications of transactions in Germany (procurement contracting, land acquisitions, reorganisations, financings, due diligence, etc.).
Develop a strong working relationship with the Indirect Tax Manager, EMEA (UK) to support broader VAT initiatives and share knowledge.
Coordinate with procurement and delivery teams on transit and import of goods for data centre developments. Willingness to learn about customs is expected.
Travel within EMEA is expected every other month (initially), with monthly in-person contact within the EMEA tax team; occasional travel within Germany to data centre sites may be required but is infrequent.

Note: Given the fast-growth, agile nature of the business, roles may evolve over time, offering variety and opportunities to broaden tax skills, potentially into other jurisdictions.

Job Requirements

Minimum 3 days per week office attendance at our Raunheim offices.
5+ years of experience in VAT compliance and/or advisory, preferably with exposure to large multinational groups. Experience of preparing and submitting VAT returns is critical.
Knowledge of customs clearance processes and cross-border transit of goods is advantageous but not required.
Experience with construction services and imports of goods is beneficial.
Professional qualification(s) in tax/accounting/finance would be beneficial, but not required if sufficient experience is demonstrated.
Good communication and interpersonal skills; business partnering is a key part of the role.
Comfortable working with a high degree of autonomy and ability to meet competing deadlines.
Proficient with Outlook and Microsoft Office.
Willingness to travel as role duties require.
Fluency in English and German is required.
Familiarity with Yardi accounting system is advantageous but not required.

We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We offer an above-market total compensation package, a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits. The company fosters inclusion and equality and values diversity.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Fees will not be paid for candidates submitted without an agreement in place.