Herman Miller - Accountant Associate - Europe VAT

Accountant Associate - VAT- EMEA , GL & Month End,

Exp: 4yrs - 6yrs

Notice max 60 days,

Location HM-Bangalore, prefer- local candidates initially

General Purpose:

- As a VAT Associate in a European manufacturing company, you will support the finance and tax teams in ensuring accurate and timely VAT compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

- You will play a key role in preparing VAT returns, supporting audits, and improving indirect tax processes.

Essential Functions:

- Prepare and submit monthly/quarterly VAT returns for European entities.

- Ensure compliance with local VAT regulations and deadlines.

- Handle Intrastat and EC Sales List (ESL) reporting.

- Support internal and external audits.

- Perform pre- and post-submission checks.

- Maintain accurate records and reconciliations of VAT accounts

- Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve accuracy.

- Contribute to VAT-related projects, Prepare and manage VAT declarations across Europe.

- Reconcile the accounts with financial data (GL). Advice on VAT implications of new business activities.

- Handle VAT invoice revisions and credits. Assist clients with VAT compliance across EU Member States.

- Provide advice and dispute management. Assist with registrations, audits, and VAT-related queries

Minimum Requirements:

- Bachelors or Master's degree in Accounting / Finance

- 4-6 years of experience Europe VAT, Accounting GL and Advance Excel

- Experience in BPO/ Shared Service Preferable

Additional Essential Functions:

- Able to communicate effectively at all levels, by telephone and face-to-face.

- Computer skills - MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).

- Flexible to work in shifts as required.

- Good interpersonal skills.

- Positive attitude to change and adaptable to meet new challenges.

- Self-motivated - able to work with minimum supervision.

- Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.

Key Performance Measures:

- Accuracy and quality of transaction processing

- Adherence to timelines

- Internal customer satisfaction