Job Description

Work Your Magic with us!

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Your Role
In your role as a Senior VAT Expert, you will drive indirect tax compliance and advisory activities across the European Union. You will prepare, submit, and review periodic VAT returns alongside required reporting like EC Sales Lists and Intrastat. Working closely with our global service center, you will provide strategic VAT advice, identify necessary system changes, and deliver internal training. You will lead or support key ERP and financial transformation projects to maximize outcomes. This position offers fantastic opportunities for professional growth as you champion operational standards within an international, collaborative environment.

Who you are:

• At least 5–10 years of experience in finance with a strong focus on indirect taxation within a global corporate environment or an international professional service provider.
• Academic degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field; a certified tax advisor qualification is highly desirable.
• Profound knowledge of EU indirect tax compliance, VAT accounting principles, and the ability to manage end-to-end VAT registration services.
• Strong hands-on experience with SAP (R3 and S/4 HANA) for checking individual transactions, reporting, and automated tax determination processes.
• Proven track record leading or supporting complex ERP deployments, financial transformations, or system optimization projects.
• Experience working within a Shared Service organization, featuring solid skills in establishing service standards and driving process governance.
• Advanced Excel capabilities matched with top-tier analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent English communication and presentation skills, combined with a collaborative, proactive "can-do" attitude

YOUR MAIN BENEFITS:

• Health and well-being: Get access to private medical care, life insurance, and sports card, receive a prepaid lunch card
• Work-Life balance: Enjoy additional paid days off, flexible working hours, and a hybrid working model.
• Learning and Development: Take advantage of co-financing for language courses, trainings, and certifications as well as other development opportunities
• Employee support and engagement: Benefit from Employee Assistance Program and join employee engagement groups for support and connection.

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!