Key Responsibilities:
1) VAT Compliance and Advisory:
- Advise clients on VAT regulations, compliance requirements, and the impact of VAT on their business operations.
- Assist clients in preparing and submitting VAT returns in accordance with local regulations.
- Review and analyze clients’ financial records to ensure accurate VAT reporting.
- Stay up-to-date with changes in VAT legislation and advise clients on any implications.
2) VAT Planning and Optimization:
- Provide tax planning services to minimize clients’ VAT liabilities within legal frameworks.
- Develop and implement VAT strategies tailored to clients’ business models.
- Identify opportunities for VAT recovery and ensure clients are maximizing their VAT credits.
- Conduct VAT audits and assessments to identify potential risks and areas for improvement.
3) Client Management:
- Manage a portfolio of clients, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction.
- Communicate complex VAT concepts and technical issues in a clear, concise manner to clients.
- Address and resolve client queries related to VAT compliance, audits, and disputes.
- Provide training and updates to clients on VAT regulations and compliance processes.
4) VAT Audits and Disputes:
- Represent clients during VAT audits conducted by tax authorities.
- Assist clients in responding to VAT assessments, disputes, and inquiries.
- Prepare and submit appeals or objections on behalf of clients when necessary.
5) Internal Collaboration and Reporting:
- Prepare detailed reports and presentations on VAT-related issues for internal and client meetings.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and local tax laws in all client engagements.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Professional tax qualifications (e.g., CTА, АССА, CPA) are highly desirable.
- Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in tax consulting, with a focus on VAT.
- Strong understanding of VAT laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
- Proven track record in managing client portfolios and delivering effective VAT strategies.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple clients simultaneously.
- Proficiency in tax software and MS Office, particularly Excel.