VAT Accounting Specialist - French Speaker

Your role: As VAT Accounting Specialist you are responsible for preparing and submitting the periodic VAT returns of various Merck companies, mainly located within Europe, as well as all related reporting such as EC Sales Lists, Intrastat etc. You handle all correspondence related to the various VAT registrations, including any foreign VAT registrations. In addition, you support the global service center and local tax departments by advising on VAT related matters, identifying systems changes needed to remain VAT compliant, providing training and supporting project teams.

Who you are:

• VAT knowledge to the level of Bachelor degree (business related)
• Business qualification or significant VAT compliance experience
• Deep knowledge of French VAT regulations
• Experience of VAT functionality within SAP R3 and Microsoft Office
• The ability to work independently and a “can-do” attitude, whilst keeping the goals of the team in mind
• Fluent English and very good/fluent French

What we offer: At Merck, there are always opportunities to break new ground. We empower you to fulfil your ambitions, and our diverse businesses offer various career moves to seek new horizons. We trust you with responsibility early on and support you to draw your own career map that is responsive to your aspirations and priorities in life. Join us and bring your curiosity to life!

Additionally, we offer: interesting and challenging work across multiple countries; possibility of work in international projects; personal development opportunities; great team atmosphere; flexible working hours competitive benefit package including: medical care, life Insurance, Multisport card, Empik pre-paid cards, cinema tickets, Lunch Pass card, vouchers, access to discounts & promotions.