Tax Accountant (German market) (m/f/d)

Creation and timely delivery of sales tax pre-registrations, summary reports (ZM) and Intrastat notifications for the respective company, including the timely sales tax payments and the monthly adjustment of the sales tax accounts. Creation of requests for reimbursement of foreign VAT (according to the 8th EU Directive). monitoring and ensuring current knowledge of local sales tax and tax requirements; Coordination with financial authorities on regulatory changes as well as cooperation with external sales tax consultants regarding training and the implementation of new tax requirements in the ERP system and reporting. Support of the European VAT Helpdesk through close cooperation with local finance teams in Europe, including ensuring uniform systems and transparent information flows. Preparation of documents for tax audits and external audits, ensuring compliance with J‐SOX requirements, levying revenue tax payments (excluding income taxes), annual reports and support in establishing the annual accounts. Examination of gifts, business events and other expenses for their tax treatment according to § 37b EStG, ensuring audit-proof documentation and preparing the correct tax and accounting treatment. Monitoring and ensuring compliance with e-invoicing processes in the area of creditors (AP) and debitors (AR), including the control of the document flows between SAP and SDI, and clarification of deviations or rejections. Responsibility for the proper archiving and storage of all AP and AR documents in accordance with legal requirements and internal corporate standards. Support of Manager Finance to ensure continuous compliance with European and German accounting and tax regulations. Participation in the care and development of the internal control system and coordination of internal and external audits. Advising Manager Finance on tax and regulatory changes and support for the continuous optimization of accounting services through automation, innovation and process improvements. Activity as a key user for SAP Finance & Accounting, solution of tax issues and active cooperation in system adjustments and further developments. Continuous monitoring of changes in tax law and deriving corresponding adjustments to ensure compliance.

Complete Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a comparable subject. Multiannual relevant experience in accounting, ideally as a tax or financial accountant, in a complex, international and multi-society European environment, focusing on Germany. Very good knowledge in Excel as well as practical experience with SAP (or a comparable ERP system). Good understanding of flows of goods and services as well as their relevance to the VAT compliance. Experience in implementing sales tax processes is advantageous. Very good knowledge of German in word and writing are absolutely necessary; English skills are required for cooperation in the European environment. Knowledge of German tax law and relevant legal regulations.

What we offer Our Benefits You will benefit from an attractive and flexible Benefits package, including a worker-supported company pension, private health insurance, life insurance, fitness grants, an employee assistance program, employee discounts on Epson and Seiko products and more. Epson also promotes hybrid work and offers at least 25 days a year. Our origins Our goal is to be an indispensable company that is valued worldwide for transparency, customer satisfaction and sustainability. We respect individuality, promote teamwork and create real added value through innovative and creative solutions. Our commitment to the environment Sustainability is an integral part of our action – from the smallest details to our largest production sites. It drives our innovation, our growth, motivates our employees and enables us to make a positive contribution to society. Our employees A healthy corporate culture, strong values, teamwork and the diversity of individual perspectives are crucial for us to achieve excellence together. Our brand Epson has been awarded one of the Top 100 Global Innovator Brands by Clarivate Analytics over the past seven years. Epson is an employer of equal opportunities. We welcome diversity and are actively committed to an inclusive working environment. Applications of people of all protected features are expressly desired. Of course, we offer appropriate support in the application and selection process as well as when starting.

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