VAT Manager

Il y a 23 heures

Luxembourg Zimmer & Partners SA Temps plein
Position overview We are looking for an experienced, hands-on VAT Manager to take full responsibility for VAT compliance across a varied client portfolio of holding companies, Soparfis, real estate companies and commercial businesses. You will manage VAT files from A to Z and review your own work before filing. You will also prepare Luxembourg corporate income tax (CIT) returns when required. These returns are reviewed and approved by the designated tax reviewer, so you do not carry final responsibility for them.

Key responsibilities
VAT: full ownership
• Manage VAT files from start to finish: review the accounting records, identify VAT issues, prepare the calculations and file the returns;
• Review your own VAT returns and supporting schedules before submission. You are responsible for their accuracy and completeness;
• Prepare and file periodic and annual Luxembourg VAT returns, EC sales listings and other required VAT declarations;
• Handle VAT registrations, amendments and deregistrations with the Administration de l'enregistrement, des domaines et de la TVA (AED);
• Reconcile VAT returns with the accounting records and investigate any discrepancies;
• Determine the VAT treatment of transactions, including place of supply, reverse charge, exemptions, input VAT recovery and pro-rata calculations;
• Manage VAT refund claims, filing and payment deadlines, authority correspondence and requests for information.
• Advise clients on day-to-day VAT matters and support them during VAT audits or enquiries;
• Keep up to date with Luxembourg and EU VAT developments and maintain reliable filing controls. Tax returns:
• preparation Prepare Luxembourg corporate tax returns when required, including CIT and, where applicable, municipal business tax (MBT) and net wealth tax (NWT), together with the supporting schedules;
• Reconcile the returns with the accounting records and annual accounts;
• Submit the completed files to the designated tax reviewer for review and approval before filing;
• Help with follow-up on tax assessments and with responses to the tax authorities, in coordination with the tax reviewer. Profile
• Several years of relevant experience in Luxembourg VAT compliance, ideally in a fiduciary or chartered accountant firm;
• Proven ability to run VAT files independently, from source-document review through self-review and filing;
• Practical experience preparing Luxembourg CIT returns. Experience with MBT and NWT is an advantage;
• Strong knowledge of Luxembourg and EU VAT rules, LuxGAAP and the link between accounting and tax;
• Familiarity with eCDF, MyGuichet and LuxTrust;
• Rigorous, organised and confident taking ownership of client files;
• Fluent English. Strong French is preferred. German and/or Luxembourgish is an advantage.

What we offer
• A varied portfolio of Luxembourg holding companies, Soparfis, real estate companies and commercial businesses;
• Real responsibility and autonomy over VAT, with direct access to the partners;
• Ongoing technical training and professional development;
• Competitive compensation based on experience.

How to apply
Please send your CV and a short cover letter to contact@zimmerpartners.lu. Zimmer & Partners