VAT Associate (Europe, Record to Report Team)

At Kellogg Company we have a vision of enriching and delighting the world through foods and brands that matter; with the purpose of nourishing families so that they can flourish and thrive.

Our Vision is to enrich and delight the world through foods and brands that matter.
Driven by our consumers, this is what we aspire to become and want to be on our best day.

Our Purpose is nourishing families so they can flourish and thrive.
This is why Kellogg exists, the role we play in the world and how we deliver our Vision.

Our company is a place where innovation lives on, where we never stop learning and where we’re excited about tomorrow. In 2014, we started an exciting transformation journey towards Global Business Services. GBS is a new global function at Kellogg that is helping to drive growth by simplifying work and innovating processes so that our team worldwide can focus on making and selling great food.

Our GBS Service Centre for Europe is located at Floreasca Business Centre (adjacent to Aurel Vlaicu Metro) and now we want you to join us as we continue our growth in Romania. Be part of a dynamic team, with career progression opportunities.

Grow with us as you work with a progressive, dynamic group of professionals.
At Kellogg's we have a vision of enriching and delighting the world through foods and brands that matter; with the purpose of nourishing families so that they can flourish and thrive.
Our company is a place where innovation lives on, where we never stop learning and where we’re excited about tomorrow. It is this belief that brings us together and sets us apart.
Now we are having new career opportunities in our Global Business Services Centre in Bucharest.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?

The VAT Associate is responsible for performing a diverse set of work activities included in the end-to-end Record to Report (RTR) process. In support of Kellogg’s Global Business Services strategic objectives, the VAT Associate:
Manage the timely and accurate calculation and submission of VAT, Intrastat, EC Sales Listings and other regulatory reporting submissions for Europe
Ensure timely payment and recovery of VAT balances
Interact with and provide VAT support for the relevant local markets/direct tax teams
Reports to: KEU GBS VAT Lead
Supervises: N/A
Internal peer relationships:
Primary relationship is with the Local Business to ensure that VAT is correctly accounted for and reported correctly
Liaise with other team in the Regional Service Centre and Local Markets regarding VAT audits/specific issues.
Liaise with other Kellogg teams including ,Tax & Treasury, Controls and Legal
External relationships:
Build & maintain relationships with BPO
Build & maintain relationships with European tax authorities
Build & maintain relationships with European tax and advisors, third party providers and auditors
This role is part of a team responsible for managing 46 VAT registrations across 18 European countries. This role has significant impact on European Cash Flow. The VAT team manages VAT payable and recoverable balances of approximately €65m per annum
Staff size & operating budget: N/A
Mitigate risk by performing an in-depth review of all returns prepared by BPO. Escalate and remediate material variances between VAT, Intrastat and EC sales declarations.
Avoid fines and penalties by initiating timely payments of VAT and Duty liabilities
Work with local auditors and fiscal authorities to ensure all regulatory reporting queries are answered in a timely manner.
Identify, prioritize, escalate and resolve all issues surrounding VAT.
Prevent misstatement of VAT balances by performing timely reviews of balance sheet reconciliations. Ensure account reconciliations are aligned with best practice guidelines.
Maintain up to date with tax rate changes for designated markets.
Build relationships with the European Tax authorities
Provide excellent customer service to key parties – both internal and external. Attend when necessary monthly SLA calls if any VAT related issues are raised. All issues resolved by due date.
Interact with and provide VAT support for the relevant local markets and Tax teams
Provide cash flow forecasting/budgeting support as required.
Ensure the execution of tasks aligned with SOX controls.
Initiate and support the implementation of process improvements and ad hoc VAT projects as directed by line manager.
Support implementation of improvements for process efficiency, quality and KPIs
Complete other responsibilities as assigned by GBS Leadership

WHAT DO I NEED TO DEMONSTRATE?

Apart from a hunger to learn and succeed in the role, to be considered for this position you must be able to meet the following requirements:

Required:
High School Diploma or equivalent in Economics field
Experience of regulatory reporting, preferably in various European legislations
Fluent in English plus at least one of the following: Spanish, Italian, French, or German
Strong understanding of accounting principles and US GAAP
Ability to work with tight deadlines, attention to details and strong organizational skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Excel – Required; Experience with Word, PowerPoint, and Access - Preferred
Strong communicator – able to participate in meetings, challenge current practice, raise and discuss issues with clarity
Preferred:
University Degree or equivalent
Experience working in a shared services, process driven or service center environment
Expertise in Record to Report function including best practices, technologies, processes, procedures and tools
Training and certification in Six Sigma or LEAN
Experience working for a multinational organization and working with colleagues internationally
SAP ERP knowledge

WHAT ELSE DO I NEED TO KNOW?

By being mindful and committed to W.K. Kellogg's ideals, we uphold our founder’s dedication to people and their well-being. We promote an environment where we can push beyond boundaries and across borders to create foods and brands that help to fuel the best in everyone everywhere.
As our company continues to grow, our people grow with it. Through our values-based culture, we create a stronger future every day — enriching communities and nurturing careers by putting people first in everything we do.
Kellogg's is a great place to work and here are some of the reasons why:
Competitive Salary
Annual Bonus Scheme
Medical Plan
23 days Annual Holiday
Training Opportunities
Global Career Opportunities
Recognition Programme
Flexible Working Arrangements
Lunch Vouchers
Energizing Social Events
Please note that we will only accept applications that are made to us via our Careers site where you will be directed to complete our Global Assessment upon application.
Interviews will consist of a numerical test and language testing.

Please note that the closing date may be subject to change. We will interview suitable candidates as they apply, so please don’t hesitate to take this opportunity to submit your application as soon as possible.
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The Kellogg Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people.