VAT Specialist

Our purpose at Goodyear is to build trust and to create an environment where associates are inspired by work. We believe in our people and we embrace change in order to engage and enable associates to realize their full potential.

If you want to be part of a great team, based in Bucharest, to work in a fast paced, world class organization, then you are in the right place because we have the perfect job for you!
You can count on our flexible working hours and work from home benefits.

Just apply and let’s meet to discuss more about what we could offer you more and about your career opportunities!


Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 72,000 people and manufactures its products in 55 facilities in 23 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry.

In Romania, Goodyear Dunlop has been present since 1999 and it is represented by two different legal entities, Goodyear Dunlop Tires (Sales Office) and Goodyear Operations.

Goodyear Operations Romania is the Global Business Services Center of Goodyear Dunlop EMEA. The GBS Center in Bucharest started back in July 2011. The core mission of the Center has always been to provide internal customer satisfaction with the shared responsibility of delivery - Driving performance as ONE TEAM.

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Diploma holder who is currently pursuing professional qualifications;
Previous VAT advice and compliance experience in a multinational company/advisory firm;
2-4 years’ experience in Romanian VAT reporting and advice;
Previous experience with ERP system;
Experience with EU VAT;
Strong communication skills;
Competency with computer systems: database, spreadsheet, ERP-based financial system (SAP preferred);
Ability to comprehend and communicate financial information to various audiences;
Strong Microsoft Excel and Word skills;
Demonstrate high reliability and self-motivation;
Drive accountability and results;
Fluent in English, spoken and written;
Analysis skills.

Communication with our external provider, as well as with AP, AR and Business departments.
Review of VAT related entries and provide support to our external services provider in relation to VAT data required for returns preparation;
Review of VAT returns/ECSL/ECPL (and other relevant filings) prepared by the external partner and verify the questioned transactions. Ensure compliance with EU and local tax laws and regulations.
Review of the Intrastat declarations for several several GY entities in Europe;
Providing consulting advice to Business departments and handling fiscal reports;
Consolidating own VAT expertise by being involved in complex consultancy projects, including contract analysis from VAT perspectives;
Take ownership of the content and maintenance of tax relevant setups in SAP (tax codes, VAT settings) in response to Goodyear and Indirect tax changes ;
Being involved in trainings and presentations to junior staff and to AP and AR departments;
Coaching and evaluating junior staff.