Junior VAT Consultants

Who we are ?

Our company is a highly regarded tax consultancy. Its 12 advisers help their clients to find their way through the maze of national and international indirect taxation: VAT consultancy, assistance with tax disputes, help in setting up technological tools (e-invoicing, platform, etc.), management of their obligations (VAT returns, etc.) throughout Europe, etc. Its clients range from the largest international companies to technology firms, not-for-profit organisations and public bodies.

What we are looking for ?

Our human-sized company, which has been active on the Belgian and international markets for over 25 years, is continuing to grow. We are currently looking for a number of people to support us in our ongoing economic development and assist us in our digital transformation: VAT consultations, management of a portfolio of Belgian and international clients, writing articles for the blog, 2.0. marketing and communication, etc.

In short, a varied job in an ultra-professional environment. You'll have plenty of responsibility, but also plenty of challenges.

Initial experience is not essential for the "Junior VAT Associate" position. You come to us with your drive and your desire to learn. In return, we'll train you for the job of the future.

What we offer ?

• Personal development under the guidance of our mentors;
• A flat organisation on a human scale;
• An exciting job;
• A working environment where everyone feels respected, valued and free to be themselves;
• An attractive salary package

Our coworking offices are located in the famous historic Shell building opposite Brussels Central Station.

Who you are ?

• You have a university degree, preferably in Political Sciences;, Economics or Law;
• You have an interest in taxation and a skill for writing;
• You like to be in contacts with customers
• You are tidy and rigorous;
• You are fluent in French and English (knowledge of an additional European language would be an asset).

You recognise yourself ? We will be happy to receive your motivation letter together with your curriculum vitae.

Job Description

The core of the job (60% of the time) will consist of managing a portfolio of +/- 50 international clients:

• Managing the client's VAT registrations abroad
• Preparation and filing of VAT accounting journals
• Preparing and filing VAT returns
• Answering questions from clients and tax authorities
• Drafting VAT opinions and advice that help customers in their projects
• Designing customized and innovative VAT solutions for customers

The management of the client portfolio will be supervised by our mentors and autonomy will be gradually acquired. Ultimately, the candidate should be able to work independently and contribute ideas for improving the customer experience.

The other responsibilities (40% of the time) can be chosen according to the interests of each candidate:

1.Marketing & Communication

• Website management (via WordPress): content, visitor experience, design, SEO, etc.
• Content marketing: what type of content for what medium, creation of funnels, etc.
• Newsletter and ebook management: content, design, targets, etc.
• Marketing automation (via Activecampaign)

2.Sales

• Analysis of website visitor behaviour
• Follow-up of leads and opportunities
• Management of price offers

3. Knowledge sharing

• Monitoring VAT news to feed our websites and newsletters
• Active management of the online library (via SharePoint)
• Drafting newsletters
• Creation of visual PowerPoint presentations

4.Miscellaneous:

• Management and coordination of internal projects.
• Business analysis: creation of reports and dashboards
• Application management (Salesforce.com, Active Campaign, WordPress, etc.)
• Creation of Excel tools to automate recurring tasks.