VAT Compliance Specialist
Hempel · Pune · onsite · Posted 2d ago
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About this role
Are you passionate about indirect taxes and looking for an opportunity to make a real impact in a global organisation Would you like to help shape and strengthen VAT compliance processes across multiple countries while working closely with finance, business, and tax stakeholders At Hempel, we work together to shape our future and support each others growth every step of the way. We are looking for a VAT Compliance Specialist who will play a key role in ensuring high-quality VAT compliance, driving process improvements, and supporting the development of a global VAT Excellence Centre. If youre eager to expand your tax expertise in an international environment, wed love to hear from you.
Are You Ready to Achieve Your Full Potential
As a VAT Compliance Specialist at Hempel, you will become part of Group Tax and join a growing VAT team supporting the business across multiple countries. You will play an important role in ensuring compliance with VAT regulations, strengthening internal controls, and contributing to the continuous improvement of indirect tax processes. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with Finance, IT, Customer Care, and external stakeholders while helping shape the future of VAT compliance at Hempel.
In this role, you will:
- Support the development of Hempels global VAT Excellence Centre and contribute to the continuous improvement of indirect tax processes.
- Assist in the implementation and maintenance of the Global VAT Control Framework.
- Support the implementation and ongoing development of indirect tax compliance tools and systems.
- Prepare indirect tax filings and perform relevant compliance controls.
- Identify opportunities to improve, standardize, and automate VAT-related processes.
- Provide VAT support and guidance to business stakeholders across the organization.
- Support reporting and compliance activities related to other indirect taxes, including customs and excise duties.
- Prepare and review data required for tax filings, audits, and communication with tax authorities.
- Build strong relationships with Finance, IT, Customer Care, and other business functions to ensure effective collaboration and compliance.
- Collaborate with external tax advisors, tax authorities, and other stakeholders to ensure efficient and effective cooperation.
Do You Want to Be Part of a Global Team Where Collaboration Drives Success
We believe great results come from strong partnerships, open communication, and a willingness to support one another. To thrive in this role, you should enjoy working in a collaborative international environment, be eager to learn, and take ownership of your responsibilities. We are looking for someone with a proactive mindset, strong analytical skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality work while continuously improving the way things are done.
To succeed in this role, you will ideally bring:
- Minimum 2 years of experience within Finance, Tax, VAT Compliance, or a related field.
- A university degree in Economics, Tax, Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
- Knowledge of VAT compliance processes, controls, and reporting requirements.
- Understanding of VAT legislation within the EU and/or international environments.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills combined with a high level of attention to detail.
- A proactive, organized, and independent approach to work.
- Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills.
- A customer-focused and service-oriented mindset.
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
Why Join Hempel
This is more than a traditional VAT compliance role. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of a global VAT Excellence Centre, participate in tax transformation initiatives, and work closely with colleagues across multiple countries and business functions. Youll gain broad exposure to indirect tax topics while helping shape the future of VAT compliance at Hempel.
What we offer
- An opportunity to work with VAT and indirect tax processes in a truly global organization.
- Exposure to international tax compliance, automation, and transformation initiatives.
- A collaborative and supportive team culture built on knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
- International working environment with close cooperation across Finance, Tax, IT, and business functions.
- Learning and development opportunities through our internal learning platform.
- Hybrid work model with up to 2 days of home office per week.
- Annual bonus.
- Private healthcare package fully funded by the company.
- Group life insurance.
- Benefits cafeteria, including a co-funded Multisport card.
- Additional paid long holidays.
Ready for Your Next Career Move
If youre looking for an opportunity to grow your tax expertise, contribute to global projects, and make a meaningful impact in an international organization, wed love to hear from you. Submit your CV in English via the application link and join us on our growth journey.
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2026-12-31 Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level Job Functions
Finance Industry
Chemicals
At Hempel, you re welcomed to a global community of +7000 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other.
We re on a mission to double our impact. To succeed, we need bright minds and team players. Which is why, from day one, your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed, but expected. In return, you will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company - and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact.
At Hempel, we are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued and treated equally, in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents, we can achieve great things, together.
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About Hempel
Hempel
Lyngby
DK
About
As a world-leading supplier of trusted coating solutions, Hempel is a global company with strong values, working with customers in the protective, marine, decorative, container and yacht industries. Hempel factories, RD centres and stock points are established in every region. Across the globe, Hempels coatings protect surfaces, structures and equipment. They extend asset lifetimes, reduce maintenance costs and make homes and workplaces safer and more colourful. Hempel was founded in Copenhagen, Denmark in 1915. It is proudly owned by the Hempel Foundation, which ensures a solid economic base for the Hempel Group and supports cultural, social, humanitarian and scientific purposes around the world.
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