VAT Compliance Specialist

Come Innovate Motion with Us

Interested in international VAT compliance across Europe?

At Johnson Electric, our Tax team supports a complex international manufacturing business operating across multiple European countries. From VAT reporting and compliance to process improvements, automation projects, and collaboration with finance teams across the region, VAT plays a critical role in ensuring our business operates efficiently and compliantly.

We are currently looking for a VAT Compliance Specialist to join our Tax team in our Hungarian finance hub. If you enjoy combining tax expertise with process improvement, international collaboration, and hands-on problem solving, this role offers excellent exposure to a broad range of indirect tax topics in a truly global environment.

The position is based in Hatvan, Hungary, with a hybrid working model.

Your responsibilities will be to:

• Ensure VAT, EC sales and Intrastat transactional compliance and reporting
• Prepare VAT returns filling in various jurisdictions in a timely manner
• Support automation and improvements of accounting / booking processes from the perspective of tax requirements
• Collaborate with other teams to ensure that VAT related master data is managed properly
• Assist in implementation of VAT related legal requirements
• Create and update the invoice settings in the ERP system
• Complete the VAT balance sheet account reconciliations and other VAT related accounting tasks
• Identify and improve efficiency in indirect tax compliance tasks
• Assist internal and external stakeholders in daily VAT matters
• Assist ad hoc tax audits in various European countries

Our requirements:

• Degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting or a related field
• 2–4 years of experience in Finance
• Solid knowledge of VAT compliance rules and related accounting aspects
• Full professional proficiency in English – other foreign language is an advantage
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong Excel skills (functions, pivot tables, data analysis)
• Ownership mindset with a proactive, execution-focused approach
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural, international environment
• High attention to detail and accuracy

What we offer:

• Attractive remuneration; top-industry compensation and benefits package
• Hybrid working model for work-life balance with working from hope 2 days per week
• An independent, impactful role where your contributions drive business success.
• Highly motivated team with a strong team spirit and an openness for flexible and agile working
• A truly international work context with exciting opportunities for growth

Location: Hatvan, Hungary

Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.