Indirect Tax (EU VAT)- Assistant Manager

Job Designation: Assistant Manager

Location: Kolkata

Department: Tax Team

Job Type: Full-Time Experience Level: 4-6 Years

About BDO EDGE

BDO EDGE India Private Limited is an entity, based in India created through a strategic partnership among BDO member firms: in India, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Germany. It operates independently within the BDO network of accounting and advisory firms, enhancing their combined capabilities and resources.

BDO EDGE (Exceptional Delivery for Global Enterprises) delivers tax, assurance, accounting, outsourcing, advisory, and technology-driven services through highly skilled professionals in India to BDO network firms, their alliance programs and any other certified public accounting firms (CPA firms).

Position Overview

BDO is seeking an Assistant Manager who will lead BDO EDGE’s centralized indirect tax compliance team, overseeing the accurate and timely preparation and filing of VAT/GST returns and related filings across multiple jurisdictions—primarily in Europe and APAC. This role involves managing workflows, driving process consistency, and coordinating with global BDO firms to deliver high-quality compliance services.

Job description

• Lead a team preparing VAT/GST returns, EC Sales Lists, Intrastats, SAF-T, and other jurisdiction-specific filings.

• Oversee data extraction, transformation, review, and e-filing using a standardized compliance platform.

• Liaise directly with BDO member firms to manage workload, resolve queries, and ensure alignment on deadlines.

• Ensure quality control, risk mitigation, and adherence to global standards.

• Supervise team performance and mentor Senior Associates and Associates.

• Collaborate with leadership on system enhancements, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Qualification & Experience

• 4–6 years of indirect tax compliance experience, including VAT/GST return preparation and review (India or international).

• Strong understanding of European VAT regimes (e.g., UK, EU, Norway, Switzerland).

• Proven experience managing teams and coordinating across borders.

• Familiarity with indirect tax compliance platforms (e.g., Fintua, Avalara, Vertex, OneSource) preferred.

• Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with global teams across time zones.

Software

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive).

• Proficiency working with pdf documents.

• Demonstrated experience in indirect tax compliance software (e.g., Fintua, Avalara, Vertex, OneSource).

Benefits

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work with a high-profile client portfolio.

• Leadership and career advancement opportunities.

• Continuous learning and professional development.

• Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.