Senior VAT Associate

Senior VAT Associate

• Department: Tax
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Location: Msida

Reporting To: Audrey Azzopardi

Description

Why BDO Malta

At BDO Malta, you’ll join a firm where people are trusted with responsibility, encouraged to think critically, and supported as they grow.

As part of the global BDO network, we combine international standards with a locally grounded, client-focused approach, giving you close client interaction, meaningful exposure, and the opportunity to see the real impact of your work.

We are a growing firm in a dynamic business environment, investing in our people and creating opportunities for those who want to develop, contribute, and progress.

Our Culture

Our culture is defined by integrity, accountability, and mutual respect. We trust our people to take ownership, contribute ideas, and collaborate across teams and service lines.

We support continuous learning and development while maintaining high professional standards. As the firm grows, we remain focused on creating an environment where people feel supported, challenged, and motivated to do their best work.

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What You'll Do

• Prepare, review and submit VAT returns;
• Preparing and reviewing VAT recap statements;
• Assisting clients with VAT registrations, de-registrations and ongoing statutory requirements;
• Assisting with the planning and estimates of the VAT work required and becoming involved in planning for more complex clients;
• Assisting with advising clients with respect to Maltese VAT implications and VAT developments;
• Assisting with VAT audits, queries or investigations;
• Liaising with the Malta Tax and Customs Administration on questions of interpretation;
• Assisting in due diligence assignments with respect to the VAT matters;
• Supporting the VAT team to develop new work; and
• Assisting with the preparation of publications.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant VAT experience;
• Masters in Accountancy or fully ACCA-qualified or in the last stage of being fully qualified;
• Ability to work autonomously as well as in a team;
• Be assertive and have an eye for detail;
• Good communication and organisational skills;
• Self-motivated and willing to learn;
• Able to work with strict deadlines;
• Fluent in English.

About us

BDO Malta provides audit, tax, and advisory services to a diverse range of local and international clients. We help organisations navigate complexity, regulatory change, and growth with practical, high-quality solutions grounded in technical expertise and sound professional judgement.

We focus on building lasting client relationships and delivering work that stands up to scrutiny.

What We Offer

We offer an environment where people can build long-term careers through meaningful work, responsibility, and development.

You’ll gain exposure to diverse clients, collaborate across the wider BDO network, and develop through structured learning and on-the-job experience. Progression is based on performance and contribution, supported by open communication and feedback.

Above all, we provide a workplace where people are trusted, supported, and encouraged to grow, professionally and personally, as part of a firm that is building for the future.