Auto req ID: 23230 
Title: VAT Lead (Remote or Hybrid) 
Job Function: Finance 
Location:  Hybrid or Remote (UK, France, Germany, Netherlands, Czech Republic, Italy, Spain, Austria)
Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company 
Full or Part-Time: Full Time 

At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It’s our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us?

Our International Markets are focused on creating an inclusive and expanding rider community that appeals to new and existing riders. We strive to deliver an H-D experience with an unequivocal customer focus. 

From the UK to Singapore and many places in between, our employees are essential to our success. Our efforts are concentrated on the highest priority markets, primarily North America, Europe and parts of Asia Pacific. We have concentrated our resources in-market for maximum impact in line with our future strategy. Our regional offices and in-market teams have the freedom within a clearly defined framework to make decisions to drive their business. In-market teams are agile and equipped to understand consumer needs, provide focused attention to dealers, and respond more quickly to local market conditions. 

We maximise employee flexibility and well-being through a virtual mindset that supports our highly distributed, global workforce. We take an outcome-focused, people-centered approach to winning, including welcoming the best talent - wherever they may be.

This role is not tightly linked to a physical location and provides flexibility to work in the Country where you reside. We welcome appliations for this role form UK, France, Germany, Netherlands, Czech Republic, Italy, Spain or Austria
 

Job Summary

Joining an extremely dynamic and talented Global Tax Team, we are seeking a VAT Lead (equivalent to Assistant Manager) to assist  in navigating the Harley-Davidson business units through the complexities of the indirect tax world and assisting the Global VAT Manager in various projects. This position will lead all aspects of the Harley-Davidson European e-commerce indirect tax; compliance and planning, including managing the VAT Group compliance returns. The role will in principle, be advisory and project focused.

The ideal candidate should be a self-starter, strategic thinker, great communicator and enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, as well as being comfortable working in a dynamic fast paced environment. Experience with evaluating and testing VAT in new ERP rollouts would be an advantage as Harley-Davidson plans to implement new ERP systems in Europe and Asia over the next few years. 

You will also be required to work closely and to collaborate with the finance and business teams in EMEA, APAC, LATAM and Canada. This position will report directly to the Global VAT Manager and is part of the Harley-Davidson Corporate Tax Department, headquartered in the US. 

Job Responsibilities

•    Assist with the ERP implementation projects and work closely with corporate tax, finance & IT colleagues across different business units and functions. In addition, they will collaborate with  external service providers in designing and setting up VAT reports in the different ERP systems. 
•    Assisting the country finance teams to ensure compliance with any electronic invoicing requirements. 
•    Advising on implementing new VAT processes across the global tax function. 
•    Partner with Procurement to ensure all VAT Deferment and other government regulated programs are in compliance and H-D is mitigating all VAT obligations.
•    Assist in developing policies and procedures, including but not limited to process flow diagrams, and internal controls for all aspects of the indirect tax function.
•    Conduct tax research as required. 
•    Providing guidance to the accounting staff on VAT / GST requirements and changes that may be required to properly account for tax obligations. 
•    Manage the timely preparation of and review for accuracy of the European ecommerce indirect tax and the UK VAT Group returns.
•    Identify indirect tax risks and opportunities and assist in developing mitigation procedures. 
•    Provide guidance for preparation of VAT Compliance related documentation.
•    Provide training and on-going support to finance staff, AP, AR organizations and other internal stakeholders as required. 
•    Assist in managing relationships with tax authorities in respect of VAT, respond to any indirect tax enquiries, coordinate, facilitate and assist in hosting internal and external tax reviews and audits.

Education Requirements

Education Specifications

This position requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent level professional accounting or tax qualification. A master’s degree, or equivalent level professional qualification, in Tax is also a plus.

Experience Requirements

Required

•    Knowledge of SAP.
•    Experience in data management, with an emphasis on advanced Excel skills, is necessary.
•    Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and relevant tax software to perform essential job duties.
•    Minimum of 8 years VAT/GST experience in European &/ Asia Pacific Indirect Tax Matters.
•    Prior VAT/GST experience in a practice setting or as part of an In-House Tax Team.
•    Strong analytical skills with ability to understand complex processes, procedures, and systems.

Preferred

•    Experience with many different ERP accounting systems and any tax engines would be a huge benefit.
•    Fluent in English & another European language would be advantageous.

Harley-Davidson is an equal opportunity employer that continues to build a culture of inclusion, belonging and equity through our commitment to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds. We believe in fairness and providing a level playing field for all. We foster a culture that thrives on diverse perspectives and contributions to ignite the creativity and innovation to fuel our business and enhance the employee and customer experience.

We offer an inclusive compensation package for all salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, employee discounts on motorcycles and related products, general merchandise, and more. We welcome everybody to join our family and be united no matter who you are or where you come from. Learn more about Harley-Davidson (here).

Direct Reports: No 
Travel Required: 0 - 10% 
Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship 
Relocation: This position is not eligible for relocation assistance