Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments.
Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,100 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2023 US Best Managed Company, recognized three years in a row. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com.
Employment Type: Full-time
Contract: Contract of employment (UoP)
Office Location: Giełdowa Street 1, Warsaw (near Rondo Daszyńskiego)
Work Mode: Hybrid (3 days in the office / 2 days remote)
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced indirect tax manager to join our Corporate Finance Team. Reporting to the Associate Director, Indirect Tax, the role will play a crucial role in ensuring the company complies with all indirect tax regulations.
This role is ideal for someone with strong VAT advisory experience, a solid understanding of EU VAT rules, a hands-on approach to managing VAT-related projects and an experienced team manager. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving VAT process improvements, ensuring compliance, and supporting strategic initiatives across the business.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Compliance & Reporting
Manage end‑to‑end VAT compliance, including preparation, review, and filing of VAT returns, EC Sales Lists, Intrastat, SAF‑T, and other local indirect tax filings as applicable.
Ensure timely and accurate VAT reporting across all jurisdictions in scope.
Oversee VAT account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
Technical Advisory
Provide VAT technical advice on business transactions, including cross‑border supplies, supply chain changes, new product launches, and system or process changes.
Interpret and apply VAT legislation, guidance, and case law to business activities.
Support indirect tax aspects of contracts, pricing, and customer/vendor agreements.
Audit & Controversy
Act as the primary point of contact for VAT audits and inquiries from tax authorities.
Coordinate responses to information requests, manage assessments, and support appeals where required.
Partner with external advisors on audits, rulings, and complex technical matters.
Process Improvement & Systems
Drive continuous improvement of VAT processes, controls, and documentation.
Support ERP, tax engine, or digital reporting implementations and enhancements (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Vertex, Avalara).
Ensure compliance with digital VAT requirements such as e‑invoicing and real‑time reporting where applicable.
Business Partnership
Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, IT, and Commercial teams to embed VAT‑compliant processes.
Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on VAT requirements and best practices.
Support M&A activity, including due diligence and post‑integration VAT considerations.
People & Governance
Manage and develop junior team members, if applicable.
Maintain VAT risk assessments, controls, and internal documentation.
Monitor legislative changes and assess business impact.
QUALIFICATIONS
University degree in Tax, Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Solid accounting skill is a big plus.
Minimum 5 years of experience in VAT advisory, preferably also experience as an in-house VAT manager in multinational company
Strong knowledge of EU VAT legislation and compliance frameworks.
Excellent collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Result-oriented with a proactive, can-do mindset.
Strong analytical and communication skills.
Fluent in English; additional European languages are a plus.
Solid knowledge of SAP and tax engine such as Taxmarc is a plus.
Experience of people management
WHAT WE OFFER
Hybrid working schedule
Private medical care by Lux-MED
Life insurance and Travel insurance
Employee retirement plan (PPE) after trial period
Sports card (Multisport) - partially employer-funded
Employee Assistance Program for Employees and Families
How to Apply
Interested? Send us your CV. We look forward to reviewing your application and will reach out if there’s a match to arrange a brief exploratory call. All candidates must be eligible to work in the EU area.
Solenis is proud to be an employer that gives equal consideration to all candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or disability status.
At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.
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