European Tax Specialist
at BYD EuropeAbout BYD
Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and want to create positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team.
BYD is a leading, high-tech multinational, based in Shenzhen, China. Operates in four core fields of IT, automotive, new energy, and rail transit and employs over 300,000 people worldwide. As a global pioneer in New Energy Solutions BYD is dedicated to building a zero-emission ecosystem.
Position Overview
As a pioneering company in new energy vehicles and battery technologies, BYD is continuously expanding its presence in the European market and enhancing global operational efficiency. We are establishing a European Tax Compliance Center to centralize, standardize, and streamline tax filings across European countries. As a European Tax Specialist , you will be responsible for the end-to-end management of tax compliance processes, coordinating with internal teams, and progressively taking over local tax filing tasks to ensure compliance and support business growth in Europe.
Key Responsibilities
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VAT Compliance & Filing
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Collect and review VAT filing data in accordance with local regulations
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Ensure accurate and timely VAT submissions and documentation across multiple jurisdictions
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Work closely with internal tax team to resolve tax-related issues
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Current primary countries: Germany, Italy, Hungary, Switzerland, Czech Republic
Experience in other European jurisdictions (e.g., France, the Netherlands, Spain, the UK, etc.) is also highly welcomed.
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Tax Compliance & Documentation Management
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Establish and maintain tax records, supporting documentation, and process manuals
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Ensure tax documentation is complete, accurate, and traceable
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Support tax audits, internal reviews, and information requests
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Collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues arising during filing processes
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Support for Other Direct Tax Filings (Progressively Expanded with Business Needs)
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Assist with corporate income tax, local taxes, withholding tax, and other direct tax filings
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Contribute to tax process optimization and system enhancement
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Provide cross-border tax compliance support
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree or above (Taxation, Accounting, or Finance preferred)
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Experience in European VAT compliance
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Fluent English (proficiency in other European languages is a strong advantage)
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with high data accuracy
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Strong communication skills and ability to drive implementation
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Detail-oriented, responsible, and able to manage multiple priorities in a multinational environment
Preferred Skills/Experience
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Experience in direct tax compliance
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Experience in tax advisory firms or multinational corporations
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Knowledge of EU cross-border tax rules and e-filing systems
How to Apply
Please send your CV to: wu.chaoqi@byd.com
Email subject: Application – European Tax Specialist (Country Name) + Your Name
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