At Ecolab we are looking for a Senior Tax Accountant – VAT to join our European Tax team in Hungary. In this role, you will support VAT compliance and reporting activities across 23 European countries, ensuring accurate and timely reporting while collaborating closely with the Shared Service Center and other Finance and Tax stakeholders. This is a senior individual contributor position with a high level of ownership and independence, offering the opportunity to further develop your expertise in an international VAT environment. What You Will Do Support the preparation of VAT returns, Intrastat and ESL reporting across 23 European countries. Download and analyze reports from SAP related to VAT returns and Intrastat reporting. Prepare standardized and automated VAT return files and organize data according to country-specific requirements. Ensure tax reporting is completed accurately and on time, with appropriate documentation and record retention. Collaborate with the Shared Service Center to ensure the accuracy of VAT accounting records, including sub-ledger accounts, general ledger, balance sheet and P&L. Perform and support monthly VAT account reconciliations. Proactively identify and communicate discrepancies, risks or issues. Independently plan, organize and manage activities within your area of responsibility. Provide guidance and support to less experienced Tax colleagues when needed. What We Are Looking For Degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax or a related field. Approximately 5–7 years of relevant tax experience, with at least 3 years of solid VAT exposure. Good understanding of VAT compliance and reporting, ideally within a European or multi-country environment. Experience working with SAP. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Ability to independently manage deadlines and priorities. Proactive approach and confidence in raising issues when needed. Strong team orientation and ability to collaborate across functions. Good English communication skills. Nice to Have German language skills. Knowledge and experience of German, Italian, Swiss and/or UK VAT. Previous experience within a multinational company or Shared Service environment. Interest in continued professional development and potential future leadership opportunities. Working Model The position is based in Hungary and offers a primarily remote working model, with occasional attendance at the Budapest office. What We Offer Exposure to European VAT compliance across 23 countries. An international and collaborative Tax environment. A high level of ownership and independence. Professional development and future growth opportunities. Flexible working arrangements. Competitive compensation, including eligibility for an annual bonus and cafeteria benefits. At Ecolab, we are committed to making the world cleaner, safer and healthier. As a global leader in water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services, we work every day to protect the resources vital to life and create a positive impact for our customers, communities and the planet. Together, we make the world better. #li-eu A trusted partner at nearly three million customer locations, Ecolab (NYSE:ECL) is a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resources vital to life. Building on a century of innovation, with an annual sales of $15 billion and more than 48,000 associates, Ecolab delivers comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world. When you come to work at Ecolab, you get to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges and have the opportunity to learn and grow, shape your career, make an impact and quickly see the importance of your work.   For more Ecolab news and information, visit www.ecolab.com.

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