International Tax Manager - Porto

For a leading client, I am seeking for an "International Tax Manager" for a B2B contract role in Porto, Portugal.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise and review the work of an external VAT service provider, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with local regulations.
Coordinate global VAT filings , registrations, and returns across multiple jurisdictions in collaboration with internal teams and external advisors.
Review VAT calculations, reconciliations, and reports prepared by external providers.
Act as the primary liaison between the company and VAT authorities, external consultants, and auditors.
Monitor changes in international VAT legislation and assess the impact on the company’s operations.
Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and cost optimization in indirect tax compliance.
Partner with legal, finance, and commercial teams to provide VAT guidance on international transactions and business models.
Support internal and external tax audits, assessments, and inquiries .
Maintain and update VAT compliance calendar and ensure deadlines are consistently met.
Document and maintain internal controls and procedures related to VAT compliance.

Qualifications:

5+ years of international indirect tax experience, ideally in both corporate and advisory settings .
5+ years of experience with EU and global VAT regulations .
5+ years of experience managing or supervising external tax providers .
Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and
- solving skills .
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work
- functionally.

Please apply if you are interested and available.