VAT Manager – Basel Office

About the role

The VAT Manager will join Viking’s VAT team in Basel, overseeing the group’s indirect tax position across multiple jurisdictions. Reporting to the VP Tax, you will ensure accurate VAT compliance, support period‑end close processes, and contribute to strategic tax projects.

Key responsibilities

• Provide indirect tax advice to business and finance teams and clarify VAT treatment of new transactions.
• Monitor and analyse new VAT/indirect tax legislation, rulings and court cases, proposing strategic actions.
• Manage the VAT compliance process, ensuring timely and accurate filings by the tax accounting team and external advisors.
• Maintain documentation of VAT registration status and filing positions for group entities in various countries.
• Maintain contact with VAT tax authorities and manage VAT audits.
• Partner with the Finance team to administer the period‑end close process and meet relevant deadlines.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors and external tax advisors on ad‑hoc projects.

Required profile

• Certified Swiss tax expert (or equivalent) with a strong VAT technical background.
• Extensive experience in European and international VAT, including compliance processes.
• Demonstrated analytical abilities and a logical approach to problem‑solving.
• Eligibility to work in Switzerland or a valid work permit.

Required skills

• In‑depth knowledge of VAT legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience interacting with tax authorities and handling VAT audits.