About Us:

We are brand builders who focus our passion and creativity to build Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER into the most desirable lifestyle brands in the world and at the same time position PVH as one of the best-performing brand groups in our sector. Guided by our values and enabled by our scale and global reach, we are driving fashion forward for good, as one team with one vision and one plan. That’s the Power of Us, that’s the Power of PVH+.   

One of PVH’s greatest strengths is our people. Our collective desire is to create a workplace environment where every individual is valued, and every voice is heard, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community of associates with a strong sense of belonging. Learn more about Inclusion & Diversity at PVH here.

About the role:

The tax team is part of the finance team based at the HQ in Amsterdam. The team currently consists of 4 FTEs who are responsible for all tax-related matters for Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein in the EMEA territory, such as, but not limited to, corporate income tax, transfer pricing, wage tax, and VAT/indirect tax. This team works closely with other departments like HR, Treasury, Legal, Finance, Technology, etc., and has a close relationship with the finance hubs in Europe.

Many countries are implementing new data submission and electronic auditing requirements and e-invoicing, obligating businesses to keep their tax and financial data systems (multiple enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems) abreast of these new rules on a frequent and ongoing basis. In addition to this changing data digitalization, the rapidly changing PVH business environment requires increasing focus on digitalizing the PVH VAT processes.

What you'll do:

• Supporting, challenging, inspiring, motivating, and coaching the VAT compliance team of the Shared Service Center (SSC);

• Providing technical input to improvement projects related to existing software solutions in the area of digitization, such as ViDa, e-invoicing, and real-time reporting;

• Review the current VAT processes and control framework, and provide ideas on how these can be improved and maintained.

• Monitoring relevant changes in legislation and the compliance landscape, and adjusting our VAT compliance systems and business processes accordingly;

• Ensure accurate and timely preparation, filing, and payment of VAT, ESL/ESPL, Intrastat, SAF-T, and other indirect tax reports across the EMEA region;

• Partner with SSC to provide accurate, reconciled data to our compliance service providers, ensure on-time tax payments, and manage all aspects of VAT accounting.

• Coordinate internal VAT audits with advisory and technology specialists;

• Managing VAT audits by local tax authorities;

• Managing VAT recovery and refund processes concerning foreign invoices and travel/expenses claims;

• Review of AP and AR invoices, detailed review of AR and AP VAT registers;

• Automating policies and processes in the context of the company's growth to mitigate risks and help ensure timely and accurate reporting.

What you'll bring:

The ideal candidate for this position has a bachelor's/university degree in fiscal economics or (indirect) tax law and relevant VAT compliance experience gained in an industry or practice environment (EU VAT knowledge is mandatory).

• 4+ years of indirect tax compliance experience;

• Prior experience with a global tax firm or in-house function with a multinational, working in an indirect tax compliance team.

• Direct experience with automating VAT compliance processes and implementing B2B and B2C reporting solutions is required.

• Prior experience in building robust data analytics using Tableau, PowerBI, or similar for VAT/GST processes;

• Experience with billing/ERP systems, tax engine, and reporting systems, including configurations to ensure appropriate transaction-level reporting;

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to manage processes well;

• Continuous improvement mindset to bring best practices and efficiencies to flex in line with growing digitalization requirements set by local governments and business demands;

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken, other language skills are a plus.

Your Wellbeing is Our Priority

In the heart of Amsterdam, PVH is home to the global headquarters of Tommy Hilfiger and the European offices of Calvin Klein.  

• Wellbeing: exclusive onsite gym and fitness classes, personal training, meditation studio, sports clubs, in-house physio, and receive access to our nutritional and wellbeing programs 

• Campus: extensive food and beverage offerings, top-notch restaurant, barista coffee bars, sky bar, monthly social events, weekly Thursday drinks, game nights, and campus-themed activities that will keep your social life busy 

• Develop your career: whether you lead a team or contribute your own expertise, everyone is a leader at PVH. PVH University curates and delivers training programs for you to continuously develop your professional and personal goals 

• Be at the forefront: stay closely connected to our brands, CALVIN KLEIN and TOMMY HILFIGER, and be a part of seasonal market launches, sample sales and receive employee discounts! 

Check out our Amsterdam Campus here.

PVH Corp. or its subsidiary ("PVH") is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment on the basis of their individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, PVH is also committed to ensuring that all current and future PVH associates are compensated solely on job-related factors such as skill, ability, educational background, work quality, experience and potential.