Who we are

Etraveli Group is the globally leading company for tech solutions and fulfillment capabilities for online sales of flights. We are here to solve complexity, by connecting millions of flights and travelers across the globe. We hold consumer online travel agency brands like Mytrip, GoToGate & Flight Network and serve exclusively Booking.com with flights. Etraveli Group has also established strategic partnerships with companies like Skyscanner, Google Flights, TUI, etc.

Every day we strive to make the world smaller for our customers and bigger for our people. Our diverse team of more than 2000 passionate professionals is what makes us the industry’s tech wonder and the best in the world at what we do. Our major offices are in Sweden (HQ), Canada, Greece, India, Poland.

With the Greek office being one of the largest, hosting around 530 employees working from the center of Athens for the rest of the world.

Join us and start as Group VAT/TAX Controller in the Finance team!

Position Summary

Working at Etraveli Group means working at an exciting company with grand plans and great expectations. The travel industry is experiencing a data revolution, and you will have the opportunity to become a key player at a company about to take center stage at the global scene. We are looking for a mid - senior member of Etraveli Group working with our Dynamic Global Tax function. The role we are offering includes a professional responsible for the VAT/Tax issues of all our entities and New Legal entities.

We are looking for an ambitious, mid-senior proactive tax employee with medium/ large practice environment (preferably multinational or audit firm) in the VAT area. You should have a strong attention to detail and can demonstrate end to end ownership of complex projects with many stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Play a significant role in the Indirect and Direct Tax awareness and Tax governance of the Group
• Interact with consultants all over the world and monitor the VAT/Tax calculation process of each entity
• Liaising and building relationships with internal VAT compliance providers
• Understanding the reporting requirements, formats and deadlines in each allocated jurisdiction and working consistently to meet these
• Review/ Sign off Indirect tax returns prepared review returns
• Research new & existing legislation and industry trends
• Support in the internalization expansion part of the Group
• Based upon corporate procedures, extracting data from business system (ERP), configuring it to produce the necessary VAT/Tax reporting data and submitting the data to quality control checks
• Ongoing critical appraisal of the compliance process and implementation of new controls or procedures under the supervision of the Head of Group Tax
• Ongoing updating of procedure manuals under the supervision of the VAT Compliance Manager
• Responding effectively to VAT audits and inquiries and preparing voluntary disclosures and appeals as necessary
• Answering basic VAT questions pertaining to the allocated countries

• BSc in Accounting, Economics or Business Administration
• MSc in Economics or Taxation would be consider as an asset
• 5-7 years of working experience in the field of taxation, preferably in a multinational organization or an Audit/Consulting Services company
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in verbal and written English and Greek
• Strong at working with multiple stakeholders and prioritizing numerous concurrent projects
• Excellent knowledge of VAT legislation
• Solid Financial Accounting Knowledge
• Proficiency and experience on MS Excel
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and agile environment
• Excellent analytical skills and critical thinking
• Ability to prioritize well, multi-task and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a multinational team
• Creative problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement attitude
• IFRS knowledge is meritorious

We are looking for people who would make the world smaller for travelers but want a bigger world of opportunities for themselves. With us you can enjoy:

Health Benefits - Through partners, we offer a private health insurance plan. We also offer the possibility to use 2 extra medical leave days in case of need.

Monthly ticket restaurant card - to spend in one of the thousands affiliated restaurants, cafes, stores or supermarkets across Greece.

Hybrid working environment - having the opportunity to work both remotely and at the office enabling you flexibility! #LI-Hybrid

Office in the City – We sit on bright, large floors (over 4000㎡!) in central Athens. Just a short walk from the Ambelokipi Metro station.

Team activities - We also like to schedule company/department/team activities and events outside the office space!

Fun & Work - We have a relaxed work environment where you can enjoy free breakfast, beverages & fruits, playing ping pong or video games.

*If interested, please send your CV in English*

Diversity disclaimer: At Etraveli Group we value diversity; we pride ourselves on being a company represented by people of all different backgrounds. During hiring, we are committed to ensure equality and promote diversity in the workplace at every selection stage. As such, we provide the same opportunities for all candidates regardless of race, religion or belief, gender, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected under any anti-discrimination law or regulation.