Tax and Accounting Specialist

About Samyang EuropeSamyang Europe B.V. is the official European subsidiary of Samyang Foods, a renowned Korean producer of premium dried noodles and iconic K-food products. As the exclusive distributor of Samyang products in Europe, we bring the bold and authentic flavors of Korea to local markets. Our flagship product, the Buldak spicy noodle series, has captivated taste buds worldwide, making Samyang a household name for those who crave intense, unforgettable spice.

Job Overview
We are looking for an accounting professional with solid VAT knowledge to support tax compliance, accounts payable, and month-end closing for our entities in the Netherlands and the UK. You will prepare tax data and filings, review them with the F&A Team Leader, and coordinate with external tax advisors.

With a new European entity planned for 2027, this role also offers the opportunity to develop into a broader tax-focused position.

Responsibilities

Tax

• Prepare VAT returns for the Netherlands and the UK, ICP declarations and CBS statistical reporting, and review them with the F&A Team Leader before filing
• Collect intercompany transaction data for the transfer pricing Local File and coordinate with external advisors
• Prepare corporate income tax workpapers and supporting data for the F&A Team
• Leader's review

Accounts payable

• Process accounts payable for SG&A
• Verify VAT treatment on supplier invoices, including reverse charge and import VAT

Month-end closing

• Prepare AP accruals and tax-related closing entries
• Reconcile VAT and tax accounts
• Perform intercompany reconciliations with HQ and group entities

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Tax
• 2 to 4 years of experience in accounting, including VAT compliance
• Hands-on experience with accounts payable and month-end closing
• Knowledge of EU cross-border VAT; UK VAT experience is a plus
• Working knowledge of SAP or a similar ERP system
• Fluent English, written and spoken
• Accurate, structured and eager to develop tax expertise

Nice to have

• Exposure to transfer pricing or intercompany accounting
• Experience in a manufacturing or distribution company

Benefits

• A salary that ranges between €3,700 and €4,500 gross per month
• Pension plan
• Commuting benefit
• Vitality Benefit (€50 a month)
• Lease Bike Option
• 25 days of paid time off
• Company laptop & phone
• Free Accident & WIA Gap insurance
• Great office location in the centre of Amstelveen
• An international team of highly skilled colleagues
• The opportunity to learn and grow your career in Finance