* Serve as the primary contact for tax matters within the region, providing ongoing advice to the business, working closely with the Finance team and external advisors.
* Ensure full compliance with all tax obligations, including :
* VAT returns, Intrastat reporting, reconciliation of tax payments
* Review of corporate income tax returns prepared by external providers
* Handling other relevant tax topics : local taxes, energy taxes etc.
* Prepare monthly income tax accruals and other tax accounting entries for reporting purposes.
* Actively participate in the preparation and filing of annual financial statements, including shareholder resolutions and statutory publications.
* Support external auditors and internal auditors on tax-related topics.
* Oversee transfer pricing documentation, reporting and monitoring, as well as business model reviews and support on M&A transactions.
* Act as the main contact point for tax audits and manage communications with tax authorities.
* Provide regular update and follow-up to the European Tax Director on key tax matters, risks, and ongoing projects.
* Contribute to the implementation of SAP S / 4HANA for tax-related processes.
* Support tax strategy and process improvement projects in collaboration with Finance teams and European Tax Director.
* Successfully completed university studies in economics or law with a focus on taxes, alternatively successfully completed training as a tax clerk with further training as a tax specialist or comparable qualification
* 7+ years of professional experience in tax within an international environment, preferably in the manufacturing industry.
* Strong knowledge of German and international tax regulations, with proven experience in transfer pricing.
* Experience in M&A transactions is highly desirable.
* Fluent in German and English (minimum C1).
* Proficient in Excel and experience working with SAP.
* Solid understanding of energy taxes, customs matters, and tax reporting tools (, ELSTER).
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently with both internal and external stakeholders.
* Strong analytical skills and critical thinking.
* Self-motivated, with a practical mindset and capable of working autonomously.
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