Senior Tax Specialist

About the Role

Our client, a global technology company with operations across Europe, is looking for a German Tax specialist to take ownership of tax compliance and provisions in Germany, with a focus on corporation and trade tax. The role also involves supporting tax planning and reporting under US GAAP in collaboration with local and international teams. This is an excellent opportunity to lead tax initiatives, drive process improvements, and act as a trusted advisor on tax matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of German tax returns and tax provisions for local financial statements (corporation tax and trade tax), working closely with internal accounting teams and external advisors.

• Support tax planning and reporting under US GAAP in coordination with the global tax function.

• Implement local tax strategies and contribute to cross-functional projects.

• Act as the company's representative in tax audits, liaising with external advisors and global teams.

• Identify opportunities to streamline and improve internal tax processes and procedures.

• Serve as the main point of contact for internal teams, external advisors, and auditors on German tax matters.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in business, finance, taxation, or related field, or vocational qualification such as Steuerfachwirt or Bilanzbuchhalter, or equivalent.

• Several years' professional experience in German corporate income tax and trade tax, ideally within an international company or professional services firm.

• Solid understanding of German accounting principles (HGB) and US GAAP.

• Fluent in German and English, both written and spoken.

• Structured, detail-oriented approach, with excellent communication skills, flexibility, and a collaborative mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Successful completion of the German tax advisor exam (Steuerberaterprüfung) is advantageous.

• Experience working in multicultural, cross-functional teams.

What's on Offer

• Permanent, full-time position with hybrid working opportunities.

• Competitive compensation and social benefits, including performance-related bonuses, retirement provisions, healthcare, and employee assistance programs.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• Exposure to an international network and collaborative working environment.