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Since 1792 weve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color peoples lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands including Dulux International Sikkens and Interpon is trusted by customers around the globe. Were active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. Its what youd expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company thats dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today while creating an even better tomorrow. Lets paint the future together.
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Our Akzo Nobel GmbH in Cologne is searching for a
Tax Lead DACH (m/f/d)
Lead and inspire the DACH Tax team
Optimize the companys overall tax position in the DACH region
Ensure full and timely compliance with DACH tax requirements including Transfer Pricing requirements
Represent and defend the companys tax interests during audits and interactions with local tax authorities
Maintain constructive relationships with tax authorities
Ensure compliance with the companys Tax Control Framework and support the coordination and execution of global and regional tax processes including Transfer Pricing DAC6 reporting tax planning and tax risk assessments
Provide tax and transfer pricing support for M&A transactions and internal restructurings
Manage the DACH tax budget ensuring both external spend and internal resource costs remain within target
Identify and drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce cost in tax operations
University degree with a focus in Accounting Finance Taxation or Law; a German tax advisor qualification (Steuerberater/in) is considered an advantage
Extensive experience in a senior tax role within a multinational company including leading tax teams
Strong expertise in German tax law including corporate tax VAT and indirect tax accounting
In-depth knowledge of transfer pricing with hands-on experience in German transfer pricing audits and documentation
Demonstrated ability to interact with German tax authorities and manage tax audits (experience with Austrian and Swiss Tax Authorities a plus)
Experience working with SAP; knowledge of HFM is a plus
Strong sense of ownership with the ability to independently manage and prioritize multiple tasks
Proactive mindset with excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
Fluency in both English and German is required
Attractive remuneration
Above-average pension scheme
30 vacation days
External employee counselling on personal and professional issues
The possibility of hybrid working
Direct reporting line to the Groups Head of Tax
We are looking forward to receiving your application in English including your salary expectations and your earliest availability date via our career page.
If you have any questions please contact Maria Botha
At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age or disability.
Requisition ID:46917
Full Time