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Main purpose of position
Currently we are looking for a Tax Manager in Amsterdam, The Netherlands to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future. As our Tax Manager you will be managing tax structuring, tax controversy, tax compliance and tax accounting for all direct and indirect taxes for various countries.
Main responsibilities
- Develop and implement tax-efficient strategies to support business objectives and minimize tax exposure;
- Provide guidance on the tax implications of business initiatives, mergers, acquisitions, and other transactions;
- Partner with legal and financial teams to optimize organizational structures and cross-border tax arrangements;
- International tax and tax structuring, both with regards to managing tax risks and optimizing returns for existing projects and projects in the development stage;
- Manage tax audits and tax controversy matters, including liaising with tax authorities and external tax advisors;
- Ensure quality of submissions & all timelines are met for all controversy matters, including requests for information, objections, appeals, etc.
- Ensure timely and accurate filing of (local) tax returns, as well as international tax filings (if applicable);
- Maintain compliance with all applicable tax regulations and identify potential risks;
Qualifications and competencies
- Education: Master’s Degree in Tax, Finance, Law, or related field;
- Experience: Minimum 5-7 years of progressive experience in tax compliance, accounting, and structuring, preferably in a large accounting firm, law firm specialised in tax, or corporate tax department;
- Language: fluent both written and spoken in English, other languages can be an advantage;
- Detailed understanding and ability to practically apply international tax concepts;
- Detailed understanding of transfer pricing concepts;
- Detailed understanding of funding instruments, their characteristics and typical tax treatment and pitfalls;
- Solid understanding of VAT and other indirect tax matters;
- Proficiency in tax compliance software and ERP systems;
- Strong understanding of tax regulations;
- Experience in tax controversy, financial models, tax compliance and tax structuring.
Personal characteristics
It is part of every employees’ terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:
- Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way
- Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently
- Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust
- Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude
For the particular role we also expect
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities;
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal;
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across departments.
- High attention to detail and accuracy;
- Proactive approach to identifying and mitigating tax risks;
- Strategic thinker with the ability to align tax strategies with business goals.
We offer
Scatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.
Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.
Applications will be processed on a continuous basis.
