Senior Tax Analyst/Tax Manager EMEA

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colourful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles. We are seeking an experienced Senior Tax Analyst/Tax Manager for the EMEA region to support in direct tax compliance and tax projects for our EMEA region located in our EMEA Headquarter in Basel. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years of experience (Big four history is a plus). A strong German tax background and accounting experiences are required. Key Responsibilities: Ensure accurate and timely filing of tax returns and compliance with local tax laws across EMEA countries, with a particular focus on Germany. Prepare and provide necessary documentation to external tax consultants. Prepare and review tax provisions, deferred tax calculations, and ensure compliance with international tax standards. Work with finance and accounting teams to plan cash taxes and ensure timely payments. Collaborate with global tax and finance teams on different projects. Partner with the EMEA accounting team to streamline tax processes and enhance data accuracy. Coordinate and support in tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities. Analyze and evaluate tax audit impacts to tax positions. Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the company’s operations. Work closely with finance, legal, and operational teams to ensure alignment on tax-related matters and support business initiatives. Continuously seek opportunities to improve tax processes and systems to enhance efficiency and compliance. This role does not have any direct reports at the moment  Requirements: Minimum 4 years of experience, working within a Big Four firm is beneficial. German tax background, German tax advisor exam (Steuerberater) is beneficial. Strong accounting skills and attention to detail. Proficiency in SAP R3. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Hands-on mentality, with a proactive approach to managing tasks and projects. Proficiency in Excel including Pivot Tables, large data sets etc. Languages: German (fluent) / English (fluent). Location: Switzerland (Basel), Germany (Köln, Wuppertal) or Austria (Guntramsdorf) Our Company: Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.  Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.  Our Company: Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles. Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals. 2 - Professionals (EEO-1 Job Categories-United States of America)