Tax Manager, EMEA

Our company

Archroma is a global diversified leader in specialty chemicals with operations in 42 countries, including 35 sites, all certified to ISO management system standards. With the industry's broadest product portfolio, we serve many of the worlds top companies in textiles, packaging and paper, paints and coatings. Headquarter in Pratteln, Switzerland, our team of 4000 passionate professionals offers industry-leading expertise in manufacturing, technical support and innovation around the globe.

Archroma is paving the way to a more sustainable future and is recognized as an industry leader in the development and delivery of sustainable solutions by our customer base. We are known for our advancements in processing technologies and for the introduction of innovative tools that further support partners to save resources while improving productivity and efficiency. Archroma operates as two distinct divisions, our Textile Effects division serving the textile industry with innovative and differentiated products and the Packaging Technology division which offers unique, sustainable chemistry to the paper, packaging, construction and paints & coatings industries.

Our people

Our people have a rich tradition of working alongside our customers as long-term partners and trusted advisors, developing tailored solutions that help customers deliver business success. The diversity of our workforce combined with a commitment to a performance-driven and collaborative culture means our people display a passion and commitment to excellence and innovation that is unmatched. Our people create specialized product solutions that deliver unique economic and environmental benefits to our customers which forms the basis of our long-standing customer relationships. Our people are proud to be part of the journey of leading our industry towards a more sustainable future for our customers and 's in our nature

Job Description:

For our Group Function, we are looking for a highly motivated and proactive team member in the function of;

Tax Manager, EMEA

As the Tax Manager for EMEA Region, you act as the expert for all indirect tax (VAT, sales tax, customs) related matters. You provide indirect and direct tax support & advice to all subsidiaries as well as ensure overall VAT and sales tax compliance.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage the accurate and timely filing of tax returns in EMEA region, such as Current Income Tax, Withholding Tax and other relevant taxes.
• Partners with internal stakeholders, such as finance, legal and business units to provide tax advice and support on various business activities, transactions, and projects.
• Supports and reviews tax accounting process during quarter and year end.
• Identify and assess tax risks and opportunities, develops strategies to mitigate risks and effectively manage potential impacts. Creates and implements tax planning strategies that minimize tax obligations while ensuring compliance with local tax laws and regulations throughout EMEA region.
• Oversees tax audits and disputes initiated by tax authorities in EMEA region, responding to inquiries, providing necessary documentation, and negotiating settlements when required.
• Accurately records and controls all tax liabilities in EMEA region, actively managing tax cash positions.
• Ensure Transfer Pricing documentation meets local regulatory requirements and aligns with Global TP manager.

Fosters and maintains relationships with external tax advisors, auditors, and tax authorities.

Profile:

• Master or bachelor's in finance/Accounting or Law. In addition, having a special tax education or is about to obtain such a specialization (i.e. certified tax expert) would be beneficial.
• minimum 5+ yeas of working experience in the area of tax
• Fluency in English
• strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• leadership and project management skills
• Experience working in a multinational company or professional service or advisory firm proficiency in additional languages spoken within EMEA region (nice to have - i.e. Spanish, German)

This is permanent and full-time position to be based in Europe, preferable located in the Frankfurt area or in Pratteln, Switzerland. This position is reporting into Head of Group Tax.

Your application:

If your background and personal experience fits with this profile, please send us your complete application via LinkedIn.