Tax Specialist (Europe)

About the Position

Tax Specialist (Europe)

We are looking for a Tax Specialist to join our team in Europe. Ensure accurate, compliant, and timely filing of income tax and VAT returns for European and other global entities. Coordinate with external tax advisors to ensure compliance with local tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate, compliant, and timely filing of income tax and VAT returns for European and other global entities.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors to ensure compliance with local tax regulations.
• Assist with tax audits and respond to inquiries from the tax authorities.
• Review/prepare quarterly tax reporting under IAS 12.
• Provide regular updates and reports to the Head Global Tax on the status of tax compliance and planning initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with the Head Global Tax to align European tax strategies with global tax objectives and contribute to various global projects (e.g., BEPS Pillar Two, tax accounting, VAT/GST compliance).

Requirements

• Qualifications as a certified tax specialist.
• Minimum of 3-5 years professional experience in a tax consulting firm and/or in a similar in-house tax position in a multinational environment.
• Sound knowledge of German tax law, regulations, and guidelines.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to details.
• Sound understanding of accounting principles.

Nice to Have

• User experience in SAP FI.
• Knowledge in UK RDEC Claims.
• Experience in the area of tax accounting IAS 12.
• German language skills.

We Offer

• Hybrid and flexible working options to maintain work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work closely with some of the world’s leading financial institutions.
• Collaborative, supportive, and flexible work environment.

About the Company

Founded and headquartered in Switzerland, Avaloq is continuously expanding its global footprint with around 2,500 colleagues in 10 countries, and more than 170 clients in 35 countries. We are an industry-leading provider of wealth management technology and services for financial institutions around the world, including private banks and wealth managers, investment managers, as well as retail and neo banks. Our research-led approach and continual innovation is powered by the passion and creativity of our colleagues.

We are always looking for talented people to join us on our mission to orchestrate the financial ecosystem and democratize access to wealth management. Avaloq offers the opportunity to work closely with some of the world’s leading financial institutions as we jointly develop and shape careers. Championing a collaborative, supportive, and flexible work environment empowers our colleagues to reach their full potential.

We embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an equal opportunity environment and inclusive culture where you can be your true authentic self. We hire, compensate, and promote regardless of origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other fantastic traits that make us all unique.

Note: We will not accept speculative CV submissions for any of our roles from recruitment agencies, and any unsolicited candidate submissions will be exempt from any payment expectations.