Indirect Tax Specialist

Indirect Tax Specialist - DACH & UKIE (f/m/d)

Are you a communicative, change-oriented and service-minded indirect tax expert with strong business acumen? Then we might have the opportunity just for you We offer an important advisory role where you will develop and grow in the middle of an inspiring digital transformation. Join us on our journey as we are breaking barriers to well-being.

About the role

We are looking for a dedicated and team-oriented new colleague to join our Tax Services team, which is characterized by a strong sense of commitment - towards the tasks, the business and the team. The team is operationally responsible for tax services within Essity and collaborates with Group Taxes to make sure our global strategic tax framework is implemented.

Located in Mannheim, we offer you to be part of an international business setting with many contacts across different functions, units and countries. You can also be located in our other offices in Germany, (Ismaning or Hamburg) if preferred. The Tax Services team is spread over many geographies and you will report to the Tax Services Manager located in UK.

We’re looking for people who embody our values, aren’t afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment and move at a fast pace. We’re always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we’d love to talk.

What you will do

As our Indirect Tax Specialist you will be the go-to person for the DACH, UK and Ireland cluster of countries with the purpose to provide advice and ensure compliance, efficiency and value-creation.

Tasks include, but are not limited to:
- Proactively manage indirect tax matters and questions for the cluster, analyze transactions/contracts/supply chains/etc. and identify and deal with indirect tax risks and opportunities- Monitor and analyze changes in country indirect tax laws, regulations and case law in order to secure that appropriate and timely actions are taken- Manage indirect tax audits and disputes for the entities in the cluster and be the contact person towards tax authority in relation to indirect tax matters, e.g. inquiries, writing disclosures etc.- Write and maintain needed cluster indirect tax instructions, guidelines etc. and develop and perform needed indirect tax trainings for relevant stakeholders

Who you are

To be successful in the role you need to be organized by nature, analytical and operate with a problem-solving and service-minded approach, embracing change and dealing with ambiguity and complexity. Since you will be taking on an advisory role with stakeholders at different levels, we believe you are an excellent communicator with the ability to put content into context and convey your expert knowledge in a clear and simple way. While thriving in an environment where you work independently and rely on your expertise, you equally enjoy exploring synergies in working together, supporting colleagues and stakeholders across functions and geographies. You build relationships based on trust, integrity and respect and can advise, coach and inspire people around you.

You have:
- 5+ years of relevant working experience within indirect taxes from an international trade context or consultancy business- In-depth knowledge of European Indirect Tax laws and regulations- University degree in Law, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or equivalent relevant area- Excellent communication and presentation skills in written and spoken English- Digital savviness and experience of SAP is an advantage- Experience of project management is also beneficial- Ability to travel when circumstances allow

What We Can Offer You

At Essity, we believe every career is as unique as the individual and empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.

Collaborative and Caring Culture | Empowerment & Engaged People | Work with Impact and A Powerful Purpose | Individual Learning & Career Growth | Health & Safety Priority | Sustainable Value Together| Innovation| Sustainable Working Life | Total Reward

Together, we are improving lives, every day.

Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being.

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