Brussels-Based Belgium Tax Leader - Compliance & Strategy

Danone; Brussel; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Danone Belgium is seeking a highly skilled Country Tax Manager to ensure tax compliance and optimize tax strategies within Belgium and in the international context. You will collaborate with stakeholders across Belgium and abroad and report to Head of Tax BeNeLux.

The role requires leadership, deep knowledge of Belgian tax laws, and the ability to manage audits, transfer pricing, VAT, and corporate income tax while staying current with DAC6 and Pillar II.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting, Taxation, Finance, or Law.
• Minimum 7 years of taxation experience in a multinational setting.
• CPA, JD, ITAA or equivalent certifications desirable.
• Fluent in English and Dutch; French is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of Belgian and international tax laws.
• Proficient with MS Office and tax software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation and filing of Belgian tax returns (CIT, withholding tax, VAT, transfer pricing).
• Prepare and review local transfer pricing documentation; ensure arm’s length transactions.
• Manage tax reporting, forecast cycles, and Pillar II/DAC6 obligations.
• Advise on tax implications of operations and restructurings; identify value creation opportunities.
• Coordinate tax audits and inquiries with Belgian authorities; manage external advisors.
• Lead and train teams; act as a business partner and foster continuous learning.
• Stay up to date with local and international tax laws; assess impact.

Skills

Belgian tax law

Analytical skills

Strategic planning

Leadership abilities

Communication skills

Team player

Initiative

MS Office

SAP experience

Tax software

English and Dutch

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting/Taxation/Finance/Law

Tools

SAP

Job description

Danone Belgium is seeking a highly skilled Country Tax Manager to ensure tax compliance and optimize tax strategies within Belgium and in the international context. You will collaborate with stakeholders across Belgium and abroad and report to Head of Tax BeNeLux.

The role requires leadership, deep knowledge of Belgian tax laws, and the ability to manage audits, transfer pricing, VAT, and corporate income tax while staying current with DAC6 and Pillar II.