Country Tax Manager Belgium

Danone; Brussel Hoofdstad; Híbrido; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Danone Belgium seeks a skilled Country Tax Manager to lead Belgian tax compliance and optimize international tax strategies within the Benelux context. Hybrid work arrangement with Brussels office or factory in Wevelgem, occasional visits to Amsterdam/Rijswijk teams.

You will oversee CIT, VAT, withholding tax, transfer pricing, and tax reporting, and advise on restructurings while coordinating audits. 7+ years of tax experience and SAP proficiency are desirable.

Formación

• In-depth knowledge of Belgian and international tax laws and regulations.
• Strong analytical and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Team player with initiative and hands-on approach.
• MS Office proficiency; SAP experience is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee and manage the preparation and timely filing of all Belgian tax returns (CIT, withholding tax, VAT, transfer pricing).
• Prepare and review local transfer pricing documentation to ensure arm's length transactions.
• Manage tax reporting and forecasting, including Pillar II and DAC6 obligations.
• Advise on tax implications of operations, restructurings and value creation opportunities.
• Coordinate tax audits and inquiries with external advisors.
• Stay updated on local and international tax laws and assess impact for Danone.

Conocimientos

Belgian tax laws

International tax

Analytical thinking

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Teamwork

Initiative

MS Office

Educación

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

Herramientas

SAP

Descripción del empleo

About The Job

Danone is a world leading food company committed to excellence and innovation. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Country Tax Manager to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial in ensuring our tax compliance and optimizing our tax strategies within Belgium, yet taking into account Danone's international context.

You will be part of the International Tax Team and will be reporting into the Head of Tax BeNeLux, located in Hoofddorp, The Netherlands. The role will be in principle based in Belgium Flexibility in working location will however be required. Combining hybrid homeworking with working from the Brussels office or at the factory in Wevelgem. Also visiting the corporate tax team in Amsterdam or the BENELUX Finance team in Rijswijk will be necessary once in a while. You will be joining a truly international tax team consisting of corporate tax, transfer pricing and indirect tax specialists and you will be working in a fast-paced global setting. In this role you will regularly collaborate with various Danone stakeholders in Belgium and abroad, as well as external advisors and tax authorities. The role will offer a steep learning curve and opportunities to further grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Tax ComplianceOversee and manage the preparation and timely filing of all Belgian tax returns (corporate income tax, withholding tax, VAT, transfer pricing), ensuring accuracy and adherence to local and international tax laws.
• Transfer Pricing Prepare and review local transfer pricing documentation, ensure that all Belgian transactions are at arm's length and meet transfer pricing (documentation) requirements.
• Tax Reporting Manage the effective tax rate and participate in tax forecasting cycles as well as ensuring reporting obligations under Pillar II notifications, DAC6 are met.
• Tax StrategyAdvise on the tax implications of business operations, restructurings and look for opportunities of value creation ( e.g. tax cash optimization).
• Tax Dispute ManagementCoordinate and manage tax audits and inquiries by the Belgian tax authorities, coordinating external advisors when necessary.
• Regulatory MonitoringStay up to date with local and international tax laws and regulations and assess the impact for Danone.

Qualifications

• EducationBachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Taxation, Finance, Law, or a related field.
• ExperienceMinimum of 7 years of experience in taxation, preferably within a multinational.
• CertificationsCPA, ITAA certified or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
• Skills
• In-depth knowledge of Belgian and international tax laws and regulations
• Strong analytical and strategic planning skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholdersmanagement
• You are a team player who is confident in communicating with others
• You are hands-on and you take initiative and ownership of the job
• Sound knowledge of MS Office (i.e. Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and ERP system (SAP is a big asset)
• Fluent in English and Dutch, both written and verbal. French is an asset
• Proficiency in tax software and Microsoft Office Suite

About us

At Danone, we guarantee that you can simply be yourself. We believe that it's up to you to define the way you work, to develop yourself, to progress. With us, you'll work in an exciting, complex and challenging environment. This is how you will create new opportunities! Join our movement for a more sustainable world. One Planet One Health BY YOU.

all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status