Manager Personal Income Tax Compliance

EY; Diegem; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EY Family

Company car & benefits

Mobility budget

Flexible hours & WFH

Learning & development

AI training

Team events

Diversity & Inclusion

Job summary

EY is seeking a Junior Personal Income Tax Manager to join our Global Mobility Tax team in Belgium. You will support multinational clients with Belgian income tax compliance, payroll set‑ups, and cross‑border employment issues, while coaching junior staff and driving process improvements.

This role offers hybrid working arrangements and exposure to diverse international assignments. Applicants should hold a Master’s degree or related discipline, have about 5 years of relevant experience, and be

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or bachelor’s degree as listed in the profile.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Handle Belgian and international personal income tax compliance for clients and their employees.
• Advise on cross-border employment and Belgian/international tax implications.
• Own day-to-day deliverables and apply in-depth knowledge to resident and non-resident tax returns.
• Prepare tax equalization calculations and advise on special tax concessions.
• Set up payroll for international clients and provide related consultation.
• Coach and oversee junior/senior team members and ensure timely, quality delivery.
• Drive process improvements and automation within the tax compliance workflows.
• Collaborate with HR, immigration, and tax advisory teams to deliver a full service package.

Skills

English

Dutch/French

Microsoft Excel

Education

Master’s degree in Law / Economics / Commercial Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Are you passionate about international tax law and eager to provide strategic guidance to global companies? Do you have an analytical mind and a knack for numbers? Do you welcome the opportunity to engage with clients and help them navigate the complexities of global mobility? Then join our Global Mobility Tax team focusing on tax compliance!

Join us to expand your skills and learn about all aspects of Personal Income Tax. We’ll provide the global scale, personal support, inclusive culture and technology to help you grow, lead and learn. We are proud that we’ve built a workplace where people can flourish, develop and be happy. At EY you will be empowered to take responsibility and encouraged to seize opportunities to grow your expertise and your career.

Our diverse client base spans multiple sectors, including transport, logistics, manufacturing, oil & gas, pharma, retail, service providers, etc. ensuring that your experience is both broad and rich.

The opportunity: your next adventure awaits?

We assist multinational companies move talent across the globe. The world is a small village nowadays and the right talent should be able to work where needed. As a team we are ensuring that mobile workforce can do their job without worrying about fiscal & payroll constraints. International companies can benefit from the state of the art advise of experienced Global Mobility experts to facilitate foreign assignments and contain associated costs.

We are looking for a Junior Personal Income Tax manager in our managed services team focusing on Compliance to work in one of our offices inDiegem, Antwerp, Ghent or Hasselt.

Your key responsibilities

• You will work for clients and their employees on a daily basis in an international environment to comply with all relevant Belgian tax compliance obligations such as income tax returns, payrolls and communication with the Belgian tax authorities.
• You will notably assist them with:
• Cross border employment situations and Belgian/international tax implications.
• Ownership of day-to-day deliverables to your clients, able to apply in depth knowledge of your files with respect to:
• Belgian resident and non-resident tax returns.
• Review of tax bills, prepare tax equalization calculations and apply for special tax concession.
• The set-up of the payroll for these international clients and related consultation.
• As a Junior Manager, you will guide and coach team members. This involves providing mentorship, sharing knowledge, giving trainings and helping them develop their skills.
• You will oversee the work of junior and senior consultant team members and ensure that tasks are completed in alignment with project timelines and objectives.
• You will drive a process-driven approach, ensuring that established processes are followed to maintain consistency and quality in the services you sign-off on and deliver.
• You will actively participate in reviewing and enhancing operation efficiency through the implementation of automation and process improvement initiatives. Meaning, you will participate in identifying areas where processes can be streamlined and where automation can be introduced to improve productivity.
• You will interact and closely work with other teams within our department in order to provide the client the full package of personal income tax (HR legal team, Personal income tax advisory team, immigration). You will work as one team, share responsibility and engage to get the extra mile towards your client portfolio.

Your Profile

• You completed a Master’s degree in Law, (Applied) Economics or Commercial Sciences or a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or accountancy/tax.
• You have minimum 5 years relevant experience in a similar position.
• Y ou have a profound knowledge and interest in personal income tax/individual tax matters.
• You have good verbal and written skills in Dutch or French and in English.
• You are eager to progress: self-knowledge and self-development are important for you.
• You like to communicate. You are not shy to engage in client relationships and have great writing skills.
• You are eager to work as a team player and at the same time find independence.
• You have a proficient knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

What’s In It For You

• EY Family– you become part of the EY Family providing you with all the necessary skills, training and opportunities; enabling you to grow to your fullest potential.
• Attractive remuneration package- We offer an attractive remuneration package; including a company car and charging card, iPhone plus subscription, health insurance, pension plan, meal vouchers, and eco vouchers. Thanks to our flex plan it is possible to choose what you value most.
• Mobility package- You’ll be able to opt-in for the mobility budget. In return for giving up your (right to a) company car, you’ll receive a monthly budget from EY as compensation. This budget will allow you to use your employer-provided compensation for alternative transportation means or similar benefits, incl. reimbursement of housing costs (on condition you live within 10km of your main place of employment).
• Flexible working arrangements- We are proud of our flexible working arrangements. We will actively support you in building a successful career and delivering excellent client service without sacrificing your personal priorities. We offer flexible working hours and working from home multiple days per week is possible.
• Inspiring work environment- At EY we are dedicated to providing you with an inspiring work environment. A work environment that allows you to further develop your skills and enables you to fulfill your true potential.
• Learning & personal growth- You will benefit from an onboarding program, receive extensive training and will be coached by a counselor. We offer a clear career path tailored to your unique skills with necessary guidance.
• Artificial Intelligence– stay up to date with the latest AI trends through our extensive training opportunities and integrated AI systems. You’ll learn how to leverage AI in a smart and efficient way in your day-to-day work, while developing skills to identify, quantify and track value creation when integrating AI into client environments.
• Fun- By joining our EY- teams, you can participate in team activities, and companywide events and enjoy a drink during our monthly after-work drink.
• Sustainability- We have a fleet of hybrid and electric cars. Our flex plan makes it possible for you to choose the most sustainable option for you. You can also opt for a train subscription or lease a bike.
• Diversity & Inclusion- At EY we are passionate about the inclusion and support of individuals of all groups; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or disability status.
• Location- All of our offices are easily accessible by public transport and/or by car and have parking space. They all have parking spaces and charging stations are provided.

Here at EY, you’ll have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. We’ll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our coaching and training programs, you’ll develop the skillsets you need to stay relevant today and in the future – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.

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