Tax Expert

Virya Energy N.V.; Halle; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Competitive remuneration package

Extra-legal benefits

Job summary

Virya Energy N.V. in Belgium seeks a Tax Expert to shape and strengthen the group’s tax compliance and governance framework, acting as the primary contact for VAT, corporate income tax, transfer pricing, Pillar Two and other tax matters.

You may support M&A tax aspects and tax structuring while collaborating with Legal, Finance and local teams in a cross-functional, international environment. A Belgian work permit is required and English fluency is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or University degree in Tax, Finance, Economics or a related field, ideally complemented by a postgraduate qualification in taxation.
• At least 5 years of relevant tax experience, ideally combining tax consultancy and an in-house environment, with exposure to international taxation.
• Strong background in corporate taxation, preferably in an international context. Experience with transfer pricing is considered a valuable asset.
• Knowledge of Belgian taxation is a plus, in particular experience with areas such as the Belgian investment deduction and R&D incentives.
• You are a collaborative and entrepreneurial team player who also works with a high degree of autonomy and initiative. You enjoy taking ownership and are comfortable combining strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
• You are fluent in English. Knowledge of Dutch and/or French is a strong asset.
• You demonstrate a high level of integrity, discretion, ownership and attention to detail, combined with strong organizational skills and a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset.
• You thrive in a dynamic, international and growing environment, where you can take responsibility, contribute ideas and help further develop the tax function.
• An interest in renewable energy, infrastructure, sustainability and the energy transition is highly valued.
• To be eligible for this role, you reside in Belgium and hold a valid work permit.

Responsibilities

• Provide broad tax support to group entities across direct taxes, transfer pricing, and international taxation, answering business questions with pragmatic and well-founded guidance.
• Analyze the tax impact of business decisions, advise on the best course of action, and support implementation and follow-up to reduce liabilities and manage risk.
• Contribute to key priorities such as Belgian (head-office) tax processes and tax optimization, worldwide tax processes, and transfer pricing support, including audits, compliance, documentation, and policy-related work.
• Support international structuring projects, tax aspects of acquisitions, and selected corporate restructuring topics, including company conversions or mergers where relevant.
• Help develop and document tax compliance processes, transfer pricing procedures, and parts of the tax control framework, ensuring implementation and adherence across the organization.
• Support quarterly and annual tax accounting, including tax provisions, and contribute to tax audit strategies, collaboration with external advisors, and support in administrative or judicial tax defense matters when needed.
• Work closely with Legal, Finance, and local teams in an international, cross-functional environment, taking ownership in an autonomous and hands-on way while balancing operational execution with continuous improvement.

Skills

Fluent English

Autonomy

Ownership

Analytical thinking

Integrity

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s or University degree in Tax, Finance, Economics or related field

Postgraduate qualification in taxation

Job description

Virya Energy, founded in 2019 through the strategic partnership of Colruyt Group and its majority shareholder Korys, is a Belgian pioneer in sustainable energy solutions. Our activities span the complete energy value chain, from renewable energy development in Europe and Asia to energy distribution through DATS 24. Our portfolio encompasses our consolidated wind activities (formerly Eoly in Belgium and Eurowatt in France), solar energy projects and sustainable hydrogen development,

Building on over two decades of wind energy expertise and pioneering work in sustainable hydrogen, we continue to expand our capabilities. At our headquarters, a growing team of professionals drives our development across all renewable energy sectors, delivering tailored energy solutions that accelerate the energy transition.

As Tax Expert of Virya Group, based in Halle, you will play a key role in shaping and strengthening Virya Energy’s tax compliance and tax governance framework. You will act as the primary point of contact for all tax-related matters, including VAT, corporate income tax, transfer pricing, Pillar Two and other relevant tax matters.

In addition, you may be involved in a variety of M&A projects, providing tax support and contributing to the structuring and execution of transactions.

Responsibilities:

• Provide broad tax support to group entities across direct taxes, transfer pricing, and international taxation, answering business questions with pragmatic and well-founded guidance.

• Analyze the tax impact of business decisions, advise on the best course of action, and support implementation and follow-up to reduce liabilities and manage risk.

• Contribute to key priorities such as Belgian (head-office) tax processes and tax optimization, worldwide tax processes, and transfer pricing support, including audits, compliance, documentation, and policy-related work.

• Support international structuring projects, tax aspects of acquisitions, and selected corporate restructuring topics, including company conversions or mergers where relevant.

• Help develop and document tax compliance processes, transfer pricing procedures, and parts of the tax control framework, ensuring implementation and adherence across the organization.

• Support quarterly and annual tax accounting, including tax provisions, and contribute to tax audit strategies, collaboration with external advisors, and support in administrative or judicial tax defense matters when needed.

• Work closely with Legal, Finance, and local teams in an international, cross-functional environment, taking ownership in an autonomous and hands-on way while balancing operational execution with continuous improvement.

• You hold a Bachelor’s or University degree in Tax, Finance, Economics or a related field, ideally complemented by a postgraduate qualification in taxation.

• You have at least 5 years of relevant tax experience, ideally combining experience in tax consultancy and an in-house environment, with exposure to international taxation.

• You have a strong background in corporate taxation, preferably in an international context. Experience with transfer pricing is considered a valuable asset.

• Knowledge of Belgian taxation is a plus, in particular experience with areas such as the Belgian investment deduction and R&D incentives.

• You are a collaborative and entrepreneurial team player who also works with a high degree of autonomy and initiative. You enjoy taking ownership and are comfortable combining strategic thinking with hands-on execution.

• You are fluent in English. Knowledge of Dutch and/or French is a strong asset.

• You demonstrate a high level of integrity, discretion, ownership and attention to detail, combined with strong organizational skills and a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset.

• You thrive in a dynamic, international and growing environment, where you can take responsibility, contribute ideas and help further develop the tax function.

• An interest in renewable energy, infrastructure, sustainability and the energy transition is highly valued.

• To be eligible for this role, you reside in Belgium and hold a valid work permit.

We offer:

• A challenging full-time position with an open-ended employment contract and no consultancy setup, offering genuine opportunities to develop your personal and professional skills.

• A flexible and hybrid way of working, with the possibility to work from home up to 2–3 days per week.

• An attractive and competitive remuneration package, tailored to your experience, skills and achievements, complemented by an extensive range of extra-legal benefits.