Head of Tax

Roman Health Pharmacy LLC; München; Hybrid; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading health technology firm in Germany is seeking a Head of Tax to oversee their global tax strategy and compliance. The ideal candidate should have over 7 years of senior-level tax experience, possess deep knowledge of international tax laws, and demonstrate strong leadership abilities. This hybrid role promotes work-life balance, offering a structured work environment alongside opportunities for professional growth and development.

Leistungen

Hybrid working arrangement

€1,000 annual professional development budget

Comprehensive insurance offerings

Enhanced family leave

Gym membership support

Mental health platform access

Pet-friendly office environment

Qualifikationen

• 7+ years in a senior tax leadership role.
• Deep knowledge of international tax law including transfer pricing.
• Fluency in German and English.

Aufgaben

• Lead Global Tax Function overseeing direct and indirect tax matters.
• Drive and implement international tax strategies.
• Manage compliance with local and international tax laws.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Tax Strategy

Compliance Knowledge

Ausbildung

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Law

Professional tax advisor qualification (e.g., Steuerberater, CPA)

Jobbeschreibung

At PPRO, our mission is to simplify access to local payment methods and our vision is to enable the sale of goods and services to anyone in the world using their preferred way to pay. We empower partners such as Ant Group, PayPal and Stripe to access new markets, connect with more customers, and accelerate their growth.

Our strength lies in our diverse global team with 50+ nationalities and 10+ international locations- all united around one goal – to deliver the best possible products and services to our partners and customers. While our company mission is to keep innovating global commerce, our internal mission is to #chooseaction, #beopen, #thinkcustomer, #gofurther and #wintogether

The Purpose:

We are currently seeking a Head of Tax to support our team’s strategy, growth and innovation. This role is part of the Global Finance team to manage the tax strategy and compliance of our entities in EMEA, Americas and APAC.

We are looking for someone who has strong technical knowledge across all tax heads, excellent problem solving skills, is a strong communicator, thrives on process improvement, and enjoys working in a challenging, fast–paced environment to support our continued success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Global Tax Function: Provide strategic and operational leadership for all direct and indirect tax matters. This includes managing and organising the preparation, review, and submission of direct and indirect tax return filings, overseeing tax liabilities, reporting, and payments for the Group
• Drive Tax Strategy: Develop and implement a forward-looking international tax strategy that aligns with our long-term business goals. Proactively identify and advise on optimisation opportunities and manage risks related to new business initiatives, global expansions, and cross-border transactions via levers including transfer pricing, R&D tax credits, VAT, and corporate tax
• Oversee Global Compliance and Reporting: Lead the preparation, review, and submission of all tax filings. Ensure compliance with local and international tax laws, including Transfer Pricing and OECD guidelines. Manage tax provisions and disclosures for the Group's financial reports.
• Strategic Business Partner: Serve as the go-to expert for the C-suite and senior leaders, providing proactive guidance and awareness on the tax and transfer pricing implications of business transformations and strategic initiatives like M&A or evolving operating models.
• Lead Tax Audits and Risk Management: Proactively manage tax audits and resolve disputes with tax authorities globally to ensure on time delivery. Continuously monitor the tax landscape for regulatory changes and assess potential impacts on the business, developing proactive mitigation strategies.
• Guide Transfer Pricing and Inter-company Transactions: Advise on and operationalise the Group's transfer pricing policy. Ensure proper documentation and governance for all inter-company agreements and transaction flows.

Your Profile

• Experience: You have extensive experience (typically 7+ years) in a senior tax leadership role within a dynamic multinational company or a tax consultancy. You are a proven leader with a track record of managing global tax functions.
• Expertise: You possess deep, up-to-date knowledge of international tax law, including transfer pricing frameworks, VAT, and corporate tax. You are an expert in navigating complex global regulatory environments. Experience in another fintech is preferable.
• Leadership & Influence: You have a proven ability to lead and motivate teams, and your exceptional communication skills allow you to effectively influence and partner with colleagues across all departments. You have a pragmatic, results-oriented approach to problem-solving.
• Education: A degree in Finance, Accounting, or Law is essential. A professional tax advisor qualification (e.g., Steuerberater, CPA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent) is highly desirable. Proficiency in German and English is essential.
• Mindset: You are a strategic thinker with a high level of integrity and a keen sense of business acumen. You are comfortable with a hands‑on approach and thrive in a fast‑paced environment where you can make a significant impact.

What's in it for you?

• Hybrid working

  We offer a hybrid structure with a 3 days / week on site expectation, so you can strike the balance between office and home working. In addition to our 30-day holiday allowance, we also provide a work from abroad policy, enabling employees to work remotely for up to another 30 days per year.

• Learning and Development

  We offer a €1,000 annual budget to support your professional growth—because investing in your development benefits us all. In addition, we provide leadership cafés, on-the-job training, and other opportunities to help you grow your skills and thrive in your role.

• Insurance

  Because better safe than sorry - we want our employees to benefit from various insurances including accident insurance, disability insurance, direct insurance (bAV) and travel insurance.

• Enhance Family Leave

  We understand the importance of family - that's why we offer enhanced family leave to support you during key life moments.

• Gym membership

  PPRO helps/contributes toward the costs of your gym membership, supporting your physical fitness journey while easing the burden on your wallet.

• Mental Health Platform

  We’ve teamed up with a top well-being platform to provide one‑on‑one therapy, chat therapy, therapist‑led courses, guided meditations, and more.

• Our office

  Located on St.-Martin-Straße, one stop from Ostbahnhof on the 3 and 7 S-lines. The office is situated in a modern and spacious building with fully multimedia‑equipped meeting rooms for up to 30 people. The 4th floor features a kitchen and a lunch area, providing a comfortable space for meals and breaks.

• Pet‑friendly office

  Because work is better with your paw‑tners by your side.

Our Principles:

• We get things done: We are courageous; we take ownership, make decisions and get things done.

• We act with trust and integrity: We listen first and challenge respectfully. We seek out and leverage diverse perspectives. We welcome and offer honest and open feedback, always assuming positive intent.

• We put the customer first: We are laser focused on delivering outstanding outcomes for our customers. We put the customer at the heart of what we do.

• We make things better: We boldly explore new ideas and have an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement.

• We work as a team: We collaborate closely and value team success over individual achievement.