Senior Expert Direct Tax Reporting (all genders)

Zalando SE; Berlin; Presencial; EUR 100.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

27 days holiday

40% off fashion and beauty products

30% off Lounge by Zalando

Family support services

Company pension scheme

Employee shares programme

Wellbeing options and coaching

Training platform and peer reviews

2 paid volunteering days

Relocation assistance

Descripción de la vacante

Zalando SE is seeking a Senior Expert Direct Tax Reporting to own the tax numbers for the group and serve as the main adviser on tax positions. You will lead direct tax reporting under IFRS within the quarterly financial cycle and input to public tax narratives.

You will mentor the tax team, coordinate with Finance and external auditors, and implement new tools including AI where applicable, while driving Pillar 2, CbCR, Tax Contribution and ESG reporting obligations.

Formación

• Degree in tax, law, economics, business administration or equivalent.
• Deep expertise in corporate tax accounting and financial reporting (IFRS and/or German GAAP).
• Understanding of CbCR, Pillar 2 and OECD impacts on tax reporting.
• Proven track record in implementing and owning complex financial processes and controls.

Responsabilidades

• Lead all direct tax reporting processes as part of the financial reporting cycle.
• Mentor and train the tax team for precise calculation of current and deferred tax positions.
• Act as primary contact for Finance and external auditors for tax numbers.
• Prepare transparent tax analytics for leadership and external communications.
• Own direct tax tools and drive new tool implementations, incl. AI where appropriate.
• Meet OECD Pillar 2, CbCR, Tax Contribution and ESG reporting obligations.

Conocimientos

Direct tax accounting

IFRS reporting

German GAAP

Pillar 2

CbCR

SAP knowledge

English fluency

Educación

Tax/Law/Economics degree or equivalent

Herramientas

SAP

Excel

Descripción del empleo

THE ROLE & THE TEAM

We are looking for a Senior Expert Direct Tax Reporting (all genders) to support our Tax team. This is an exciting role where you will establish yourself as the key expert for direct tax reporting, owning the tax numbers of the group and serving as a critical representative for Zalando’s tax positions. You will present and explain these positions to internal stakeholders, external auditors, and input to the public narrative on tax. In this role, you will be responsible for direct tax reporting under IFRS as part of the (quarterly) financial reporting cycle of the Zalando Group. You will lead the entire process, output, and underlying tax technology. Your scope also includes crucial new reporting obligations such as OECD Pillar 2, (public) CbCR as well as Tax Contribution and ESG reporting Discover more about our Finance team here: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/what-we-do#job-categories-finance

WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)

• You will lead all tax reporting processes as part of the financial reporting cycle at Zalando and ensure that the processes are well documented.
• You’ll serve as a mentor and trainer to the supporting tax team, equipping them with the knowledge and tools needed for precise calculation of current and deferred tax positions.
• You’ll act as the primary contact for Finance and the external auditors ensuring timely and accurate recording of the tax numbers.
• You’l prepare appropriate and transparent tax analytics for tax leadership to ensure smooth communication.
• You’ll own all direct tax tools used in the Tax team and will work on the implementation of new tools, including the use of AI where appropriate.
• You’ll further be responsible for meeting various other reporting obligations of the Group, such as OECD Pillar 2, (public) CbCR, Tax Contribution and ESG, some of which are yet to be implemented and are key to the visibility and success of the tax team as a whole.

WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF

• You hold a degree in tax, law, economics, business administration or a comparable background or equivalent.
• You possess deep, demonstrated expertise in corporate tax accounting, financial reporting and consolidation, ideally under IFRS and/or German GAAP.
• You have an understanding of CbCR, Pillar 2 and an interest in the work of the OECD/EU Commission and its impacts on tax reporting.
• You have a proven history of implementing and owning complex financial processes and controls, showing an analytical mindset and a focus on continuous improvement.
• You possess SAP knowledge or experience in other analytical programmes and have the ability to communicate outcomes to non-specialists.
• You are fluent in English (both written and spoken) and have a proactive approach with a willingness to take ownership over assigned projects.

OUR OFFER

• 27 days of holiday a year to start for full-time employees (+1 day for every calendar year up to 30 days)
• 40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando,
• 30% off Lounge by Zalando, discounts from external partners
• Family support, including counselling and dedicated services for parents and carers
• Company pension scheme
• Employee shares programme
• Health and wellbeing options, including Wellhub Mental health support and coaching
• Development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review
• 2 paid volunteering days a year
• Relocation assistance (subject to prior agreement)

INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN

At Zalando, our vision is to be the leading European technology platform for fashion and lifestyle – one that thrives on diversity and is truly inclusive by design. We believe that diverse teams fuel innovation and creativity, and we actively seek out talent from all backgrounds. We actively seek to reduce bias in our hiring and employment processes, focusing on your qualifications, skills, and contributions. To support this, we kindly ask that you refrain from including personal details such as your photo, age, or marital status in your CV, ensuring a fair and equitable evaluation based solely on your abilities and potential. We are committed to providing an exceptional and accessible candidate experience for everyone. If you require any accommodations to support you throughout the hiring process, please let us know – we are here to assist you.

Discover more about our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/our-culture/diversity-and-inclusion

It’s the perfect time to join Zalando on our journey, from being a pioneer in the world of e-commerce, to the Starting Point for Fashion in Europe. We connect customers, brands, and partners across 25 markets. Help us drive digital and sustainable solutions for fashion, logistics, advertising and research, bringing head-to-toe fashion to 50 million active customers through a team of diverse skill-sets, cultural backgrounds, and interests. Our values do.More - our sustainability strategy

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