Senior Tax Expert Group Functions

PUMA SE; Herzogenaurach; In loco; EUR 65.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

PUMA SE is seeking a Tax Specialist to manage daily tax matters for the group’s central functions in Germany and internationally. You will coordinate compliance activities and advise internal stakeholders on operational tax questions.

You will collaborate with Finance, Accounting, HR and other central teams to gather information, align timelines, and ensure accurate tax deliverables while monitoring regulatory changes and implementing updates where needed.

Competenze

• 2–3 years of professional experience in corporate tax or an international advisory firm.
• Strong knowledge of German and international tax laws and regulations.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in English and German.

Mansioni

• Manage and support day-to-day tax matters for PUMA Group’s central functions in Germany and internationally.
• Coordinate tax compliance activities and provide practical guidance to internal stakeholders on operational tax questions.
• Work closely with Finance, Accounting, HR and other central functions to collect information, align timelines, and ensure tax deliverables are completed accurately.
• Monitor relevant tax law changes and communicate impacts to the Head of Tax Europe & Central Functions; support implementation of required process updates.
• Prepare and/or review tax returns, filings, reports and supporting documentation (including requirements under Global Minimum Tax regulations / Pillar Two, where applicable).
• Support the preparation of tax provisions and disclosures for financial statements related to central and group functions, coordinating inputs and ensuring documentation is complete and audit-ready.
• Act as day-to-day point of contact for tax authorities and external advisors for operational topics; elevate complex matters as needed.
• Drive continuous improvement of tax processes for central functions (e.g., checklists, timelines, documentation standards) and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.

Conoscenze

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

English & German

Tax knowledge (German & international)

Descrizione del lavoro

SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting legacy, BE TOGETHER in our team spirit, and BE YOU to let our individual talent and experience shine. Applying for a job at PUMA is easy.

This means your responsibilties are:

Manage and support day-to-day tax matters for PUMA Group’s central functions in Germany and internationally.

Coordinate tax compliance activities and provide practical guidance to internal stakeholders on operational tax questions.

Work closely with Finance, Accounting, HR and other central functions to collect information, align timelines, and ensure tax deliverables are completed accurately.

Monitor relevant tax law changes and communicate impacts to the Head of Tax Europe & Central Functions; support implementation of required process updates.

Prepare and/or review tax returns, filings, reports and supporting documentation (including requirements under Global Minimum Tax regulations / Pillar Two, where applicable).

Support the preparation of tax provisions and disclosures for financial statements related to central and group functions, coordinating inputs and ensuring documentation is complete and audit-ready.

Act as day-to-day point of contact for tax authorities and external advisors for operational topics; elevate complex matters as needed.

Drive continuous improvement of tax processes for central functions (e.g., checklists, timelines, documentation standards) and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.

Professional experience of at least 2–3 years in corporate tax or an international advisory firm, ideally with exposure to operational tax compliance and reporting.

Strong knowledge of German and international tax laws and regulations.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Proficiency in English and German.

PUMA provides equal opportunities for all job applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Equality for all is one of the core principles at PUMA and we do not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination.

At PUMA, every application is reviewed by real people who are committed to fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity - no matter your background, identity, or experience. To ensure our process stays true to these values, no automated systems or AI tools are used to make hiring decisions. Every decision is made by real people -with real judgment and accountability. We may use functions supported by Artificial Intelligence (AI) to carry out isolated organizational steps, such as scheduling interviews. These functions have no influence on decisions in the application process. We believe in creating spaces where everyone is welcome, celebrated, and empowered to contribute authentically. Because at PUMA, whoever wants to play, can play.

PUMA is a global sports brand creating footwear, apparel, and accessories that inspire athletes and everyday movers. The PUMA Group owns PUMA, Cobra Golf, and stichd, operates in 120+ countries, and has around 22,000 employees worldwide.

The PUMA corporate Headquarters are located in Herzogenaurach or Herzo, as we like to call our hometown, located in southern Germany close to Nuremberg. Every day, more than 1000 colleagues walk through our doors, ready to push sport and fashion forward. And if you’re lucky, you just might run into Usain Bolt or Antoine Griezmann walking down the hall.

Shape the base of any team by becoming a trusted player and business partner. By communicating and collaborating with other departments, PUMA Finance is involved in shaping the most fundamental processes and supporting strategic decision making.