Tax Manager - Direct Tax

Catalyst Labs; Madrid; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Growth-oriented team

Job summary

Catalyst Labs is seeking a seasoned Tax Manager in Madrid to lead direct tax services for a diverse client portfolio. You will advise on tax-efficient strategies, guide complex transactions, and support international and local clients while mentoring junior staff.

The role emphasizes tax planning, compliance oversight, and collaboration across teams to improve processes in a dynamic environment. Fluent English and Maltese are essential, with ACCA qualification and CSP exposure preferred.

Qualifications

• ACCA qualified, or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience in a Corporate Service Provider (CSP) or similar environment.
• In-depth knowledge of Maltese accounting standards and tax legislation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Maltese; additional languages are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead direct tax planning initiatives and advise on strategies to optimize client tax liabilities.
• Oversee preparation and filing of corporate tax returns and manage tax refund applications.
• Provide advisory support on corporate restructurings, financings, M&A, and cross-border investments.
• Mentor junior professionals and review technical work.
• Coordinate with tax authorities during audits and examinations.

Skills

English proficiency

Maltese proficiency

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Education

ACCA qualification

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a seasoned Tax Manager to lead and strengthen direct tax services. In this role, you will take responsibility for advising on tax-efficient strategies, guiding complex transactions and restructurings, and supporting a diverse portfolio of international and local clients. You’ll work collaboratively across teams, mentor junior professionals, and contribute to the growth and improvement of tax processes and systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead tax planning initiatives and implement strategies to optimize clients' direct tax liabilities.
• Provide advice on tax implications of corporate restructurings, financings, M&A, and cross-border investments.
• Support a variety of ad-hoc tax advisory engagements for both international and local clients.
• Oversee preparation and filing of corporate tax returns and manage tax refund applications.
• Coordinate with tax authorities during audits and examinations.
• Deliver technical training and high-quality support to accounting and audit teams.
• Stay updated on developments in domestic and international direct tax legislation.
• Identify opportunities for service line expansion and business development.
• Review and enhance internal tax processes and systems for efficiency and compliance.
• Serve as a key mentor and technical reviewer for junior team members.

Qualifications

• ACCA qualified, or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience in a Corporate Service Provider (CSP) or similar environment.
• In-depth knowledge of Maltese accounting standards and tax legislation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Maltese; additional languages are an advantage.
• Ability to manage deadlines, work proactively, balance autonomy and teamwork, and build strong client relationships.

What the Role Offers

• Competitive salary with benefits aligned to experience.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• A collaborative, growth-oriented team environment.
• The chance to work on a wide range of direct tax matters and complex client cases.

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