Global Tax Accounting Leader

ZF Group; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ZF Group in Amsterdam is seeking a Head of Tax Accounting to lead the global tax accounting function and ensure tax balances are properly reflected in financial statements. You will promote governance, drive process improvements, and coordinate with auditors and tax authorities on complex matters.

The role requires international tax expertise, IFRS knowledge, and strong leadership within a multinational industrial company or Big Four environment. Fluency in English and German is expected.

Qualifications

• University degree in law and/or economics; certified tax advisor.
• Several years of management in tax accounting, group taxes or international accounting.
• Solid IFRS knowledge, IAS 12.
• Experience with SAP and consolidation systems.
• Strong analytical and strategic mindset with excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and document current and deferred tax positions for monthly and year-end closings.
• Analyze complex transactions for tax and accounting impact; support restructurings, acquisitions, JVs and integrations.
• Manage global tax risk and governance; develop tax controls.
• Develop group-wide tax accounting guidelines, processes, and controls.
• Lead and develop an international Tax Accounting Team.
• Serve as central tax contact for auditors, tax advisors and authorities; coordinate with Group Accounting.
• Advise management on complex national and international tax issues.
• Introduce and optimize modern tax technology solutions.

Skills

Management experience

Tax accounting

IFRS IAS 12

Transfer pricing

Leadership

Education

University degree in law and/or economics

Certified tax advisor

Tools

SAP

Consolidation systems

Job description

ZF Group in Amsterdam is seeking a Head of Tax Accounting to lead the global tax accounting function and ensure tax balances are properly reflected in financial statements. You will promote governance, drive process improvements, and coordinate with auditors and tax authorities on complex matters.

The role requires international tax expertise, IFRS knowledge, and strong leadership within a multinational industrial company or Big Four environment. Fluency in English and German is expected.