Senior Statutory Reporting & Compliance Specialist with German (m/f/d)

Bruker; Porto; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bruker is seeking an experienced Statutory and Tax Filling Senior Specialist to join the Global Business Services Center, with a São Paulo Porto option. The role focuses on statutory reporting, tax compliance, and process optimization across multiple jurisdictions in a multinational setting.

Responsibilities include preparing statutory statements, coordinating audits, managing transfer pricing documentation, and leading process improvements while collaborating with Accounting, Treasury, Legal,

Qualifications

• 5+ years in statutory accounting and tax compliance.
• Experience across multiple legal entities and jurisdictions.
• Big Four or multinational experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP, and local GAAP.
• Fluent English and German.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review statutory financial statements per local GAAP.
• File statutory returns and regulatory reports timely.
• Coordinate with external auditors during audits.
• Monitor changes in statutory requirements and adapt processes.
• Maintain statutory books and prepare group reporting variances.
• Prepare corporate income tax returns and tax provisions.
• Support transfer pricing documentation and intercompany pricing.
• Lead process improvements in tax and statutory workflows.
• Provide guidance to junior team members and stakeholders.
• Interface with tax authorities and regulators.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

US GAAP

Excel advanced

Transfer pricing

Stakeholder management

English & German fluency

Auditing

Education

Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or related field

ACCA/CPA/CIMA preferred

Tools

SAP FI/CO

Financial reporting processes

Tax technology solutions

Job description

Bruker is enabling scientists and engineers to make breakthrough post-genomic discoveries and develop new applications that improve the quality of human life. Bruker’s high performance scientific instruments and high value analytical and diagnostic solutions enable scientists to explore life and materials at molecular, cellular, and microscopic levels. In close cooperation with our customers, Bruker is enabling innovation, improved productivity, and customer success in post-genomic life science molecular and cell biology research, in applied and biopharma applications, in microscopy, as well as in industrial and cleantech research, and semiconductor metrology in support of AI. Bruker offers differentiated, high-value life science and diagnostics systems and solutions in preclinical imaging, proteomics and multiomics, spatial and single-cell biology, structural and condensate biology, as well as in clinical microbiology and molecular diagnostics.

Please visit: www.bruker.com

We are currently offering a new opportunity within Bruker's Global Business Services Center, with the position available in Warsaw, Poland, or Porto, Portugal.

Fuelled by a talented and dedicated workforce, GBS provides a broad range of business services for Bruker Corporation, including Finance, Human Resources, IT and Customer Services in Europe, the Middle East, Africa (EMEA) and the Americas regions. Consider expanding your capabilities with Bruker and become an integral part of a continuously growing and dynamic team that delivers sustainable value for Bruker entities across the world.

We are seeking an experienced Statutory and Tax Filling Senior Specialist (m/f/d) to join our team in Warsaw or Porto. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to contribute significantly to our financial operations and reporting processes.

Responsibilities:

The Statutory and Tax Senior Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with statutory reporting requirements and tax regulations across multiple jurisdictions. This position combines technical expertise in accounting standards, tax legislation, and regulatory compliance with strong analytical skills to support accurate financial reporting and tax optimization strategies. The role requires deep knowledge of local and international tax laws, statutory accounting principles, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment.

Statutory Reporting & Compliance:

• Prepare and review statutory financial statements in accordance with local GAAP requirements across assigned jurisdictions
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of statutory returns, regulatory reports, and compliance documentation
• Coordinate with external auditors during statutory audits and provide comprehensive supporting documentation
• Monitor changes in statutory reporting requirements and assess impact on current processes and procedures
• Maintain statutory books and records in compliance with local regulatory requirements
• Prepare management reports analyzing variances between statutory and group reporting standards

Tax Compliance & Planning:

• Prepare and review corporate income tax returns, other tax filings for assigned entities
• Calculate and analyze current and deferred tax provisions under applicable accounting standards
• Support transfer pricing documentation and intercompany pricing analysis
• Monitor tax law changes and communicate impact to stakeholders and management
• Assist in tax planning initiatives and optimization strategies
• Coordinate with external tax advisors on complex tax matters and special projects
• Maintain tax working papers and supporting documentation for audit purposes

Financial Analysis & Process Improvement:

• Perform detailed analysis of statutory and tax positions, identifying risks and opportunities
• Develop and maintain complex financial models for tax planning and statutory reporting purposes
• Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy of tax and statutory workflows
• Prepare comprehensive management reporting on tax and statutory matters
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes for tax and statutory requirements
• Document procedures and maintain up-to-date process documentation

Stakeholder Management & Support:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Accounting, Treasury, Legal, and Operations
• Provide support for transfer pricing documentation and intercompany transactions.
• Assist in tender-related financial documentation when required.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior team members
• Interface with tax authorities, regulatory bodies, and external advisors as required
• Support ad-hoc projects including acquisitions, restructuring, and system implementations
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders

Perform Other Duties As Required.

Qualifications:

Education & Professional Certifications:

• Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field
• Professional certification (ACCA, CPA, CIMA, or equivalent) preferred

Experience:

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in statutory accounting, financial reporting, tax compliance, or a related field
• Proven experience managing statutory reporting and tax compliance activities across multiple legal entities and jurisdictions
• Experience with international accounting and tax regulations in a multinational environment
• Big Four accounting firm and/or multinational corporation experience highly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex compliance, reporting, audit, and regulatory requirements
• Proven track record of leading statutory audits and coordinating with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities

Technical Skills:

• Expert knowledge of German/Swiss statutory accounting principles and tax regulations
• Strong understanding of IFRS and US GAAP accounting standards
• Advanced proficiency in SAP (FI/CO modules preferred) and financial reporting processes
• Fluent English and German (both written and spoken) are mandatory
• Advanced Excel skills, including financial analysis, reporting, and data management
• Experience with tax technology solutions, automation tools, and process improvement initiatives
• Knowledge of transfer pricing principles and documentation requirements
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
• Operates with a high standard of ethics, integrity, and professionalism

Bruker is committed to fostering an inclusive, and respectful workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and evaluate candidates based on their skills, experience, and qualifications. We do not discriminate based on any personal characteristic or background protected by applicable laws.

Certain positions at Bruker require compliance with export control laws and as a result, all interviewed candidates for all positions will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility in light of export control restrictions.