Head of Tax (f/m/d)

In this high-impact leadership role, you will lead the tax accounting and global compliance function within a multinational group, shaping a modern European tax department. You will oversee IFRS/HGB reporting, tax risk management, and regulatory audits while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. The role combines strategic governance with hands-on execution to ensure robust tax processes across the organization. You will drive continuous improvement and cross-border tax initiatives in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

• attractive base salary with bonus
• flexible working arrangements (2 days Home Office)

• Lead tax accounting and global tax compliance across jurisdictions
• Shape and develop the tax accounting department
• Oversee annual and quarterly financial reporting (IFRS, HGB) and ensure accuracy in financial statements
• Monitor income tax calculations for budget/forecast and oversee global income tax compliance
• Provide global tax risk management and develop a robust framework
• Establish processes and policies for tax compliance, risk management and reporting
• Stay updated on tax laws and manage audits
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on tax-related matters

• >8 years of experience in a multinational corporate or leading advisory firm
• Strong technical expertise in corporate taxation, international tax frameworks, and tax reporting standards (IFRS, IAS 12, HGB)
• Proven leadership experience in managing teams and global tax functions
• Track record in building or transforming tax organizations, governance, or operating models
• Experience in managing complex global tax compliance and reporting processes
• Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to influence senior stakeholders at executive level
• Experience with SAP and/or S/4HANA is a plus
• Fluent in English and German

• entrepreneurial mindset
• stakeholder management
• ability to influence senior stakeholders
• corporate taxation
• international tax frameworks
• IFRS