Head of Tax

A fast-growing, innovative fintech company is seeking a Senior Tax Manager to lead and scale its Group Tax function across Europe. Backed by 800+ employees and operating in 4 countries, this payments leader offers end-to-end solutions that simplify payment management for merchants – from processing and analytics to risk management.

As the lead tax expert, you'll take ownership of all tax matters, define strategy, and build a best-in-class tax setup in a fast-paced, tech-driven environment. This is a high-impact leadership role, reporting directly to the CFO.

Responsibilities

• Lead the group’s tax operations across Germany and Europe
• Build and manage the internal tax team and oversee all tax projects and priorities
• Ensure full compliance with local tax regulations (DEU, LUX, DKK, AUT)
• Develop and enhance intercompany charging models and transfer pricing strategy
• Serve as the primary point of contact for tax authorities and external advisors
• Streamline processes and implement scalable tools to support growth
• Drive strategic tax projects independently and proactively

Requirements

• Fully qualified tax professional with leadership experience
• Background in scale-up or fintech environments and top-tier tax advisory firms
• Strong command of European tax law, IFRS, and HGB
• Fluent in English and German; experience working across multiple jurisdictions
• Hands-on, solution-oriented mindset and a passion for building
• Able to manage high workloads and stay focused on strategic outcomes

Nice to Have

• Experience in a PE-backed company
• Exposure to M&A and regulatory environments
• Strong stakeholder communication and influencing skills
• Hybrid working model : work from home up to 60% of the time
• Flex hours and 15 days of "workation" in the EU per year
• 1,000 learning budget annually
• Private pension scheme and mobility support
• Mental health support through our partner platform
• A collaborative and vibrant team with company-wide events

Requirements

Fully qualified tax professional with leadership experience Background in scale-up or fintech environments and top-tier tax advisory firms Strong command of European tax law, IFRS, and HGB Fluent in English and German; experience working across multiple jurisdictions Hands-on, solution-oriented mindset and a passion for building Able to manage high workloads and stay focused on strategic outcomes Nice to Have Experience in a PE-backed company Exposure to M&A and regulatory environments Strong stakeholder communication and influencing skills

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