German speaking Senior Tax Manager

4 days ago

Chester, United Kingdom Language Business Full time

German speaking Senior Tax Manager

Location
Chester, North West England (Hybrid: 2–3 days per week in-office). Relocation package and UK VISA SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE

Languages
Fluent German & English required

The Company
Our client is a highly successful global organisation experiencing rapid growth across European markets. To support this expansion, they are seeking a German speaking Tax Manager to lead all corporate tax matters related to their business operations in Germany.

The Role of the German speaking Tax Manager
As the German speaking Tax Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing German tax compliance, managing risks, and leading filings, audits, and reporting. You will manage teams in both the UK and Germany, while collaborating closely with global tax leadership on strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead direct tax compliance and US tax reporting for Germany and selected European markets

* Oversee German tax compliance, planning, and reporting

* Act as German Tax Compliance Management System Officer, reporting risks and updates to senior leadership

* Manage German tax audits, including liaising with tax authorities and finance teams (travel to Germany required)

* Advise finance heads and educate internal stakeholders on changes in tax legislation

* Prepare US GAAP tax provisions, forecasts, and contingency reports

* Support cash flow planning and tax-related analysis

* Ensure internal controls align with SOX, corporate, and local compliance standards

* Drive efficiency through technology in tax calculations and reporting

* Manage external advisory budgets and internal resourcing

* Foster a high-performance culture emphasizing teamwork, accountability, and customer focus

Candidate Profile

* Fluent in German & English (spoken and written)

* Degree qualified with relevant German tax credentials (e.g., Steuerberater, Fachassistent für Steuerrecht, Steuerfachangestellte)

* Proven experience in corporate tax compliance & reporting, ideally in a multinational environment

* Strong understanding of accounting principles, tax provisions, and financial statement disclosures

* Leadership and people management experience

* Knowledge of US GAAP (desirable)

* Able to work across cross-border teams in a fast-paced, complex environment

* Highly organised, detail-focused, and able to manage multiple priorities

Salary & Benefits

* Highly competitive (£75,000 - £90,000 per year)

* 14% annual bonus + £7,000 car allowance

* UK VISA SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE

* Relocation package for professionals outside the UK

* 26 days holiday + bank holidays

* Family healthcare cover & life assurance

* Attractive company pension scheme

* Career development support & funding for professional qualifications

* Visa sponsorship & generous relocation assistance for German-speaking professionals outside the UK

How to Apply
To be considered, please send your CV to:
Jonathan Grimes

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