Manager - Direct Tax Germany (d/m/f)

• Career Opportunities: Manager - Direct Tax Germany (d/m/f) (23723)
• Requisition ID 23723

The ams OSRAM Group is a global leader in innovative light and sensor solutions.

With more than 110 years of industry experience, we combine engineering excellence and global manufacturing with a passion for cutting-edge innovation enabling transformative advancements in the automotive, industrial, medical, and consumer industries. “Sense the power of light” – our success is based on the deep understanding of the potential of light and distinct portfolio of emitter and sensor technologies.

Around 19,700 employees worldwide drive innovations alongside societal megatrends.

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• Your new responsibilities
• Central point of contact for all corporate income tax matters relating to the German entities.
• Preparation and/or review of corporate tax returns, including tax balance sheets and e-balance sheets, in collaboration with GBS, Country Finance, and Subsidiary Management for all German entities.
• Support during tax audits of German entities, including preparation of documentation, coordination with tax auditors, and follow-up on audit findings.
• Independently maintain, update, and reconcile the tax provision roll-forward (tax balance sheet accounts) in coordination with the relevant departments.
• Calculate tax-related key figures under IFRS and German GAAP (HGB), identify temporary differences, and prepare tax reconciliations for quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements.
• Support the maintenance and enhancement of the Tax Compliance Management System (Tax CMS) and further develop processes related to direct taxation.
• Contribute to digitalization projects within the direct tax area.
• Provide functional leadership in the implementation of standardization initiatives and process optimization measures.

Who we are looking for

• Successfully completed university degree with a focus on Taxation, Business Law, Business Administration, or a comparable qualification; a certified tax advisor qualification (Steuerberaterexamen) is desirable.
• Several years of professional experience (at least five years) in the tax department of a company and/or within a tax advisory or auditing firm.
• Solid experience in participating in or leading projects and collaborating with interdisciplinary and international teams.
• Strong technical expertise in German taxation and tax accounting under both HGB and IFRS.
• Good project management skills combined with a high level of initiative and accountability.
• Structured, diligent, and analytical working style with a strong commitment to quality.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and SAP; strong affinity for digital solutions and process optimization.
• Excellent written and spoken German and English language skills.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to thrive in a collaborative and team-oriented environment.
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