Tax Specialist/ Accountant (all genders)

Job details

Job field / Job profile: Finance and management – Tax accountant

Job title: Tax Specialist/ Accountant (all genders)

Employment type: Permanent

Professional category: Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time: Full-time

Job description

As a key member of the global Safran Group, Safran Helicopter Engines Germany stands as a center of excellence for helicopter engine innovation, serving Central, Northern and Eastern Europe as well as Central Asia. Our employees of 78 highly skilled professionals from over 15 nations combine advanced technological expertise with deep industry experience to deliver reliable and high-performance engine solutions. These engines power critical missions across a wide range of applications, including emergency services and defence operations.

Our new HanSafran facility in Norderstedt, covering 6,000 m², shows our strong commitment to sustainability and climate‑neutral operations. Safran Helicopter Engines Germany continues to focus on innovation, quality and customer satisfaction, aiming to be a leader in the aerospace industry. Our mission: To keep our customers flying!

For our Finance team, we are currently looking for you as Tax Specialist/ Accountant (all genders).

Unlimited – Full Time – 40 hour‑contract

Are you ready to bring your passion for numbers and taxes into a dynamic environment? Join us and play an active role in preparing annual financial statements with precision and full compliance to current standards. You will independently manage accounts payable and travel expense functions, while providing valuable tax guidance to our operational teams. Your dedication will ensure smooth tax compliance and help identify potential risks early on.

Your responsibilities

• Managing mandatory tax filings (VAT, corporate income tax, etc.) and ensuring timely, accurate submission in line with applicable standards, including transmitting fiscal consolidation data to the group.
• Analyzing contracts for tax implications and participating in the research tax credit process.
• Assisting with transfer pricing documentation and identifying tax risks across the scope of responsibility.
• Proactively monitoring and staying informed about tax‑related developments.
• Managing accounts payable in cooperation with the local purchasing department.
• Assisting the senior accountant with tax‑related accounting activities.
• Supporting internal travel management in financial matters.

Your skills & qualifications

• Qualification as an Accountant, Tax Consultant or similar role with strong financial knowledge and several years of work experience.
• Knowledge of German taxation, particularly VAT, CIT and Commercial Tax (preferred).
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Fluency in both spoken and written English and German language.

Candidate skills & requirements

The same set of qualifications applies.

Your benefits

• A responsible position in a future‑oriented, international company that values innovation.
• 30 vacation days, flexible working hours, mobile working and modern work tools to help you perform at your best.
• 40 training hours per year for your continuous development.
• Intensive onboarding with internal networking events.
• Attractive compensation and comprehensive social benefits, such as
  • Supplementary health insurance
  • Company pension scheme
  • Transportation allowance or full cover of your German ticket
  • Net income booster benefits
  • Participation in our share savings plan and corporate benefits
• Free‑of‑charge health check‑ups, adjustable tables and participation in sports events.
• Company leasing of bicycles.
• An annual budget for individual specialist literature and much more.

However, above all, we like to celebrate our successes! Whether a new contract signature, award winnings, summer festivals, Christmas parties or kick‑off activities, employee events are part of our corporate culture!

Are you ready to take your career to new heights? Please apply online and inform us about your earliest possible start date and your salary requirements. We look forward to receiving your application! In case of any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our HR Business Partner, Johanna.

Contact Details

SAFRAN Helicopter Engines Germany GmbH
Johanna Rathjen – HR Business Partner
Tel. +49 (0) 40 500 216 99
E‑Mail: hr.de.she@safrangroup.com

Job location

Europe, Germany
22848 Norderstedt

Applicant criteria

• Minimum education level achieved: Bachelor\’s Degree
• Minimum experience level required: More than 3 years

Additional Languages preferred

• German (Fluent)
• English (Fluent)