Head of Tax | Karlsruhe | Germany
- Salary
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Location
- Europe Germany Karlsruhe
- Post Date
- 08 Jul 2026
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Job Number
- 28241
- Line of Business
- Tax
- Consultant
- Diana Dumitrascu
Our client is a multinational production company with operations across Europe. To support the continued growth of its industrial activities and international footprint, we are seeking an experienced Head of Tax (m/f/d) to take ownership of the group’s tax function in Germany.
In this leadership role, you will oversee all tax-related matters for the European entities and act as the central point of contact for internal stakeholders and external advisors.
Head of Tax Key Responsibilities:
- Providing comprehensive tax guidance across corporate income tax, VAT, payroll tax, and withholding tax matters
- Ensuring accurate and timely preparation and submission of tax returns and compliance obligations
- Identifying tax optimisation opportunities and advising management on strategic tax planning initiatives
- Supporting contract negotiations and business projects from a tax perspective
- Designing and enhancing internal tax-relevant processes (e.g., employee benefits, company events, mobility concepts)
- Structuring new entities and projects in a tax-efficient manner
- Overseeing group-wide tax reporting in accordance with IFRS and HGB requirements
- Managing tax audits and liaising with tax authorities
- Leading, developing, and motivating the internal tax team
- Coordinating and steering external tax advisors where required
Candidate Profile:
- Degree in Law, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field with a focus on taxation or accounting
- Successfully completed Steuerberater qualification is advantageous
- Minimum 8 years of relevant professional experience in a corporate tax department or an international audit/tax advisory firm
- Strong expertise in German tax law and solid knowledge of IFRS and HGB
- Proven leadership experience and the ability to guide teams effectively
- High proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
- Fluent German and English skills, written and spoken
- Structured, independent working style combined with strong analytical skills and resilience
What Our Client Offers:
- A responsible leadership role within a dynamic multinational production environment
- Close collaboration with senior management and international stakeholders
- Long-term career perspective in a growing and future-oriented organisation
- Competitive compensation package and attractive benefits
To register your interest, please click Apply Now or email your CV to Diana Dumitrascu at diana@renaix.com (Job Reference: 28241).