Direct Tax Specialist (d/f/m)

Direct Tax Specialist (d/f/m) We are looking for a dedicated and team-oriented new colleague to join our Tax Services team. The Tax Services team is a part of our Global Business Services organization and is characterized by a strong sense of commitment – towards the tasks, the business and the team. The Tax Services team is operationally responsible for tax and is spread over many geographies. The role reports to the Direct Tax Reporting Manager who is based in Lisbon, Portugal and the Direct Tax Specialist role (d/f/m) will be based in Mannheim. What You Will Do Responsible for preparing, validating and submitting all direct tax reporting filings/reporting and requirements for the applicable legal entities incl. maintaining direct tax records and information Responsible to prepare direct tax internal Report pack to the Group in Sweden. Manages tax payments and refunds, as well as manages and reconciles the direct tax accounts. Responsible for the preparation of the Transfer Pricing local documentation. Supports the direct tax business partner and other stakeholders with input and requested information/data, incl. participation in tax audits and relevant projects. First line of contact for questions related to direct tax sent via e.g. tickets or raised by internal teams, or from Tax Authorities related to direct tax reporting, escalate to direct tax reporting manager and direct tax business partner if required. Carry out relevant tax training for e.g. Accounts Payable, Accounting, in cooperation with the direct tax reporting manager and direct tax business partner. Carry out relevant KICs and secure relevant processes/instructions/guidelines/etc. are followed and give input in case of identified need for improvement. Involved in projects related to implementation of solutions to fulfill direct tax requirements in SAP and other relevant tools, as well as other projects where input and knowledge from the direct tax reporting team is needed. Who You Are University degree in tax/economics/business or equivalent with relevant practice. Minimum 5-years of relevant working experience within direct tax and knowledge in direct tax reporting, especially in the DACH Region. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team. Strong analytical skills, structured way of working, flexibility and openness to change. Knowledge of SAP, Microsoft Office and experience with financial reporting systems. Strong English language skills (French language skills will be a plus) and ability to travel when circumstances allow. What We Can Offer You Compensation & Benefits Compensation above tariff level, bonus, pension schemes, anniversary bonus, child allowances, Corporate Benefits & other employee benefits, factory outlet and free give-aways. Work-Life-Balance Hybrid working model, flexible working hours, 40h week, 30 days of vacation, lifetime work account. Learning & Development In-depth onboarding, training opportunities such as digital learning platform, coaching & mentoring, individual development plan, participation in professional conferences. Health & Well-being Lease-a-bike, health and well-being days, mindfulness courses, "PME Familienservice", employee surveys. Team & Collaboration People culture, communities & networks, co-working spaces, leadership guidelines, canteen. Mobility Public transport allowance, bicycle parking, free car parking, e-charging stations. At Essity our Beliefs & Behaviors (Care, Collaboration, Courage and Commitment) are the foundation for our inclusive culture and as such something we are living on an everyday basis. With a purpose of Breaking Barriers to Well-being, diversity, equity & inclusion are established in our core. We are committed against discrimination on the basis of color, ethnicity, migration history, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, caregiving responsibilities, disability, chronic illness, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information and other. We explicitly welcome applications from people who are structurally, institutionally, intersectionally discriminated. Application End Date: Job Requisition ID: Essity269497