Europe Tax Manager

Are you a tax professional looking for a role with international exposure and strategic impact? This Europe Tax Manager opportunity offers the chance to lead tax compliance, support business growth, and act as a key partner to finance teams across Europe within a dynamic food industry environment.

As Europe Tax Manager, you will oversee tax compliance and tax policy activities for Belgium, France, and other European entities. You will ensure that all tax obligations are fulfilled accurately and on time while serving as a trusted advisor to European Finance teams and international tax stakeholders. Reporting directly to the International Tax Director, you will work closely with Finance teams, external advisors, and local tax authorities in an international and fast-paced environment.

As Europe Tax Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinate corporate tax activities across Belgium and European entities.
• Identify and implement tax optimization opportunities.
• Manage VAT processes, tax filings, reconciliations, and interactions with tax authorities.
• Support quarterly and annual tax reporting in line with local regulations and US GAAP requirements.
• Contribute to statutory financial reporting and tax disclosures.
• Assist with transfer pricing compliance and documentation.
• Support international tax reporting requirements.
• Coordinate tax audits and maintain relationships with tax authorities.
• Monitor tax developments, including OECD, BEPS, and Pillar Two regulations.
• Advise Finance teams and support continuous process improvements.

About you :

• You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, or a related field.
• You bring at least 5 years of experience within a tax advisory firm and/or an international company.
• You have strong knowledge of corporate tax and VAT regulations.
• You are willing to stay up to date with evolving tax legislation.
• You have exposure to transfer pricing; this is considered an advantage.
• You are familiar with European tax regulations, particularly in Belgium and/or France.
• You have knowledge of US GAAP tax reporting concepts; this is a plus.
• You communicate fluently in English; Dutch is a valuable asset.
• You are analytical, proactive, and detail-oriented.
• You enjoy collaborating in an international team environment.
• You are comfortable using Microsoft Office; SAP experience is an advantage.

What we offer :

• A highly visible tax position with direct impact on European business operations and decision-making.
• An international environment where collaboration, innovation, and knowledge sharing are encouraged.
• The opportunity to contribute to strategic tax planning, financial reporting, and cross-border projects.
• Significant autonomy to improve processes, drive efficiencies, and take ownership of key initiatives.
• Continuous professional development opportunities within a growing international organization.
• An attractive compensation package including a company car, fuel card, meal vouchers, laptop, and mobile phone.
• 26 annual leave days, supporting a healthy work-life balance.

This Europe Tax Manager position offers a unique opportunity to combine technical tax expertise with strategic business involvement in an international food industry setting. You will play a key role in navigating an evolving tax landscape, influencing important decisions, and partnering with stakeholders across Europe.

Robert Walters Belgium is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.