(Senior) Tax Expert VAT (m/f/d) at Allianz SE - limited for 24 months

Who will you join?

Group Taxation (GTAX) is the tax department of Allianz SE, the listed parent company of Allianz Group. GTAX supports the Board of Management to ensure high quality and efficient tax reporting and tax compliance and represents the company against external authorities. With our diverse team of more than 30 tax advisors, lawyers and senior experts we enable sustainable growth by providing tax advice to senior management, performing group wide tax planning and engaging in strategic projects. GTAX sets group wide tax standards, steers and coordinates the local tax functions to ensure effective tax risk management and to safeguard Allianz reputation as a responsible tax payer. In GTAX we constantly strive for benchmark performance and best practice.

GTAX operates in an international environment with continuous touchpoints with our operating entities, tax authorities, senior managers and C-level stakeholders. In your role as a tax expert in the Value Added Tax (VAT) team, GTAX is responsible for:

• Tax planning for the Allianz Group in regard of VAT
• Creating, driving and coordinating tax optimization measures with regard to VAT
• Ensuring stringent governance by closely collaborating with a strong network of local tax experts and central steering of activities
• Ensuring tax compliance of German Allianz companies
• Effective tax risk management
• In addition to VAT, consulting in Insurance Premium Tax and Wage Tax matters

How can you make an impact?

You will:

• Identify, develop and implement VAT planning measures globally and locally
• Provide expert advice on projects and investments with regard to VAT
• Manage tax compliance processes, ensuring tax compliance of German Allianz entities
• Harmonize tools and processes and share best practices within Allianz Group
• Advise on and implement VAT requirements and processes in ERP systems
• Analyze VAT developments and advise/support on adaption to changes
• Manage and instruct external tax advisors
• Manage tax audit and controversy management processes

What are you made of?

• Degree in business administration / economics, taxation or law (or other related field) 
• 6+ years prior experience as tax advisor or inhouse tax manager
• Certified tax advisor
• Fluent in German and English (written and spoken)
• Detailed knowledge in SAP R3 / S4 Hana and MS Office        
• Expert knowledge in Value Added Tax
• Expert knowledge in taxation of financial services companies is a plus
• Project management
• Strong analytical skills
• Experience with AI solutions and automatization of tax processes
• Team player
• Previous experience in insurance or asset management business functions, consulting, digital / tech is a plus
• Experience applying ChatGPT, Generative AI, and Ethical AI solution

Do we have what you need?

• Flexible and hybrid work model
• Multinational and inclusive community
• Great career development and learning opportunities
• Company pension and health insurance
• Employee stock purchase program with a discount
• Health and well-being offerings
• Supportive family care benefits
• Opportunity to contribute to our sustainability programs
• Great place to work certified

And there is much more: Allianz SE Benefits 
To learn about our recruitment process: Allianz SE Recruitment Process

Apply before: 1st of November

In case of questions reach out to Ms. Zhiva Hristova: +49 151 110 133 80

Welcome to Allianz SE!

We at Allianz SE are recognized as a trusted partner for protecting and growing your most valuable assets, offering a comprehensive portfolio of products, including property and casualty insurance, life and health insurance, and asset management services, tailored to meet the various needs of individual and corporate clients worldwide. From our international headquarters, we orchestrate global operations, set strategic directions, and ensure cohesive implementation across our international subsidiaries. We are committed to innovation and digital transformation, driving initiatives that enhance customer experience and operational efficiency, reinforcing our position as a leader in the financial services industry.

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