Tax Expert - Direct Tax Germany

Sense the power of light

The ams OSRAM Group is a global leader in innovative light and sensor solutions. With more than 110 years of industry experience, we combine engineering excellence and global manufacturing with a passion for cutting-edge innovation enabling transformative advancements in the automotive, industrial, medical, and consumer industries. “Sense the power of light” – our success is based on the deep understanding of the potential of light and distinct portfolio of emitter and sensor technologies. Around 19,700 employees worldwide drive innovations alongside societal megatrends. Find out more about us on https://ams-osram.com

Your new responsibilities

• Central point of contact for all corporate income tax matters relating to the German entities.
• Preparation and/or review of corporate tax returns, including tax balance sheets and e-balance sheets, in collaboration with GBS, Country Finance, and Subsidiary Management for all German entities.
• Support during tax audits of German entities, including preparation of documentation, coordination with tax auditors, and follow-up on audit findings.
• Independently maintain, update, and reconcile the tax provision roll-forward (tax balance sheet accounts) in coordination with the relevant departments.
• Calculate tax-related key figures under IFRS and German GAAP (HGB), identify temporary differences, and prepare tax reconciliations for quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements.
• Support the maintenance and enhancement of the Tax Compliance Management System (Tax CMS) and further develop processes related to direct taxation.
• Contribute to digitalization projects within the direct tax area.
• Provide functional leadership in the implementation of standardization initiatives and process optimization measures.

Who we are looking for

• Successfully completed university degree with a focus on Taxation, Business Law, Business Administration, or a comparable qualification in financial administration; a completed tax advisor certification (Steuerberater examination) is desirable
• Several years of professional experience (3-5 years) in the tax department of a company and/or within a tax advisory or auditing firm
• Strong technical expertise in German taxation and tax accounting under both HGB and IFRS
• Good project management skills combined with a high level of initiative and accountability
• Structured, diligent, and analytical working style with a strong commitment to quality
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and SAP; strong affinity for digital solutions and process optimization
• Excellent written and spoken German and English language skills
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to thrive in a collaborative and team-oriented environment

Please contact Daria Berezova for further information via DARIA.BEREZOVA@AMS-OSRAM.COM or +49 (941) 8501571.