Your creative field
We are looking for a Senior Tax Expert (m/f/d) to join our VAT core team (national and international VAT) on a full-time, permanent basis as soon as possible.
We embrace a remote-first approach, but you can choose whether to work in a hybrid model or entirely on-site, depending on your proximity to one of our locations (Munich, Cologne, Hamburg, Berlin).
As our new Senior Tax Expert (Tax Specialist) in the core area of VAT, you’ll have the important responsibility of dealing with indirect taxes while working in an exciting, dynamic, and international environment.
Become part of a team where everyone counts and serve as the central point of contact for VAT-related questions within our company.
With us, you’ll have a wide range of responsibilities:The focus is on indirect taxes and related compliance issues both domestically and internationally
Preparing VAT advance returns—both domestic and international—as well as filing OSS and ZM reports
Preparing and overseeing annual VAT returns
Providing advice on VAT matters within the corporate group
Optimizing and digitizing processes related to VAT law in collaboration with other departments within our company and external consultants
Implementing e-invoicing both domestically and internationally
Monitoring changes to VAT laws both domestically and internationally, as well as their implications for us
Executing and implementing VAT-related projects both domestically and internationally
Maintaining and improving the Tax CMS
Given our international client base, it’s important that you’re committed to continuous professional development, as tax conditions in the international arena are constantly changing and we, as a company, naturally want to remain compliant! In this context, you’ll also have access to a network of experienced consultants.
In addition, we’ll provide you with the opportunity to continuously develop your professional skills through targeted continuing education opportunities.
What convinces us
Your open, reliable, and service-oriented personality, combined with:
substantial experience in tax consulting—for example, through several years of work at a law firm, a large tax consulting firm, or in a company’s tax department
broad knowledge of value-added tax (VAT), with a willingness to continually expand this knowledge
knowledge of VAT and income tax group structures
strong self-management skills in meeting deadlines for filing various VAT returns and fulfilling other VAT compliance requirements in various countries
Proficiency in using ERP systems to process VAT-related business transactions and accounting processes
Strong teamwork skills, as well as an analytical, structured, and quality-oriented approach to thinking and working
Very good command of German and English
Proficiency in using various IT programs, such as Excel, Microsoft D365, etc.
What’s a plus (but not a requirement): Initial experience in the industry
A tax consultant certification or a degree in tax administration
Awesome Prospects
At Contabo, we are constantly evolving. Even as we experience strong growth, we remain flexible, and everyone has the opportunity to actively shape the future of Contabo and that of our customers. Here, everyone can reach their full potential in an environment with flat hierarchies, freedom to manage their own work and time, a culture where everyone is on a first-name basis, direct communication, and an open feedback culture—and leave their mark through creative collaboration.
We also offer additional benefits:plenty of freedom to bring your creative ideas to life
ongoing professional and personal development opportunities in an innovative and tech-driven environment
comprehensive onboarding with your colleagues by your side
modern, well-equipped offices conveniently located at our European sites
remote or hybrid work with technical equipment for your home office that matches what’s available in the office
flexible work schedules for a healthy work-life balance
30 days of vacation plus the option for a “workation” within the EU
an additional day off to volunteer as part of our Volunteer Day
attractive terms through our corporate benefits program for many products and services
unforgettable moments at our company and team events
How to reach us
If you have any questions, you can reach out to Max by email at [email protected].
About us
Contabo - High-quality Cloud Hosting Made in Germany!
As a leading infrastructure service provider in the field of cloud instances and dedicated servers, we have stood for first-class quality, reliability and favorable prices since our foundation in Munich in 2003. Meanwhile, more than 275,000 customers in over 190 countries trust our services.
We specialize in providing German quality to users worldwide, focusing on the stability and security of our data centers, the optimization of internal processes, and excellent customer support.
Become a part of our future-oriented company, which plays a significant role in the development of digital cloud hosting, and support us with your ideas and commitment.