Senior- German Individual Tax

Role name and description

Tax Senior As part of the core-tax mobility team you would work on German tax returns and related activities for the expatriates from various clients. You will receive a training from EY in the standard tools and processes for the Germany tax compliance before being assigned to the job. High quality, good tax-technical knowledge, efficiency and good communication skills are the key success factors in this role. The role requires constant interacting with the clients/expatriates in English language.

The opportunity

When you join EY, youll be at the heart of EYs critical mission to build a better working world by applying your knowledge, skills and experience in assisting clients in meeting their business objectives. You will learn, grow and contribute building new relationships and discovering the satisfaction that comes through producing high-quality, valued work and advice.

Your key responsibilities

• Analysis of fiscal data and tax questionnaires.
• Preparation& Review of tax returns for tax residents and non-residents in Germany.
• Preparation& Review of tax equalization calculations and hypothetical taxes
• Review of tax assessments / tax inquiries issued by the German tax authority.
• Conducting Tax briefings with English speaking expatriates
• Participation in weekly calls with the Seniors and Managers in charge of the accounts.
• Develop and supervise staff on all technical, client service and engagement management skills
• Assist the Manager in engagement management
• Proactively recognize issues and recommend solutions
• Coach and mentor team members
• Facilitate problem solving and co-ordination
• Be a role model and spearhead by example

Skills and attributes for success

• 3+ years experience of working with Germany personal income tax
• Experience with DATEV Income Tax software
• Advanced students or graduates in Accounting, Business Administration or Economics.
• Fluency in English language - both written and verbal

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Good systematic, numerical skills
• Team player with good people management skills
• Ability to work with remote team members and use technology effectively

Ideally, youll also have

• Proficiency in MS Office
• German language proficiency will be an added advantage

What we look for

We look for candidates with proven capabilities of leading a team. Working closely with clients of People Advisory Services within and outside EY