TAX Manager

Job Site: Torre Esteve - Barcelona

Main Role

 As part of our continued growth and international expansion, we are looking for a Tax Manager to join our Legal team within Finance. In this role, you will support the company's global tax operations by coordinating with local and international tax advisors, contributing to M&A and corporate restructuring projects, advising internal stakeholders on the tax implications of new business initiatives, and supporting tax audits in Spain and across multiple jurisdictions. You will play a key role in ensuring tax compliance while helping the business grow in a dynamic international environment.

Main responsibilities

1. Tax Compliance in Spain

• Review VAT returns (monthly/quarterly), SII reporting, and related informative filings.
• Manage other applicable indirect taxes (e.g., transfer taxes, stamp duty, excise duties on alcohol, plastic tax, local taxes).
• Review VAT accounting and perform reconciliations.
• Manage VAT refund processes and monitor recoverable balances.

2. International Coordination

• Oversee VAT and indirect tax compliance for international subsidiaries (EU and non-EU).
• Coordinate with local tax advisors and in-country finance teams.
• Review international VAT returns and monitor local filing obligations and registrations.
• Support VAT registrations in new jurisdictions (business expansion, new supply chain flows, etc.).

3. Internal Advisory

• Provide VAT advice to internal stakeholders (Finance, Legal, Operations, Supply Chain, Sales).
• Analyze complex transactions (cross-border operations, triangular transactions, EU and non-EU transfers of own goods, etc.).
• Participate in tax structuring, M&A and integration projects.

4. Risk Management & Audits

• Identify and mitigate indirect tax risks.
• Support tax audits and inspections.
• Implement and strengthen internal tax controls.

5. Process Improvement & Digitalization

• Optimize tax compliance and reporting processes.
• Participate in tax technology and automation projects.
• Improve tax data quality within ERP systems.

6. Regulatory Monitoring

• Monitor VAT and indirect tax regulatory developments at local and international levels.
• Assess business impact and ensure timely implementation of changes.

Organization chart & Job Relationships

Line Manager: Tax Director

Direct Reporting: Tax Specialist and trainee (shared with other Tax manager)

External Relationships: Tax international advisors, Tax Authorities, Customer and providers, among others.

Key skills and experience required

• Strong knowledge of Spanish and EU VAT regulations
• Solid experience in taxation
• Previous experience in tax law firm or big 4 tax department is required.
• Experience in providing advice in connection with VAT treatment and withholdings
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple jurisdictions and deadlines.
• Familiarity with international VAT frameworks
• Experience in providing advice to multinational companies
• Experience in tax audits and tax proceedings before the tax authorities
• Participation in M&A transactions and restructurings
• Fluent in Spanish & English (3rd European language a plus)
• Microsoft office suite (Excel is a must)
• Strong technical expertise and attention to detail.
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive and autonomous working style.