European Tax Manager (m/w/d)

This is an exciting opportunity to join Avantor as the European Tax Manager (m/w/d) in Germany and be at the forefront of our new function!

Avantor®, a Fortune 500 company, is a leading global provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the biopharma, healthcare, education & government, and advanced technologies & applied materials industries.

This brand-new position offers a unique opportunity to shape the processes and be a member of the team, driving Avantor's tax operations across Europe and in Germany. Reporting to the Sr. Director, International Tax, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations, while strategically planning and overseeing our European activities.

Working model flexibility is offered, depending on your location within Germany.

Embrace the chance to make a significant impact and be part of innovation that we create together!

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in taxation, economics, finance, law, or related field.
• Extensive experience in corporate income tax.
• Preferably experienced in a multinational group.
• German Certified Tax Advisor qualification (Steuerberater) is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of German tax laws and compliance.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and structured approach.
• Collaborative, solution-driven, and proactive.
• Open and adaptable, thriving in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication skills in German and English.

How you will thrive and create an impact:

• Manage Corporate Income Tax (CIT) and Secondary Tax filings.
• Oversee tax compliance processes and collaborate with external advisors.
• Supervise annual CIT in partnership with external advisors, ensuring robust tax planning and compliance.
• Liaise with Statutory Auditors and manage compliance costs.
• Communicate with Tax Authorities and handle tax audits, appeals, and dispute resolutions.
• Research and draft tax advice, monitor changes in tax law, and provide recommendations.
• Participate in financial due diligence for acquisitions and integrate tax processes.
• Collaborate with Finance and Tax teams to drive consistency and identify areas for improvement.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!