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Tax Manager (Germany) hybrid 1
Date: Jul 16, 2025
Location: Aarburg, CH
About Franke
About the job
You will manage tax matters, including tax audits and tax filings, for all Franke German companies within the Organschaft. This includes Franke Deutschland Holding GmbH, Franke GmbH, Franke Foodservice Systems GmbH, Franke Coffee Systems GmbH, and Berbel Ablufttechnik GmbH. You will report directly to the Head of Global Tax in Switzerland.
* Collaborate with the Head of Global Tax to manage tax audits in Germany by serving as the primary contact person for the tax authorities. Coordinate the collection of documentation, develop arguments to support the company’s tax positions, and draft responses to inquiries.
* Prepare various tax calculations and filings for the German entities and establish a reliable in-house tax compliance process designed to identify and manage tax risks proactively.
* Take ownership of preparing Transfer Pricing documentation (Local Files) for the German group companies, working closely with internal stakeholders.
* Foster strong collaboration with both local and group accounting and controlling teams, becoming the go-to person for all tax-related matters in Germany.
* In addition to the German tax focus, there may be opportunities to get involved in international tax topics and global projects alongside the Head of Global Tax, depending on interest and capacity.
Requirements
* Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in preparing tax filings for companies in Germany, including those within Organschaften.
* Proven experience in tax audits, communicating with tax authorities, and preparing response letters.
* Strong working knowledge of German accounting rules.
* Native German speaker with excellent English language skills.
* Highly developed analytical and research skills.
* Ability to prioritize and manage multiple diverse responsibilities.
* Effective communicator, team player, takes ownership, and is trustworthy.
What we offer you
You can expect an interesting and responsible position with diverse opportunities for shaping your role at an international and growing company characterized by flexibility. The innovative products and strong market position promise a promising company development and the chance to significantly contribute to the ongoing growth trajectory. Fair compensation, support for your personal development, and professional qualification are a given for us.
Attractive employment conditions include:
* Openness to your ideas, a collegial working atmosphere at all levels and a hands-on mentality
* A wide range of learning opportunities from language to management training through our Franke Academy
* Flexible working hours, including home office
* Easy access from railway station and highway
* Free parking
* At least 5 weeks holiday and 5 additional compensation days
* Staff restaurant
* Free coffee drinks from espresso to latte macchiato
Nadja Guenthard, Global Head of Recruiting & talent
Important information for all executive search companies, headhunters and HR consultants
The Franke Group does not accept unsolicited support from headhunters and personnel consultants for our career opportunities. Any CV/resume vitae submitted to Franke or its employees by external recruitment agencies without a valid written recruitment agreement related to the position in question shall be deemed the sole property of our company. In the event that a candidate presented by an agency is hired in our company and there is no prior agreement, no fee will be paid.
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