The posting
Let’s be #BrilliantTogether
Location: Eschborn, Germany | Reporting line: Global Head of Tax, ISS STOXX Group
Working model: Hybrid
To strengthen our global ISS STOXX Tax Function, we are looking for a motivated and ambitious Manager Direct Tax Compliance & Tax Reporting - Germany (m/f/d) to join our team in Eschborn.
This role offers a unique opportunity to combine German and international corporate tax expertise with tax accounting, financial reporting, Pillar Two, tax risk management, and strategic tax projects in a dynamic international environment.
Working closely with the Global Head of Tax, you will collaborate with senior stakeholders across Finance, Accounting, Legal, Treasury, and external advisors while taking ownership of key direct tax, tax reporting, and tax accounting matters.
This position is ideal for a qualified German Tax Advisor (Steuerberater/in) seeking an international in-house role with significant ownership, visibility, and long-term career development opportunities.
Your Responsibilities
Direct Tax Compliance & Reporting
- Take ownership of corporate income tax compliance for our German group entities.
- Manage and coordinate the preparation and review of corporate income tax returns (Körperschaftsteuer), trade tax returns (Gewerbesteuer) and other relevant German direct tax filings, declarations and notifications.
- Review tax assessments and tax notices, manage tax appeals, tax payments and cash tax planning processes.
- Coordinate external tax advisors and ensure timely and high-quality compliance delivery.
- Monitor legislative developments, assess their impact on the business and implement changes on tax compliance and reporting processes.
Tax Accounting & Reporting
- Manage tax accounting and tax reporting under IFRS and HGB, including preparation and review of current and deferred tax calculations under IAS 12, interim tax reporting under IAS 34 and the preparation of tax notes, disclosures and tax reporting packages.
- Support quarterly and annual financial statement processes for tax positions in close cooperation with Accounting and Finance.
- Manage tax forecasting and effective tax rate analysis, and support tax-sensitive business planning and forecasting activities.
- Participate in OECD Pillar Two calculations and reporting processes.
- Act as a key contact for external auditors on tax accounting and tax reporting matters.
- Drive continuous improvements in tax reporting processes and controls.
Tax Risk Management
- Identify, assess, monitor, and report tax risks across the Group.
- Prepare and document uncertain tax positions under IFRIC 23.
- Support tax governance, tax controls, and risk mitigation initiatives across the Group.
Tax Audits & Controversy
- Support the management of tax audits and coordinate responses to tax audit requests.
- Prepare technical documentation and supporting files.
- Manage relationships with external advisors and tax authorities.
Strategic Tax Projects
- Support tax aspects of M&A transactions, legal entity integration, restructuring and reorganization projects.
- Lead or support international tax projects, strategic business initiatives, and cross-border transactions.
- Prepare technical tax memoranda and provide practical guidance to internal stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities to improve tax processes through automation, digitalization and the effective use of AI-enabled solutions in the tax function.
Stakeholder Management
- Collaborate closely with colleagues across the global Tax Team and other internal stakeholders.
- Support tax knowledge development within the organization through training and coaching of internal stakeholders.
- Act as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders and partner with Finance, Accounting, Legal and business stakeholders on tax implications of strategic and operational decisions.
Your Profile
Qualifications
- Successfully completed degree in Business Administration, Economics, Law, Taxation, Finance, or a comparable field.
- Successfully completed German tax advisor qualification (Steuerberaterexamen).
- Typically 5+ years of relevant professional experience, gained within Big 4, international tax advisory firms or in-house tax departments of multinational companies.
Technical Expertise
- Strong knowledge of German tax law, especially corporate income tax and trade tax.
- Good knowledge of tax accounting under IFRS and HGB, particularly with respect to IAS 12.
- Experience with tax reporting and financial statement processes.
- Experience with tax risk management and IFRIC 23.
- Familiarity with SAP S/4HANA is highly desirable.
- Exposure to Pillar Two is advantageous.
Skills & Personal Attributes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to translate complex tax matters into practical business solutions and sustainable processes.
- Strong ownership, accountability, and reliability.
- Hands-on mentality, combined with a pragmatic, and solution-oriented approach.
- Strong organizational skills and a structured working style.
- Ability to work independently and effectively within an international team.
- Collaborative team player with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Interest in tax reporting, tax governance, digitalization, and AI-enabled tax processes.
- Confident user of Microsoft 365, with openness to Microsoft Copilot, AI supported work methods and digital tax tools.
- Professional written and spoken proficiency in both German and English is required.
What We Offer
- A visible and impactful role within the global ISS STOXX Tax Function, with direct reporting to the Global Head of Tax.
- High visibility across senior leadership and involvement in strategic tax, finance, and business initiatives.
- Broad exposure to direct taxes within an internationally operating group and the opportunity to shape tax reporting, tax governance, and process modernization initiatives across the Group.
- Close collaboration with international colleagues in the global Tax Team and a broad network of international stakeholders.
- A dynamic and collaborative working environment that values integrity, innovation, empowerment, flexibility, and diversity.
- Hybrid working arrangements, continuous learning opportunities, and strong support for professional development.
- A role with clear long-term career growth potential and the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility and leadership within the global tax function.
Why Join ISS STOXX
This is an opportunity to play a visible role within a growing global tax function, work closely with senior stakeholders, and actively contribute to the continued development and modernization of the ISS STOXX tax organization.
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What You Can Expect from Us
At ISS STOXX, our people are our driving force. We are committed to building a culture that values diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences. We hire the best talent in our industry and empower them with the resources, support, and opportunities to grow—professionally and personally.
Together, we foster an environment that fuels creativity, drives innovation, and shapes our future success.
Let’s empower, collaborate, and inspire.
Let’s be #BrilliantTogether.
About ISS STOXX
ISS STOXX GmbH is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market. Established in 1985, we offer top-notch benchmark and custom indices globally, helping clients identify investment opportunities and manage portfolio risks. Our services cover corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence. Majority-owned by Deutsche Börse Group, ISS STOXX has over 3,400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide, serving around 6,400 clients, including institutional investors and companies focused on ESG, cyber, and governance risk. Clients trust our expertise to make informed decisions for their stakeholders' benefit.
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