Tax Manager

Company Description

Want to join a company with a century-long tradition of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit that pushes the limits of the smart lighting industry? A company that requires employees to broaden their expertise to not only light urban environments but also deliver services for engaging and interactive public spaces. With a rich heritage in engineering, environmentally, economically, and socially sustainable lighting has always been part of our DNA. With connectivity more vital more ever, as Experts in Lightability™, we propose lighting infrastructure that will play a pivotal role in building Smart Cities. A family-owned Belgian company with headquarters in Brussels, we are present in over 70 countries on 5 continents.

Will you take the challenge? Let’s light up the future together! 

Job Description

We are hiring a dedicated Tax Manager with a strong Belgian corporate tax compliance background for our in-house tax team who is eager to work on various tax matters in a corporate company with a global footprint on a human scale.

Main responsibilities :

• Assist Schréder in any corporate tax matters at the Belgian and international levels.
• Review and manage the Belgian tax return process and quarterly tax provisions review at the group level (jointly with controlling).
• Support Schréder with implementing and monitoring R&D tax incentives and associated compliance.
• Managing and monitoring the transfer pricing process across the group in cooperation with the Finance department, including preparation of the transfer pricing documentation and reporting in line with the local legislation and OECD guidelines, maintaining Master file and local files.
• Support on corporate income tax and transfer pricing audits at the Belgian and international level.
• Provide support with the implementation of business and ad-hoc tax projects.

Qualifications

• A degree in Taxation + Belgian IAB/IAC qualification holder 
• 5 – 7 years of tax experience (Big 4 or similar large firm experience, in-house experience is a plus)
• Strong knowledge of the Belgian tax regulations and compliance: Belgian R&D incentives, BELSPO process, corporate tax return, and forms 275.XX, 281XX,...
• Involvement in cross-border projects (e.g. structuring, cash repatriation, M&A,...) 
• Previous Transfer Pricing experience is an asset, but not essential, as support and training will be provided
• Committed and enthusiastic, with good interpersonal skills and a hands-on attitude
• Analytical mindset and structured way of working
• Strong Excel and tax modelling skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Language skills: English (French and other languages are a plus)

Applications with no Belgian tax qualifications will not be considered.

Additional Information

At Schréder, every employee is valued for his or her skill set. We actively look for and choose employees based on their experience and the value they bring to the company. 

What we have waiting for you 

• A positive work environment : You can expect to work in an environment that is safe, supportive, and free from discrimination or harassment.
• Flexibility at work : For all functions that allow it, we encourage hybrid working, as working in person and remotely has benefits.
• Growth opportunities : You will be part of a global company that encourages your employees to learn and develop daily and pursue their career goals at Schréder. Our soul is entrepreneurial, so take some risks, allow yourself to get out of your comfort zone and grow with us! 
• Open communication : We encourage open communication between employees and managers and feedback and suggestions between all organisational levels. 
• Shared purpose : If you will be here with us, we share the same values.
• Deeper connections : We are friendly and open to those who arrive, see great value in our differences and diversity, and work together with trust and collaboration. 

On top of that, in addition to a competitive and attractive compensation package, we offer a great number of extra-legal advantages such as flexible working hours, structural homeworking, a market competitive salary, performance bonus, company car, meal vouchers, eco vouchers, pension provision, medical & hospitalization insurance, net allowances and a laptop. 

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion 

We would like to hear from you if you have any feedback about our recruitment process. Please email us at [email protected]

Respect is one of our Values. Our commitment to inclusivity goes hand in hand with our dedication to sustainability and the environment. Inclusivity is part of who we are, so we encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences and abilities.

At Schréder, we commit ourselves to co-creating an environment where passionate people work and win together, learn and have fun. Let Join us!