Location:
Madrid, SpainJob ID:
R0126617Date Posted:
2026-06-25Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY SPAIN, S.A.U.Profession (Job Category):
FinanceJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoJob Description:
Join Hitachi Energy in Madrid and play a key role in shaping the tax landscape of a global leader driving the energy transition. As a Tax Specialist, you will act as a trusted advisor to multiple business units across Spain and Portugal, contributing to strategic decision-making and ensuring tax considerations are embedded in business growth and transformation initiatives.
This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of international business, regulation, and innovation. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and experienced professionals in a dynamic environment where your insights will directly support sustainable business operations and compliance in a complex, multi-country setting.
If you are looking for a position where you can grow your expertise, gain exposure to diverse business models, and be part of a purpose-led company accelerating a sustainable energy future, this is your opportunity.
How you will make an impact
Take ownership of specific areas within transactional tax, managing topics independently and ensuring high-quality delivery
Prepare and submit a wide range of tax declarations, including WHT, CIT, VAT, deferred taxes, and other applicable filings
Leverage your tax certification to ensure accurate and timely submission of tax returns
Drive efficiency through the automation of VAT, WHT, and CIT processes, using AI tools and real-time S/4HANA data
Strengthen governance by monitoring compliance, identifying anomalies, and tracking tax risks through data-driven dashboards
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of indirect tax compliance processes across Spain and Portugal
Ensure all tax deadlines are met, maintaining accuracy and reliability in all tax-related activities
Manage and triage the tax mailbox, providing timely responses and coordination with relevant stakeholders
Support tax payment processes and perform regular reconciliation of tax accounts
Assist in tax audits, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth and efficient execution
Your background
Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, Law, or similar, with a focus on taxation or compliance
5 years of experience in operational tax, including preparation of Spanish tax declarations. Knowledge of Portuguese tax declarations will be considered a plus
Strong knowledge of tax regulations and compliance requirements, with the ability to interpret local and international tax frameworks
Experience with SAP (FI/CO, S/4HANA) and tax tools such as Vertex, SAP Document Compliance, or HELT; advanced Excel skills for data analysis and automation
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong coordination skills and the ability to work independently while meeting deadlines
Fluency in Spanish, Portuguese, and English; TOC/OCC certification (or willingness to obtain it) and basic accounting knowledge are a plus
More about us
A holistic range of competitive benefit program to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us – in work and out.
For this role, depending on grade and experience we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules): Annual Incentive Plan, Flexible Working, Meal Allowance, Life Insurance, Medical Check-up, Psychological assistance, Language trainings, Coaching & Assessments.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business Administration, Law, or similar with focus on taxation or compliance
- Minimum 5 years' experience in operational tax, including preparation of Spanish tax declarations
- Knowledge of Portuguese tax declarations
- Strong knowledge of local and international tax regulations and compliance requirements
- Experience with SAP (FI/CO, S/4HANA) and tax tools such as Vertex, SAP Document Compliance, or HELT; advanced Excel skills
- Fluency in Spanish, Portuguese, and English
- Tax certification (able to leverage certification for filings)
- Willingness to obtain TOC/OCC certification and basic accounting knowledge
- Experience driving automation of tax processes using AI tools and real-time S/4HANA data
What We Do
Since its founding in 1910, Hitachi has responded to the expectations of society and its customers through technology and innovation. Our mission is to “Contribute to society through the development of superior, original technology and products.” Over the past 100+ years this commitment has led us to work towards creating a more sustainable society through our “Social Innovation Business”. We work to apply our expertise in information technology (IT), operational technology (OT), and a wide variety of products to advance social infrastructure systems and improve quality of life across the world.
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