Corporate Tax Accounting Manager (m/f/d)

Purpose:   The Corporate Tax Accounting Manager plays an important role within the Corporate Accounting and Reporting team, supporting group‑level financial reporting under IFRS. The position focuses on tax‑related accounting matters and contributes to ensuring accurate, consistent, and timely reporting across the organization. This role works closely with finance and accounting colleagues across multiple markets and functions, acting as a point of contact for tax accounting topics and supporting both routine reporting cycles and special initiatives. It offers exposure to complex international structures and provides opportunities for professional growth within Corporate Accounting and broader Finance teams.   Key Responsibilities:    Support group tax accounting activities as part of quarterly and annual financial close processes Contribute to the preparation and review of the Effective Tax Rate (ETR) and other tax‑related reporting Perform reviews of direct and indirect tax positions (e.g. corporate tax, excise tax, VAT) and help identify potential issues or inconsistencies Review selected IFRS standalone entity accounts and support local finance teams with accounting questions Act as a tax accounting contact for assigned entities, responding to queries and providing guidance where needed Support internal control, governance, and compliance activities related to tax accounting processes Manage and perform JSOX (Japanese Sarbanes-Oxley) controls for tax accounting, ensuring all assigned controls are executed accurately and timely. Participate in cross‑functional projects and initiatives, including documentation, process improvements, and implementation of accounting changes Provide back‑up support within the team during peak reporting periods or temporary absences   Requirements:   University degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline Professional accounting qualification (qualified or in progress) Experience in accounting, audit, consolidation, or financial reporting, ideally within an international or corporate environment; experience working with a Big 4 is a plus Basic to solid understanding of tax accounting principles and how taxes are reflected in financial statements Ability to analyze financial data and work with accounting systems (experience with SAP is an advantage) Knowledge of IFRS or US GAAP reporting standards Proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint Strong communication skills and confidence working with stakeholders across different countries and cultures Fluent English (spoken and written) Well‑organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple deadlines in a dynamic environment Collaborative mindset, openness to learning, and willingness to support the team beyond defined tasks     What we offer:   Competitive pay and attractive annual bonus On-going development opportunities in multinational environment, wide variety of projects, ambitious goals and independence in achieving them. Promoting from within culture Freedom with responsibility (we trust your competencies, ability to manage your time and your scope of work) Lot of flexibility in terms of work arrangements (work from office or from home) Private medical care (various options to choose) and life insurance Employee pension and savings programs JTI Family Leave Benefit – including extended paid paternity leave and fully paid maternity leave Multisport card, foreign languages classes Wide variety of trainings, webinars and professional courses on our e-learning platforms, including sponsored certification programs (for employees fulfilling the admission criteria) Modern office with traditions (Art Norblin Factory) in convenient location, equipped with a library, mindfulness zone, spacious kitchen, garden terrace, massage chairs and underground bicycle parking Working in a diverse and inclusive organization of over 40 different nationalities