Senior Tax Manager

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Wenham Carter is supporting a fast-growing Smart Electric Vehicle brand that is quietly building out its European footprint from Munich and is now strengthening its in-house finance capability.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys ownership and stepping in as the internal expert for German tax compliance as the business transitions away from external advisors. You’ll work closely with an international HQ, a small local finance team, and senior stakeholders as the company scales across Europe.

What you’ll be doing

• Managing German income tax and VAT filings end to end
• Acting as the key point of contact for tax authorities and audits
• Supporting transfer pricing documentation and identifying tax risk
• Monitoring and forecasting cash flow to ensure liquidity
• Preparing management-level financial and cash-flow reporting
• Working closely with HQ tax and finance teams

What they’re looking for

• 5-8 years experience in tax or finance (in-house or advisory)
• Strong knowledge of German corporate tax + VAT
• Experience in a multinational environment
• Degree in Finance, Accounting or Tax (CPA / CMA preferred)
• Fluent German and English (Chinese is a strong advantage)

What they offer:

• Competitive salary reflecting experience and impact
• 30 days annual leave
• Strong benefits package (transport, wellness, meal allowances, development)
• International, collaborative culture with long-term growth plans

If you are interested in the position, please apply now.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and General Business

Industries

Automation Machinery Manufacturing and Financial Services