Tax Manager or Senior Manager

Location: Groot-Bijgaarden

As   Tax Manager   , you play a key role in the   Global Tax Team   , supporting   tax structuring & compliance and tax optimization   across a broad range of countries and different matters.
You   translate complex tax matters into practical, business-relevant guidance   and help the organization make sound decisions across   direct tax, transfer pricing, and international taxation   .
From day one, you contribute to   tax structuring and transfer pricing assistance   ,   group      tax processes   and broader   international tax support   .
By combining   technical expertise   ,   hands‑on operational execution   , and   strong cross‑functional collaboration   , you help reinforce robust tax processes and consistent execution across the Group.
Your work has a direct impact on the quality, consistency, and effectiveness of tax support provided to group entities worldwide.
Key Accountabilities     Provide broad tax support to group entities across direct taxes, transfer pricing, and international taxation, answering business questions with pragmatic and well‑founded guidance.
Analyze the tax impact of business decisions, advise on the best course of action, and support implementation and follow‑up to reduce liabilities and manage risk.
Contribute to key priorities such as Belgian (head‑office) tax processes and tax optimization, worldwide tax processes, and transfer pricing support, including audits, compliance, documentation, and policy‑related work.
Support international structuring projects, tax aspects of acquisitions, and selected corporate restructuring topics, including company conversions or mergers where relevant.
Help develop and document tax compliance processes, transfer pricing procedures, and parts of the tax control framework, ensuring implementation and adherence across the organization.
Support quarterly and annual tax accounting, including tax provisions, and contribute to tax audit strategies, collaboration with external advisors, and support in administrative or judicial tax defense matters when needed.
Work closely with Legal, Finance, and local teams in an international, cross‑functional environment, taking ownership in an autonomous and hands‑on way while balancing operational execution with continuous improvement.
Who are we looking for?
You hold a University or Master’s degree, ideally complemented by a postgraduate qualification in taxation.
You bring at least 5 years of experience in taxation, ideally with a mix of consultancy and industry experience, and exposure to international taxation.
You have solid experience in corporate tax, in an international context; exposure to transfer pricing is an important asset.
Experience in Belgian tax matters is a plus, including topics such as Belgian innovation deduction and R&D incentives.
You are a team player with a strong degree of autonomy and initiative, and you are comfortable working in a role that combines strategic judgment with operational execution.
You combine strong technical, analytical, and risk assessment skills with the ability to understand the business implications of tax positions, manage multiple priorities, and communicate clearly with diverse stakeholders.
You are fluent in English; knowledge of Dutch, French, and/or Spanish is a plus.

Experience with SAP is an advantage, and you are comfortable working in a multicultural environment with limited travel.
What you can expect from Puratos?
We at Puratos cultivate an inclusive global workplace, that fully embraces diversity and equal opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.
You will be welcomed in a dynamic work environment where passion for innovation, team spirit and continuous improvement are key. You can count on a competitive salary package with attractive benefits such as:
Group, dental and hospitalization insurance fully paid by Puratos
Company Car
Bonus
Minimum 5 training days per year
A wide variety of Health&Wellbeing benefits
Responsibilities and the possibility to take ownership of your work
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