The Opportunity:

Avantor®, a Fortune 500 company, is a leading global provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the biopharma, healthcare, education & government, and advanced technologies & applied materials industries.

 

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Avantor organization as European Tax Manager (m/w/d) in the Netherlands. Reporting to the Sr. Director, International Tax, the European Tax Manager is responsible for overseeing, planning, and ensuring the effective and efficient operation of Avantor in Europe, in practice in accordance with tax laws, regulations, and mandatory obligations.

What we're looking for:

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in taxation, economics, finance, law, or a related field.Minimum 6-9 years of professional experience in corporate income tax.Experience in a multinational group environment is preferred.The Certified Tax Advisor qualification is highly valued but not mandatory.Strong technical knowledge of the Dutch tax laws, compliance, and advisory practices.Analytical mindset with a structured and detail-oriented approach.Excellent communication and presentation skills in both Dutch and English, capable of articulating complex tax matters to senior leadership and external stakeholders with clarity and influence.Fluency in both Dutch and English, with a strong ability to navigate and advise on tax matters in cross-border contexts.Collaborative and solution-driven working style with a proactive mindset.Open and adaptable attitude, embracing diverse challenges in a supportive and dynamic environment.

How you will thrive and create an impact:

Manage Corporate Income Tax (CIT) and Secondary Tax filings.Oversee and review tax compliance processes to ensure accuracy and adherence to regulations.Collaborate with the Avantor Tax Centre of Excellence in India and external tax advisors.Supervise and manage annual Corporate Income Tax in partnership with external tax advisors, ensuring robust tax planning and compliance with domestic and international regulations.Assist with tax planning projectsAct as a liaison with Statutory Auditors regarding external audit tax requirements.Manage compliance costs associated with external tax advisors.Communicate directly with Tax Authorities on all notices to and from the company.Prepare documentation for appeals and dispute resolutions with tax authorities.Take ownership of tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities, managing all processes and leading negotiations in close consultation with the larger Avantor tax department, to ensure favorable outcomes.Research and draft tax advice on a range of topics with support from senior team members.Monitor and analyze changes in tax law and regulation in the region and provide recommendations for measures to address the potential impacts.Participate in financial due diligence for acquisition targets and play a leadership role in integrating tax processes in acquired companies.Collaborate closely with other leaders within the broader Finance and Tax teams to drive consistency in  tax processes and overall performance.Identify areas for process, system and reporting improvement within the areas of responsibility.Other tasks as needed.

Why Avantor?

 

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.  

 

The work we do changes people’s lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom’s voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.  

 

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today! 

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
 
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
 
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

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We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

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