Senior Tax Manager Payroll Tax | Senior Tax Manager Lohnsteuer (m/w/d) - REF89875G

Continental AG

Hannover, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Oct 9, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This Senior Tax Manager role involves leading the Payroll Tax team, providing expert guidance on complex payroll tax matters for the German sub-group, including Global Mobility issues. Key responsibilities include preparing formal tax opinions (e.g., on severance, non-cash benefits, and travel expenses), developing and implementing corporate guidelines, and managing the central CITAX non-cash benefit tool and its ongoing development. A critical component is the central coordination and leadership of German payroll tax audits, requiring significant decision-making authority. The role acts as a vital interface between the tax department, the HR organization, and external service providers like Accenture. Candidates must possess a degree in Economics or Law, 3-5 years of intensive payroll tax experience, and fluency in German with good English skills, coupled with a proactive approach to cross-functional project work.

Required Skills

Education

Completed degree in Economics or Law. Certified Tax Advisor examination (advantageous).

Experience

  • 3-5 years of professional experience in industry or a large consulting firm
  • Intensive experience in payroll tax
  • Experience in process and project management
  • Prior leadership experience (advantageous)
  • Experience in International Assignment/Global Mobility (advantageous)

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Not specified