Tax Specialist | Fachreferent:in Steuern

Erzdiözese München und Freising KdöR

München, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Mar 24, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As a Tax Specialist for the Archdiocese of Munich and Freising, you will play a critical role in the Accounting and Controlling department, managing complex tax matters for one of Upper Bavaria's largest employers. Your day-to-day responsibilities include analyzing tax issues—specifically regarding Section 2b of the German VAT Act (UStG)—preparing tax returns, and managing corporate, income, and value-added tax for the Archdiocese and its commercial operations. You will act as a key advisor, training employees on tax implementation and serving as the primary contact for external tax consultants and auditors. This position is particularly attractive for professionals seeking a stable, permanent role in Munich that offers a rare blend of public sector taxation and ecclesiastical administration. The role provides excellent work-life balance through family-friendly hours and home office options, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including public service-aligned pay (TVöD equivalent) and extensive health and spiritual offerings.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree or University Diploma in Business Administration (or comparable degree with a tax focus), or qualified Tax Advisor (Steuerberater).

Experience

  • Professional experience in tax law or tax consulting
  • Experience in preparing tax returns and VAT advance notifications
  • Experience in handling corporate and income tax matters
  • Experience in taxation of the public sector or commercial operations of public law entities (BgA)
  • Experience in conceptual work and process management

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Identification with the goals and values of the Catholic Church is required. Location: Munich. Contract type: Permanent.