Tax Manager VAT | Tax Manager VAT (m/w/d)

EDEKA ZENTRALE Stiftung & Co. KG

Hamburg, Hamburg, Deutschland
Published Apr 13, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As a Tax Manager VAT at EDEKA's Hamburg headquarters, you will play a pivotal role in managing the group's value-added tax strategy across diverse business models. Your daily responsibilities involve the independent coordination of international VAT registrations and performing complex data analyses. You will act as a key consultant for internal departments, providing solution-oriented advice on VAT queries and driving projects related to future regulatory developments like ViDA (VAT in the Digital Age). A unique aspect of this role is the technical involvement in administering and optimizing tax engines. This position is ideal for professionals who enjoy the intersection of taxation, process management, and technology. EDEKA offers a secure environment with attractive benefits including mobile work options, 30 days of vacation, on-site dining, and comprehensive health management, all within one of Germany's most successful retail organizations.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Economics or Business Administration with a focus on Taxation, or a completed professional vocational training in the tax field.

Experience

  • At least 3 years of professional experience in the tax department of a corporate group or a major tax consulting firm
  • Specialized experience in Value Added Tax (VAT/Umsatzsteuer)
  • Experience with SAP and ideally Global Tax Center
  • Experience in the application or administration of Tax Engines
  • Proven track record in handling international VAT registrations

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • The role is based in Hamburg (City Nord). Applicants must provide their salary expectations and earliest possible start date.