Tax Manager | Steuerreferent*in (w/m/d)
Georg-August-Universität Göttingen
Job Summary
As a Tax Manager at the University of Göttingen, you will play a pivotal role in the Finance and Controlling department. Your day-to-day responsibilities include identifying and evaluating tax-relevant matters, developing a Tax Compliance Management System, and managing tax filings and balance sheets. You will act as a key advisor to university faculties, oversee tax audits, and define internal tax standards. This position is ideal for a professional with a background in economics or law who is looking for a stable, meaningful career in the public sector. The role offers a unique environment at the intersection of traditional academic research and modern financial administration. You will benefit from a secure, long-term employment contract, flexible working hours, and a supportive culture that values work-life balance, continuous professional development, and comprehensive social benefits within the German public service framework.
Required Skills
Education
University degree in Economics or Law with a focus on taxation, or successful completion of the Tax Advisor examination (Steuerberater-Examen).
Experience
- Professional experience in tax consulting or financial administration
- Experience in managing tax compliance and audit processes
- Experience in financial reporting and tax declaration preparation
Languages
Additional
- Valid work permit for Germany required. Must be able to work in a public service environment. Professional proficiency in German (minimum C1 level) and English (B2 level) required.