Tax Manager

Temu tax team ensures compliance with local and international tax laws while optimizing the company’s tax position. We handle tax planning, reporting, and risk management, work closely with other departments to drive efficiencies. Our dynamic team offers growth opportunities in a fast-paced, evolving environment, valuing accuracy and innovative problem‑solving. Responsibilities Identify German tax and EU VAT issues arising from transaction flows, new business initiatives, and business model changes, with a primary focus on indirect tax. Partner with business, finance, legal, and product teams to structure operations and transactions in a compliant and efficient manner from a German tax perspective. Provide practical tax advisory support on German indirect tax matters, and where relevant, on direct tax matters. Manage communications with the German tax authorities, including registrations, information requests, audits, and controversy matters. Support tax filings and the implementation of German tax requirements with internal and external stakeholders. Monitor German tax and EU VAT developments and assess their impact on the business. Required Skills Strong knowledge of German indirect tax / VAT rules, EU VAT principles, and German tax authority practices. Familiarity with German direct tax is a plus. Strong technical research and analytical skills, with the ability to apply tax rules to business operations and new business models. Good understanding of EU VAT concepts relevant to cross‑border trade, e-commerce, digital platforms, and marketplace business models. Detail‑oriented, organized, and have the ability to identify tax risks in new business models and provide practical, business‑oriented solutions. Able to work effectively with multicultural teams and communicate technical tax issues clearly to non‑tax stakeholders. Preferred Background At least 5 years of relevant experience in a reputable professional services firm and/or a multinational company. Strong experience in German indirect tax / EU VAT; direct tax experience would be a plus. Experience in dealing with German tax authorities, day‑to‑day communications, tax audits, and controversy matters is strongly preferred. Experience in e‑commerce, digital platforms, marketplace businesses, or multinational retail is preferred. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Tax, Law, Business, or a related field. German or international professional qualifications in tax, accounting, or law are preferred, such as CTA, CPA or qualified German Lawyer. Equal Employment Statement At Temu, we are proud to be an employer that builds a diverse community. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, where all employees are treated with respect and dignity. #J-18808-Ljbffr Temu