Head of Group Tax (w/m/d)

ALSO Holding AG (Emmen, Switzerland) is part of the ALSO Group. More than 5,000 dedicated employees work for the ALSO Group in 31 European countries. As a leading international technology provider for the ITC industry, ALSO offers attractive job content with a high degree of personal responsibility and strong networking, as well as individually oriented development opportunities. Flexible, motivated specialists and managers with innovative strength, initiative, and intercultural skills are welcome in our dynamic environment.

We are excited to expand our Finance team and are looking for a new team member. Become part of our success story and help us shape the future. 

What you will do:

• Development and execution of the ALSO Group's global tax strategy, considering the company's growth, IFRS reporting requirements, and the Group's digital operating model
• Tax advice for the Group CFO and Group Management
• Management of all tax aspects of M&A transactions (including due diligence, structuring, integration, and optimization after closing)
• Ensuring full compliance with direct and indirect tax obligations in over 31 European countries
• Developing, maintaining, and continuously enhancing tax governance in line with OECD BEPS principles and EU directives
• Monitoring accurate and timely tax reporting in accordance with IFRS, including deferred tax calculation, disclosure, and audit support
• Proactive identification and management of tax risks while establishing a strong control environment
• Management of transfer pricing strategy and documentation for all business units in compliance with local and OECD requirements
• Evaluation and implementation of opportunities for tax efficiency
• Advising business and finance teams on the tax implications of strategic projects, new product launches, and the expansion of digital platforms
• Supporting strategic decisional processes by providing tax insights on capital allocation and cross-border service models
• Leading, developing, and training a high-performing international tax team (internal and external network)

 What is required:

• You have a degree in tax consulting or tax expertise
• You have at least 5 years of experience in international taxation
• You have in-depth knowledge of international corporate taxation, IFRS tax reporting, and cross-border tax planning
• You complete your profile with experience in leading tax due diligence reviews for mergers and acquisitions, structuring transactions, and post-merger integration
• You are well-versed and confident in EU and OECD frameworks, including transfer pricing, value-added tax, and Pillar Two Readiness
• You have strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills
• Your strategic mindset and ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, fast-growing environment round out your profile
• You are fluent in German and English, both written and spoken (other European languages are an advantage)

What to expect:

• Varied activities in an internationally oriented, dynamic, and appreciative company with an open culture
• Flexible working hours and the option of working from home or on workation
• 5 weeks of paid vacation and up to 14 paid public holidays
• Needs-based training and further education, both internally and externally
• Attractive occupational pension benefits, higher contribution from ALSO Holding AG
• Special conditions and employee discounts with various cooperation partners
• A motivated team with great team spirit
• Modern office space

Have we caught your interest? If so, we look forward to receiving your complete application.