(Senior) Manager Direct Tax Compliance & Processes (m/f/d)

Overview

At QIAGEN, we are driven by a simple but powerful vision: making improvements in life possible.

We’re dedicated to revolutionizing science and healthcare for the better. From our entrepreneurial roots to our current global presence, we've grown into a force for positive change. With thousands of employees across six continents, collaboration is our greatest strength. We’re always striving to identify talented individuals to join our exceptional teams.

We have played a pivotal role in shaping modern science and healthcare, and we're just getting started. If you're someone who thrives on new challenges, values diversity and wants to make a tangible difference in people's lives, then QIAGEN is the place for you.

At QIAGEN, every day is an opportunity to make a real-life impact.

Join us, grow with us, and together, let's shape the future of biological discovery.

About the opportunity

As (Senior) Manager Direct Tax Compliance & Processes, you will act as a trusted business partner to management, driving efficiency and effectiveness across tax compliance, accounting, and reporting activities. You will play a key role in enhancing QIAGEN's tax compliance and governance framework, supporting our tax compliance insourcing strategy, and advancing tax quality and change management initiatives. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders while contributing to tax reporting, compliance, process optimization, and strategic tax projects across the DACH region.

Your tasks

• Further develop and enhance the Tax Compliance Management System while proactively supporting tax governance, tax quality, and change management initiatives.

• Support annual tax reporting at both legal entity and group level, including the calculation of tax positions and preparation of tax-related disclosures under US GAAP and local GAAP requirements.

• Manage direct tax return and compliance processes in collaboration with external advisors across the DACH region.

• Oversee additional tax compliance obligations within the DACH region and maintain the tax compliance calendar.

• Manage inbound and outbound withholding tax matters, including reporting and filing requirements, while identifying and implementing process improvements.

• Serve as a key business partner for Accounting, Treasury, Legal, Operations, and other internal stakeholders on tax-related matters.

• Support tax audits, tax planning activities, and corporate tax restructuring projects.

Your profile

• University degree in Business Administration, Economics (with a focus on Tax and/or Accounting), Tax Administration (Finanzwirt) or a comparable qualification.

• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience gained within an international advisory firm (e.g., Big 4) and/or the tax function of a multinational organization.

• Strong understanding of direct tax compliance, tax accounting, and tax reporting requirements.

• Proven ability to work independently with a high level of accuracy, diligence, and quality awareness.

• Experience with Microsoft Office applications as well as tax and ERP systems such as DATEV and SAP.

• Professional proficiency in English and German with strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Collaborative team player with strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.

What we offer

• Bonus/Commission

• Local benefits

• Referral Program

• Volunteer Day

• Internal Academy (QIALearn)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Hybrid work (conditional to your role)

Our people are the heartbeat of everything we do. Passion drives us as we push boundaries to innovate and evolve. We inspire with our leadership and make an impact with our actions. We cultivate a collaborative, supportive environment where each individual and team can flourish. We champion accountability and encourage entrepreneurial thinking. 

QIAGEN is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or disability.