Tax Manager – E‑Mobility & Connectivity Solutions (all people welcome) - #2221490

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Tax Manager – E‑Mobility & Connectivity Solutions (all people welcome)



at the Kia Connect GmbH in Frankfurt/Main, Germany.

Job Mission

As Tax Manager – E‑Mobility & Connectivity Solutions, you will ensure full tax compliance across European jurisdictions and drive the optimization of our tax structure to support the sustainable growth of Kia’s E‑Mobility & Connectivity Solutions business. You will actively manage tax matters related to E-Mobility and digital services, advise management on tax implications, and implement efficient processes to mitigate risks. By establishing robust tax procedures, your expertise will help navigate regulatory changes and strengthen our position as a trusted provider of digital services in Europe.

Your Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with national and international tax regulations, with a focus on EU jurisdictions.
• Oversee and Manage VAT registrations, filings, and returns across multiple European countries.
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on existing operations.
• Lead internal tax audits and provide support during external audits as required.
• Collaborate with finance, legal, and operational teams to support informed strategic decision-making.
• Manage VAT compliance for cross-border digital services, including registration, filing, and reporting under OSS (One-Stop Shop) and non-Union OSS schemes.
• Prepare German VAT returns and ZM (Zusammenfassende Meldung) reports.
• Monitor and advise on country-specific digital services taxes (DSTs) and other regulatory requirements affecting digital platforms and products.
• Ensure accurate application of place-of-supply rules for electronically supplied services to B2B and B2C customers across Europe.
• Implement and maintain systems for tracking and recording VAT obligations based on customer location and service classification.
• Work closely with product, technology, and finance teams to embed tax compliance within e-commerce and billing platforms.
• Prepare and review tax disclosures for financial reporting in accordance with IFRS and local GAAP requirements.
• Stay informed on EU initiatives, such as the VAT in the Digital Age (ViDA) proposals and their implications for online platforms.
• Develop and maintain internal tax policies, controls, and documentation aligned with best practices and audit standards.
• Advise on the tax implications of new products, services, and business models.
• Oversee transfer pricing documentation and manage intercompany transactions in line with applicable regulations.
• Identify tax optimization opportunities and lead initiatives to enhance overall tax efficiency.
• Implement and monitor internal controls to ensure tax compliance across all business areas.
• Represent the company in tax-related audits, discussions, and correspondence with tax authorities.
• Deliver internal tax training and regular updates to key teams, particularly finance and operations.
• Coordinate with external consultants and legal advisors on complex or evolving tax matters.
• Support cash flow planning by managing the timing of tax payments and refunds across jurisdictions.
• Contribute to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting, particularly in areas related to tax transparency and governance.
  
  

Education

Your talents:

• Degree in Taxation, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Certified Tax Advisor (Steuerberater/in) or equivalent qualification is a plus.
  
  

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in a European tax environment.
  
  

Skills

• Strong knowledge of EU Value Added Tax (VAT) regulations and international tax principles.
• Experience with tax compliance for E-Mobility and digital services and cross-border transactions.
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency with tax software and ERP/accounting systems (e.g., DATEV, SAP).
• Ability to interpret and apply complex legal and tax information.
• Organizational and project management skills.
• Fluent in German and English (written & spoken)
• Hands-on mentality and ability to work independently in a fast-paced digital environment.
  
  

Who are we?

Kia Connect was founded in 2019 as a fully owned subsidiary of Kia Europe and is therefore part of the fifth-largest automotive group in the world.

Kia is a global mobility brand with a vision to create sustainable mobility solutions for consumers, communities, and societies around the world. Founded in 1944, Kia has been building motorcycles, cars and trucks for more than 75 years.

Kia is now spearheading the popularization of electrified and battery electric vehicles, developing a growing range of mobility services while encouraging millions of people to explore the best ways of getting around. Our brand slogan – ‘Movement that inspires’ – reflects our commitment to inspire consumers through our products and services.

Our European headquarter that we closely cooperate with, Kia Europe, is the European sales and manufacturing arm of Kia Corporation. From our headquarters in Frankfurt, Germany, we lead 39 markets across Europe and the Caucasus, employing more than 5,500 persons, including about 3,500 blue collar workers in our state of the art car plant in Žilina, Slovakia.

Our headquarter is home to 37 different nationalities and this diversity is truly inspiring! This means that every day at Kia is an opportunity to learn something new and to grow personally and professionally. The mix of ambitious and dynamic employees from all over the world is the fuel to our success. Do you have what it takes to join our team? We are looking forward to getting to know you!

You will enjoy working with us if you like these things:

• A pulsating international environment. Our workforce is composed of people from 37 nations
• Playing an active and important part in the development of Kia in Europe.
• Developing new frameworks and solutions
• Demanding challenges to which you can creatively contribute
• A competitive compensation package; private leasing offer; systematic off and on-the-job training, free staff restaurant, support as concerns Health Management and more
  
  

If you’re interested to become part of our Kia team, please apply via our online portal. We are looking forward to getting to know you.