Group Tax Manager
About Us
At Prosus, we improve everyday life for billions across the globe through cutting-edge technology. As a leading global consumer internet group and one of the world's largest technology investors, we nurture and support industry-leading businesses that empower individuals and enrich communities.
We are proud to lead the charge in AI innovation, making significant strides in this transformative field. With operations in over 100 countries, our extensive global portfolio includes over 90 companies. We drive progress in sectors such as online classifieds, food delivery, payments & fintech, and travel, consistently pushing the boundaries of technology.
The Opportunity
We're looking for a Tax Manager to join our dynamic tax team of six professionals based in the Netherlands and South Africa. This position is based in the Netherlands and offers opportunities for occasional travel, providing a global perspective and exposure to diverse challenges. You'll work hand-in-hand with Finance, AI, Treasury, Legal, and other teams in our flat organization where hierarchy takes a backseat to innovation and results. AI and Automation are part of our DNA and strongly embedded in the tax organisation.
Who You Are
You're a tax professional and not afraid to challenge the status quo. Whether you have a background in VAT, Transfer Pricing, Corporate Income Tax or as a (tax compliance) generalist, you're eager to broaden your expertise and challenge traditional approaches to tax management. You thrive in unstructured environments where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to innovate. While you don’t need to be a tech expert, you have the skills to identify automation and innovative opportunities, lead and manage projects effectively, leveraging the expertise of others to drive success.
What You Bring
- 5-6 years of tax experience (Generalist, VAT, TP, CIT backgrounds welcome).
- A strong passion for innovation - you thrive on challenging the status quo and finding creative solutions.
- Enthusiasm for diverse tax work: Combine compliance and advisory tasks across VAT, CIT, DSTs, International tax, withholding taxes, and more, with curiosity about foreign tax systems.
- Open-minded and adaptable approach to tackling diverse tax challenges being comfortable with changes.
- Ability to manage and run projects by collaborating with the right stakeholders.
- Collaborative spirit - Excel in cross-team environments and foster teamwork.
- Growth mindset - eager to expand beyond traditional tax boundaries and embrace new opportunities.
- Problem-solving orientation: You see challenges as opportunities.
Your Typical Day
- Start the day with a coffee from our in-house barista while catching up with the team.
- Attend a meeting with one of the businesses to share your tax input on a deck with strategic expansion options of that business.
- Dive into a project on VAT automation, collaborating with the tax team, finance team in NL and SA and with the dedicated AI specialists in the finance function.
- Work with legal on steps for a legal simplification in the Dutch corporate structure and align this with the South African tax team.
- Call with the advisor who is preparing the Dutch CIT return, to discuss last outstanding items and liaising with the right internal stakeholders.
- Answer a question raised by the treasury team about the funding of a new investment.
- End the day by brainstorming process improvements that didn’t exist yesterday.
What We Offer
- Global Impact: Play a crucial role in shaping the future of global commerce.
- Growth Opportunities: Expand your expertise through diverse global challenges and unique opportunities.
- Innovative Culture: Join a forward-thinking team that values strategic insights and fosters continuous innovation.
- Creative Environment: Engage in work that encourages creativity and constant improvement.
- Collaborative Atmosphere: Benefit from autonomy and self-management in a supportive and positive workspace.
- Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a salary package that reflects your skills and contributions.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a range of benefits including gym reimbursement, health insurance for family members, a fully employer-funded pension, [free Dutch lessons], bike plan, discount platform, lunch allowance, free office snacks, access to 300k+ online courses, and full public transport reimbursement with an NS Business Card.
More About Prosus & Our Culture
At Prosus, we’re building businesses that empower communities on a global scale. Guided by our core values, Innovation, Results, People, Impact, and Entrepreneurship, we push boundaries, encourage collaboration, and create an environment where diversity and inclusion thrive.
We improve the everyday lives of 2 billion people through the best talent: 30,000 across our owned companies and 200,000 across our group. Our brands, like iFood, OLX, PayU, Just Eat Takeaway.com, Despegar and Tencent, are changing the way people live and work.
Looking ahead, we believe AI has the power to transform lives, solve real-world challenges, and unlock opportunities on an unparalleled scale. That’s why our mission is clear: to build an AI-first world that benefits billions.
We value curiosity, ownership, and resilience. We hire people who take initiative, embrace change, and bring fresh perspectives to everything they do.
For a deeper look at our journey and future plans, explore our latest Annual Report. Stay up to date with our latest news to see what makes Prosus stand out. Learn more at www.prosus.com.
Our Diversity & Inclusion Commitment
We respect the dignity and human rights of individuals and communities wherever we operate in the world. Building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and can thrive is critical for us. We provide access to education, which helps everyone understand the important role they play and the positive impact they can have.
