Tax Expert · Athora

Within our Finance department, we are looking for a Tax Expert ready to play a key role in the reliability of our reporting and the company's tax compliance.

You will be at the heart of operations: preparing tax returns, analyses in BeGAAP/IFRS/Solvency II closings, participating in audits, digitizing processes, and contributing to optimization projects. A strategic position where your expertise will directly support financial performance and decision-making.

Join us and grow in a stimulating, collaborative, and future-oriented environment. Your expertise has an impact—showcase it with us!

The team consists of 3 colleagues who are waiting for you!

Your responsibilities

As a Tax Expert, you are responsible, in particular, for:

• Periodic tax returns: Prepare, document, control, and submit all periodic tax returns (VAT, withholding taxes, insurance taxes, annual tax returns, tax forms, etc.). Collaborate closely with the Finance, Legal, Compliance, Life, and Human Resources departments to ensure data accuracy.
• Financial production and tax analyses: Participate in multi-standard financial closings (BeGAAP, IFRS, Solvency II) related to tax provisions. Ensure the justification of tax receivables and payables and guarantee the accuracy of related entries.
• Reporting and tax data management: Collect, verify, structure, and archive tax data necessary for internal (Management, Risk, Compliance) and external (auditors, tax authorities) reporting. Guarantee the quality, integrity, and traceability of transmitted information.
• Tax audit management: Prepare responses to information requests and collaborate with Belgian and, if applicable, international tax authorities in the context of tax audits or investigations. Monitor tax audits and coordinate exchanges with internal stakeholders.
• Internal control and audits: Implement, strengthen, and document internal controls related to tax processes. Actively participate in internal and external audits by providing necessary analyses, justifications, and data.
• Continuous improvement and regulatory watch: Contribute to the digitalization and optimization of tax processes. Actively monitor tax, legal, and sectoral developments. Support relevant departments in implementing new regulations and ensure their correct translation into accounting.
• Global tax compliance: Ensure compliance with tax obligations (VAT, corporate tax, specific taxes for the insurance sector). Be the internal reference point for taxation.

Your profile

• You have a Master's degree in tax law, accounting, economics, or equivalent, or equivalent experience.
• You have a minimum of 5 years of experience in taxation, ideally in the insurance or financial sector or in a tax firm.
• Knowledge of the insurance sector or experience in a regulated environment (BNB, Solvency II) is a plus.
• You have excellent knowledge of French or Dutch with a good command of the other national language, and you have a good command of English.
• You have good knowledge of BEGAAP and IFRS accounting standards, as well as a solid understanding of financial products and derivatives.
• You master reporting and visualization tools (Excel, Power BI, etc.).
• You are rigorous, organized, and can manage your priorities in a demanding environment.
• You have an analytical and synthetic mind, and you are solution and results-oriented.
• You are dynamic and open-minded.
• You are able to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams and learn quickly and at a sustained pace in a dynamic environment.

Good reasons to join us.

• An indefinite-term contract.
• A human-sized company, within a dynamic group, where you can quickly make a difference.
• Accessible management, close to its employees, and a pleasant working atmosphere.
• Numerous development opportunities, thanks in particular to our Athora Academy.
• A work-life balance thanks to numerous days off (min. 39 per year), flexible hours, and up to 3 days of teleworking per week.
• An attractive salary package with extra-legal benefits.
• Modern and bright offices designed for collaboration.
• A central location, at Porte de Namur, easily accessible by public transport + parking available.
• And that's not all... a sunny terrace, after-work drinks with colleagues, team buildings, an annual staff day, and other events to discover... 😉

If you are looking for a friendly, human-sized organization that values collaboration and mutual support, you have come to the right place!