German Speaking Tax Consultant - Fresh Graduates

at  EY

At EY GDS, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY GDS become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES FOR SUCCESS

• Good analytical, numerical skills.
• Advanced students or graduates in Accounting, Business/Public Administration or Economics, preferably study program in German language.
• C1 level of German language certification or equivalent proficiency, both written and verbal, is required in order to successfully execute the day-to-day work.
• Fluency in English language - written and verbal.
• Team player with good interpersonal skills.
• Interest to interact with people from different culture and interdisciplinary backgrounds.
• Ability to work with remote team members and use technology effectively.
• Work-, result-, client- and team oriented and interested to learn.
• Consistently deliver quality work with high standards and exceptional client service.
• Responsible and communicative as well as self-organized and structured.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Any experience of working with Germany personal income tax laws and/or with DATEV Income Tax software will be an added advantage.
• Prior work experience in a corporate environment is not a requirement but would be an advantage.

• Analysis of fiscal data and tax questionnaires.
• Participating in tax briefings to advice expatriates on questions around the process of EY assistance as well as requirements they might have to full fill from a tax perspective and potential tax consequences in Germany (in German, English and/or Hungarian language).
• Preparation of tax returns for tax residents and non-residents in Germany and align with foreign EY offices on tax positions.
• Preparation of fiscal equalization calculations and hypothetical taxes in case the company requires it.
• Review of tax assessments / tax inquiries issued by the German tax authority.
• Participation in weekly calls with the Seniors and Managers in charge of the accounts.
• Keep the Senior in charge of the team informed of the progress of their work.
• Participation in technical trainings.
• Assisting team members with caseload as required