Principal Tax Manager/ Inhouse Steuerberater (m/w/d)

Airbnb

Airbnb was born in 2007 when two hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 5 million hosts who have welcomed over 2 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Every day, hosts offer unique stays and experiences that make it possible for guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way. The Community You Will Join:  We are looking for a talented and exceptional regional tax Principal to join our team in Asia Pacific (“APAC”).  You will be located in Singapore, but Australia is possible for an exceptional candidate. This role will report to the Director, APAC Tax, and proactively partner with our APAC Country Managers and International Markets team, Finance, Legal and Policy to anticipate and identify tax issues, recommend solutions, research and solve problems, and support go-to-market, and exercise good business judgment while performing these functions and working closely with our global tax team. The Difference You Will Make: * You will partner with internal stakeholders (Country and Territory Managers, Legal, Policy and Finance) and external advisers in response to the rapidly changing tax and legal landscape relating to technology companies: * Interface with cross-functional teams as well as external tax advisers to implement tax strategies * In alignment with HQ, interact and work closely with local and APAC Legal and Policy teams to understand and help implement the company’s tax policy goals. * As a regional tax Principal, You will own Airbnb’s tax obligations, manage risk and be the tax POC for the countries under your remit, which will include Australia, South Korea, and other geos in APAC as required. * Your work will help both guard Airbnb from tax risks within our control, as well as help Airbnb achieve its APAC growth ambitions.   A Typical Day:  * Manage local, country and regional-level tax negotiations, audits, negotiations with government authorities, implementations and oversee compliance.  This includes any interactions with the Australian Taxation Office, State Revenue Offices and the South Korean National Tax Service.  (As well as other geos as required.) * Partner with local advisers and APAC Finance to oversee Airbnb’s tax obligations in your countries; identify opportunities to minimise tax liabilities and provide tax input on local stat reporting * Assist with monitoring and analysing tax regulatory developments and tax law changes in the region, and communicate and document its impact to Airbnb and its business model * Where needed, research and analyse new business initiatives (including mergers & acquisitions), and maintain documented tax technical advice and update relevant stakeholders as appropriate * Manage special projects in the region, and provide input and manage portions of tax integration of newly acquired businesses as required   Your Expertise: * 12+ years of direct and indirect tax regional experience with majority of time spent in a combination of: * Big 4 accounting and/or law firm * AND multinational tech companies * platform / sharing economy experience strongly preferred * Strong foundation of tax technical knowledge with in-depth, practical experience evaluating and advising on international business initiatives * Regional tax experience required, which includes specific experience managing Australian tax issues (including ATO and state tax audits, as well as Advance Pricing Arrangements), as well as South Korea.  * Must operate independently and act as a strategic business advisor, while keeping all stakeholders informed of local issues, while seeking input and collaborating within the Tax team and cross functionally where appropriate. * Strong analytical and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize work, influence stakeholders and communicate effectively * Some international travel may be required * CA / CPA and/or LLB / LLM preferred   Our Commitment To Inclusion & Belonging: Airbnb is committed to working with the broadest talent pool possible. We believe diverse ideas foster innovation and engagement, and allow us to attract creatively-led people, and to develop the best products, services and solutions. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Airbnb

Airbnb was born in 2007 when two hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 5 million hosts who have welcomed over 2 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Every day, hosts offer unique stays and experiences that make it possible for guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way. The Community You Will Join:  We are looking for a talented and exceptional regional tax Principal to join our team in Asia Pacific (“APAC”).  You will be located in Singapore, but Australia is possible for an exceptional candidate. This role will report to the Director, APAC Tax, and proactively partner with our APAC Country Managers and International Markets team, Finance, Legal and Policy to anticipate and identify tax issues, recommend solutions, research and solve problems, and support go-to-market, and exercise good business judgment while performing these functions and working closely with our global tax team. The Difference You Will Make: * You will partner with internal stakeholders (Country and Territory Managers, Legal, Policy and Finance) and external advisers in response to the rapidly changing tax and legal landscape relating to technology companies: * Interface with cross-functional teams as well as external tax advisers to implement tax strategies * In alignment with HQ, interact and work closely with local and APAC Legal and Policy teams to understand and help implement the company’s tax policy goals. * As a regional tax Principal, You will own Airbnb’s tax obligations, manage risk and be the tax POC for the countries under your remit, which will include Australia, South Korea, and other geos in APAC as required. * Your work will help both guard Airbnb from tax risks within our control, as well as help Airbnb achieve its APAC growth ambitions.   A Typical Day:  * Manage local, country and regional-level tax negotiations, audits, negotiations with government authorities, implementations and oversee compliance.  This includes any interactions with the Australian Taxation Office, State Revenue Offices and the South Korean National Tax Service.  (As well as other geos as required.) * Partner with local advisers and APAC Finance to oversee Airbnb’s tax obligations in your countries; identify opportunities to minimise tax liabilities and provide tax input on local stat reporting * Assist with monitoring and analysing tax regulatory developments and tax law changes in the region, and communicate and document its impact to Airbnb and its business model * Where needed, research and analyse new business initiatives (including mergers & acquisitions), and maintain documented tax technical advice and update relevant stakeholders as appropriate * Manage special projects in the region, and provide input and manage portions of tax integration of newly acquired businesses as required   Your Expertise: * 12+ years of direct and indirect tax regional experience with majority of time spent in a combination of: * Big 4 accounting and/or law firm * AND multinational tech companies * platform / sharing economy experience strongly preferred * Strong foundation of tax technical knowledge with in-depth, practical experience evaluating and advising on international business initiatives * Regional tax experience required, which includes specific experience managing Australian tax issues (including ATO and state tax audits, as well as Advance Pricing Arrangements), as well as South Korea.  * Must operate independently and act as a strategic business advisor, while keeping all stakeholders informed of local issues, while seeking input and collaborating within the Tax team and cross functionally where appropriate. * Strong analytical and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize work, influence stakeholders and communicate effectively * Some international travel may be required * CA / CPA and/or LLB / LLM preferred   Our Commitment To Inclusion & Belonging: Airbnb is committed to working with the broadest talent pool possible. We believe diverse ideas foster innovation and engagement, and allow us to attract creatively-led people, and to develop the best products, services and solutions. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Airbnb

Airbnb was born in 2007 when two hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home, and has since grown to over 5 million hosts who have welcomed over 2 billion guest arrivals in almost every country across the globe. Every day, hosts offer unique stays and experiences that make it possible for guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way. The Community You Will Join:  The Tax Controversy team is responsible for developing and implementing Airbnb’s global audit strategy, including determining a vision for global tax disputes and coordinating and leading responses with tax authorities worldwide. The tax controversy team collaborates across all areas of the tax group, legal, and policy in responding to audit and tax litigation issues involving Airbnb’s direct and indirect taxes. This role allows a candidate to be immersed in a variety of tax issues and high profile tax disputes, and will work with the Airbnb Tax Controversy and Dublin Tax teams, outside advisors, and across departments at Airbnb to respond to global tax authorities and support the company’s return positions with a focus on EMEA issues.  The Difference You Will Make: * You will be responsible for helping the Tax Controversy team deliver superior tax audit and litigation results with a focus on EMEA. This includes managing tax disputes by preparing responses to tax authority requests, mastering the company’s facts, preparing for and participating in regular meetings with tax authorities, and helping develop the audit and tax litigation strategies. * You will also be responsible for working cross functionally to ensure the business is updated and aware of audit risks and business concerns, and working across all groups of the Tax team to help strengthen our tax positions as they are being considered. A Typical Day:  * Support the Tax Controversy team’s management of tax audits and litigation by coordinating across all groups of the Tax team, outside advisors, and other internal stakeholders including Legal and Policy.  * Co-lead significant EMEA tax litigation cases (including local administrative appeals, litigation before EMEA tax authorities and courts), overseeing discovery, formulating legal strategies, and managing key case milestones. * Act as the point of contact for EMEA-based external counsel, government officials, and regulators in ongoing tax disputes. * Advise on jurisdiction-specific litigation risks, privilege issues, and compliance in the EMEA tax environment. * Collaborate with US, EMEA, and global tax, legal, and policy teams to ensure consistent messaging and strategic alignment across regions. * Analyze and make recommendations about the trade offs and implications of various audit strategies, dispute resolution forums, tax administration procedures, litigation postures, tax risks, and business goals. * Prepare responses to tax authorities' information requests by compiling data, researching company facts, and understanding technical tax issues.  Your Expertise: * A law degree and 10+ years of experience with a focus on tax audits and litigation * Experience in leading tax audits and tax litigation.  * Excellent English skills are necessary and proficiency in French, Italian and/or Spanish is preferred.  * Robust understanding of the tax litigation processes and other tax resolutions processes across key EMEA jurisdictions. * Strong foundation in tax with the ability to quickly learn new and complex tax issues, along with a demonstrated commitment to remain current in tax law developments. * Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail to prepare accurate and persuasive responses to tax authorities. * Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing deadlines for numerous tax controversy matters across multiple jurisdictions in all levels of audit, administrative appeal, and litigation. * Collaborate with US, EMEA, and global tax, legal, and policy teams to ensure consistent messaging and strategic alignment across regions. * Expertise with corporate tax issues common to EMEA disputes, including transfer pricing, data production, withholding tax, and VAT issues.   Our Commitment To Inclusion & Belonging: Airbnb is committed to working with the broadest talent pool possible. We believe diverse ideas foster innovation and engagement, and allow us to attract creatively-led people, and to develop the best products, services and solutions. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. How We'll Take Care of You: Our job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range shown below is annualized, is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, benefits, and Employee Travel Credits. Ireland Annual Pay Range €156.000—€195.000 EUR How We'll Take Care of You: Our job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range shown below is annualized, is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, benefits, and Employee Travel Credits. Spain Annual Pay Range €120.000—€150.000 EUR How We'll Take Care of You: Our job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range shown below is annualized, is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, benefits, and Employee Travel Credits. United Kingdom Annual Pay Range £136,000—£170,000 GBP