Tax Support Officer

What you will do

At imec, we are committed to making a positive impact on society through our research in nanoelectronics and digital technologies. Also tax compliance is an integral part of our financial policies.
As the Tax Support Officer at imec, you will work closely with various stakeholders to ensure tax compliance. You will assist the corporate finance team with all tax-related matters, contributing to a dynamic and innovative environment alongside leading experts in the field.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Track and identify changes in tax legislation and incentives.
• Handle obligations in Transfer Pricing, Corporate Tax, VAT, and deductions.
• Collaborate with tax and finance teams, providing support to local finance managers.
• Assist in preparing returns and applications in collaboration with internal and external specialists.
• Provide advice on tax-related questions and assist local tax audits.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and share expertise with colleagues.

(Corporate) Income Tax:

• Prepare and contribute to tax returns and related documentation.
• Investigate tax incentives and help to establish the necessary processes.

International Taxation:

• Oversee international tax structures and transfer pricing policies.
• Prepare and review transfer pricing calculations and documentation.
• Prepare and submit tax and VAT returns for foreign entities.

VAT:

• Assist in preparing and managing VAT formalities and audits.
• Offer VAT advice on both national and international matters.
• Track and implement changes in VAT legislation.

What we do for you

We offer you the opportunity to join one of the world’s premier research centers in nanotechnology at its headquarters in Leuven, Belgium. With your talent, passion and expertise, you’ll become part of a team that makes the impossible possible. Together, we shape the technology that will determine the society of tomorrow.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and proud of our open, multicultural, and informal working environment with ample possibilities to take initiative and show responsibility. We commit to supporting and guiding you in this process; not only with words but also with tangible actions. Through imec.academy, 'our corporate university', we actively invest in your development to further your technical and personal growth.

We are aware that your valuable contribution makes imec a top player in its field. Your energy and commitment are therefore appreciated by means of a market appropriate salary with many fringe benefits.

Who you are

• You have a Master’s degree in (applied) economics or equivalent experience.
• You have 5-8 years in a multinational environment.
• You are a strong communicator in both Dutch and English.
• You are analytical, detail-oriented, stress-resistant, and tech-savvy.