Tax Compliance Specialist

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Job Description

As a Tax Specialist focused on Corporate Tax for the European region, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with local tax regulations, supporting tax reporting processes, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions. You will also provide project-related tax advice to the business, contributing to strategic decision-making and operational efficiency. This role demands strong technical tax expertise, analytical capabilities, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, cross-border environment.

Reporting to the Senior Tax Manager for Continental Europe, your responsibilities will include:

Europe Tax

• Support local Controllership teams with corporate tax return-related requests to ensure timely and accurate filings.
• Assist in quarterly and annual tax reporting, including rolling forward data, updating corporate tax rates, and collecting prepayment and withholding tax information.
• Review tax calculations prepared by internal Controllership or external advisors for European entities and escalate findings to the Senior Tax Manager.
• Manage ad-hoc tax-related requests from internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor payments for invoices from third-party vendors providing tax-related services.
• Assist in tax audits by gathering and organizing relevant documentation.
• Conduct research to support tax issues and new projects, escalating findings to the Senior Tax Manager.
• Collaborate with the Senior Tax Manager to establish and refine tax compliance processes, contributing to process improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrate ownership, independence, and a collaborative mindset in all tasks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics, ideally with a focus in Tax.
• Certification as an Expert Accountant regulated by CECCAR (Corpul Experților Contabili și Contabililor Autorizați din România) or an equivalent professional qualification.
• 3–4 years of relevant professional experience in Tax, Finance, or Accounting.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
• Solid understanding of taxation principles, accounting standards, procedures, and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle and Blackline is an advantage, though not required.

Additional Information

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at

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You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

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