Indirect Tax Manager

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time hybrid TVA Tax Manager in Saint-Ouen, J, FR we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your extensive tax expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside knowledgeable, collaborative, and strategic teammates. You'll be a key Business Partner for our Finance department, providing pivotal insights and advice on indirect taxation matters. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (including finance, sales, IT, and procurement), analyze business transactions for VAT implications, and much more.

We’ll look to you for:

• Being seen as a Business Partner for the business in relation to indirect taxation matters.,

• Advising on structuring for optimal VAT efficiency in public tenders and contract execution.,

• Monitoring indirect tax implications of transactions (both domestic and cross-border) within the Alstom Group.,

• Conducting regular VAT audits to ensure compliance and identify potential areas of risk or non-compliance.,

• Actively pursuing negotiations with (French and foreign) tax authorities, e.g., advise on tax rulings & agreements.,

• Identifying opportunities for VAT savings and optimization, such as VAT recovery, exemptions, and special schemes.

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Taxation, or a related field., and about 7 to 10 years of experience in the field,

• Knowledge of local and international VAT legislation and compliance requirements.,

• A certification in taxation or excellent communication skills to articulate complex tax concepts.,

• Strong strategic thinking to develop and implement VAT compliance strategies.,

• Proven ability to analyze contracts and business transactions for tax implications.,

• Negotiation skills to liaise effectively with tax authorities and external advisors.,

• Capacity to lead VAT training programs and drive knowledge sharing within the organization.

Things you’ll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues,

• Work with complex VAT structures and public tender processes,

• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.