**About Us: **At Booking.com, data drives our decisions. Technology is at our core. And innovation is everywhere. But our company is more than datasets, lines of code or A/B tests. We’re the thrill of the first night in a new place. The excitement of the next morning. The friends you encounter. The journeys you take. The sights you see. And the memories you make. Through our products, partners and people, we make it easier for everyone to experience the world.
The Role
Global tax regulations continue to change and local (tax) reporting and collection obligations for platforms are becoming our new reality. That’s why we are looking for additional support from a Tax Manager (generalist) to expand our Tax team. The Tax Manager will focus on supporting the tax technical positions for our material jurisdictions. This will mainly focus on our direct tax positions within the company such as PE & location strategy, Innovation Box and restructuring projects, but this could also expand to other taxes like VAT/GST, DST and other local taxes.
US GAAP reporting and ETR calculation experience will be a requisite for this role to support our Tax Accounting team with the ETR calculation and perform a final review.
As a Tax Manager you will work for Booking.com in Amsterdam (Booking.com’s headquarters), where our entire tax department sits. You will report directly into one of the Senior Tax Managers. The tax department currently consists of around 50 persons, responsible for various disciplines (CIT, TP, VAT, Tax accounting and other experts). The tax department is part of Booking.com’s international Finance team (approx. 1000 professionals, mostly based in Amsterdam).
The role involves close interaction with our entire tax team, our parent company (Booking Holdings Group based in Norwalk, Connecticut), our international offices, business managers, functional teams and other finance colleagues. Therefore it is essential that you have excellent management and communication skills in English.
Due to the rapid changes in the organization, the tasks and duties of this role may evolve over time. You will be keen to develop and grow within the role and to take on additional challenges and responsibilities as they occur.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage all material tax positions within the organization, including Innovation Box.
- Assist in advisory projects such as Permanent Establishment (PE) analysis, liquidation of foreign entities, location strategy for hiring foreign talent, etc.
- Review of CIT return(s) and Innovation Box workings for all our material entities within the organization
- Improve existing processes and support the tax accounting team in relation to all quarter close reporting activities.
- Assist in direct tax audits including voluntary disclosure proceedings & relationship with the Dutch tax authorities
- Ensure compliance with local tax rules and regulations;
- Support in setting up new business plans and strategies where they would impact our tax compliance processes
- Contribute to tax awareness and appreciation within the group
- Interface with outside advisors to protect the business model and its international set up.
Requirements of special knowledge/skills
- University degree in Tax Economics/Law or similar degree
- Preferably 6+ years of working experience within a big 4 and/or international environment
- Combination of experience with (US GAAP) tax accounting processes is much preferred
- Knowledge of Dutch income tax and indirect tax regulations is much preferred
- Self-starter, flexible, energetic, passionate, self-motivated, and results-oriented professional
- Accurate, able to work under pressure and to strict deadlines, and comfortable working in a fast turnaround environment and managing multiple priorities simultaneously
- Ability to think strategically, multi-task, and work effectively and efficiently with minimum direction, taking ownership of tasks and responsibilities
- To be able to clearly express ideas and information to various stakeholders in the business and tailor your style according to the specific situation and audience
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) in English and Dutch
Benefits & Perks - Global Impact, Personal Relevance:
Booking.com’s Total Rewards Philosophy is not only about compensation but also about benefits. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well unique-to-Booking.com benefits which include:
- Annual paid time off and generous paid leave scheme including: parent, grandparent, bereavement, and care leave
- Hybrid working including flexible working arrangements, and up to 20 days per year working from abroad (home country)
- Industry leading product discounts - up to 1400 per year - for yourself, including automatic Genius Level 3 status and Booking.com wallet credit
**Inclusion at Booking.com: **
Inclusion has been a core part of our company culture since day one. This ongoing journey starts with our very own employees, who represent over 140 nationalities and a wide range of ethnic and social backgrounds, genders and sexual orientations.
Take it from our Chief People Officer, Paulo Pisano: “At Booking.com, the diversity of our people doesn’t just build an outstanding workplace, it also creates a better and more inclusive travel experience for everyone. Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. It’s a place where you can make your mark and have a real impact in travel and tech.”
We ensure that colleagues with disabilities are provided the adjustments and tools they need to participate in the job application and interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
**Application Process: **
- Let’s go places together: How we Hire
- Detailed instructions on post-application requirements including any required application materials, deadlines, portfolios, coding challenges, or other assessments as defined by BU or department.
Booking.com is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We strive to move well beyond traditional equal opportunity and work to create an environment that allows everyone to thrive
Pre-Employment Screening
If your application is successful, your personal data may be used for a pre-employment screening check by a third party as permitted by applicable law. Depending on the vacancy and applicable law, a pre-employment screening may include employment history, education and other information (such as media information) that may be necessary for determining your qualifications and suitability for the position.