Head of Tax

Huvepharma is a privately owned, fast-growing global pharmaceutical and feed additives company with a focus on developing, manufacturing and marketing human and animal health products. The diverse portfolio of companies owned by the family holding provides sound financial resources to support the organic and external growth of individual group companies. 

Huvepharma's fermentation expertise goes back over 60 years and has evolved into a state-of-the-art, high-capacity manufacturing platform with all downstream processing and related functions operated internally.

In recent years, Huvepharma has further broadened its manufacturing platform through significant investments in its existing facilities, complemented by strategic acquisitions in Europe and the USA.

Today, Huvepharma is active in more than 100 countries and its production facilities span the globe: there are two production sites in France, a chemical synthesis plant in Italy, three production facilities for biotechnology and vaccines in Bulgaria, and six sites in the USA for vaccines and veterinary medicines. 

Huvepharma employs highly skilled individuals with extensive experience in the animal health industry. The company is customer- and market-centric and driven by an entrepreneurial approach to business. Huvepharma achieved exceptional revenue growth over the past 20 years and recorded a turnover of EUR 632 million in 2021.

The corporate finance department at Huvepharma is currently undergoing expansion, presenting you with an exciting opportunity to become part of our exceptional team. We are actively seeking a committed and driven Head of Tax. This professional will report to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and the International Finance Manager and will work in close cooperation with the finance department, production and distribution facilities worldwide.

Location: Sofia, Bulgaria or Antwerp, Belgium.

Responsibilities:

You will be responsible for all tax related matters throughout the whole Group with the following main responsibilities but not limited to:

• Providing internal tax advisory services, including tax advisory activities on business matters and initiatives within the whole group. You will function as a business enabler in the group.
• Responsibility for the organisation and compliance with procedure and regulations to guarantee a maximum compliance with tax legislation and the tax guidelines within the group. 
• Being a central point of contact for guidance and support on transfer pricing matters, including but not limited to:
  • reviewing and revising the application of group transfer pricing policy
  • offering recommendations to enhance efficiency and mitigate risks, while ensuring compliance with local tax regulations
  • involvement in APAs and BAPAs where relevant
• Preparing or reviewing tax returns (e.g. CIT, withholding tax, etc) and other tax reporting requirements.
• Providing tax support for quarterly and/or year-end closing process for local and IFRS reporting purposes including Pillar 2.
• Leading or supporting ad-hoc local and global tax evolutions and initiatives.

Requirements / Qualifications:

• At least 8 years of relevant international and transfer pricing experience at a Big-4 tax advisory company.
• In-house tax experience is an additional plus.
• Degree in tax law or tax economics.
• Verbal and written fluency in English and Dutch (if based in Antwerp) or Bulgarian (if based in Sofia).

Person specifications:

• Used to or prefers working in an international environment.
• Awareness or an interest in exploring new digital solutions.
• A proactive, 'can do' attitude.
• Enthusiastic, motivated, accurate, team spirit, approachable, strong communication skills.
• Adaptable with the ability to embrace and respond positively to change.

What we offer:

• Attractive remuneration package with a competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Join an established global company with a long-term commitment to its employees.
• Modern and stylish offices.
• 23 days paid vacation per year.
• Onboarding, internal and external trainings, certifications and conferences that align with your professional goals.
• Sofia office: food vouchers for 100 BGN per month.
• Additional health insurance (premium package).
• Opportunity for a multisport card.
• Free beverages throughout the workday.

How to apply

Using the form below, please send us your cover letter and CV in English, ensuring that your CV contains only information relevant to your academic and professional background. Please avoid sharing other sensitive personal data. Your application package will be treated with strict confidentiality. The personal data you provide will be treated in the strictest confidence in accordance with the applicable personal data protection legislation. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted with information about the next steps of our selection process.