Tax Consultant, Accounting & Tax Department

We are seeking a highly motivated Tax Consultant with 3–4 years of experience to join our dynamic Accounting & Tax team in Athens. The role involves delivering specialized tax advice and compliance services to corporate clients while ensuring adherence to local and international regulations. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment and contribute to the success of diverse businesses.

Opportunity description

This role specializes in the provision of tax services and advice as part of the full accounting and tax spectrum services provided by the team. More analytically:

• Provide specialized tax advice and compliance services to corporate clients, ensuring alignment with applicable laws and regulations.
• Research updates in tax legislation, assess their impact on clients' business operations, and communicate key findings effectively.
• Develop and implement tax planning strategies to optimize clients' tax positions and minimize liabilities.
• Assist in setting up new companies under Greek jurisdiction, ensuring compliance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in the preparation of statutory financial statements in accordance with Greek GAAP and IFRS.
• Participate in the preparation of monthly and year-end tax filing activities, including VAT, VIES, Withholding Taxes, Intrastat, Income Tax, Tax Declarations and submissions.
• Support clients during tax audits and act as a liaison with tax authorities when required.
• Participate in special projects, including tax due diligence, transfer pricing studies, and other ad-hoc assignments, providing specialized insights and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
• Stay updated with changes in local and international tax regulations, sharing insights and knowledge within the team.
• Contribute to thought leadership initiatives, including generating insights and publishing Tax Alerts.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing strategic planning, consulting, and expertise to address their unique needs.

Opportunity Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in Tax Advisory or Tax Compliance services. Experience in Accounting & Bookkeeping will be considered an asset.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field. A relevant Master’s degree or completion of a long-term tax seminar will be considered a plus.
• Good knowledge of IFRS and Greek GAAP will be considered an asset. 
• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• Advanced IT skills.
• Strong analytical, presentation, and report-writing skills.
• A commitment to excellence, with the ability to meet deadlines efficiently and effectively.
• Proven ability to identify business opportunities and contribute to the practice by fostering proactive interactions with the Firm’s and clients’ senior management.

The ideal candidate should also need to demonstrate the following:

• Shared passion for RSM's purpose of “Instilling Confidence in a World of Change”
• High degree of self-motivation and strong career aspiration
• Strong commitment to providing an excellent quality service
• Ability to prioritise tasks and demonstrate good time management
• Strong leadership and personnel management skills
• Analytical skills with detail orientation
• Excellent communication skills
• Good problem-solving skills
• Proactiveness

Apply now and discover 'The Power of Being You'

Inclusive remuneration package, pleasant working environment, and excellent opportunity for advancement, in one of the leading global Assurance – Tax – Advisory Firms. 

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About RSM in Greece

RSM Greece is a full member of RSM International, the world’s 6th largest independent network of audit, tax and advisory firms, with 860 offices in more than 120 countries, and more than 64,000 people on hand to serve our clients’ needs. Member firms are united by a common desire to provide the highest quality of services to their clients. We exist to make a positive difference to their futures. RSM is a full member of the Forum of Firms, an association of international networks of accounting firms. The Forum’s goal is to promote consistent and high-quality standards of financial reporting and auditing practices worldwide.

We are a strategic partner for dynamically developing companies with local and international orientation, seeking the complete spectrum of services provided by Professional Service firms offering Audit, Tax and Advisory services. Our services include Audit and Assurance, Risk Management, Transaction Services, Corporate Finance, Consulting, Accounting and Tax, Human Capital, Executive Search and Selection, Labour Law and Payroll Outsourcing Services.

Being part of RSM - Discovering ‘The Power of Being You’

When you join RSM, you’ll get so much more than a great benefit package. You’ll gain access to a global network that celebrates new ways of thinking. We offer an environment where all voices are heard and everyone has the opportunity to succeed. When you join our team, you’ll become part of an exciting and dynamic environment that’s always moving forward. You’ll discover a network of like-minded professionals who will help you spark ideas, find new solutions and feel a sense of belonging.

Due to our global network, we have the advantage of offering local, national or international services to clients of all sectors and sizes. RSM now spans more than 120 countries, providing plenty of opportunities for you to collaborate with professionals around the world. Be part of something big at RSM.

We want all our people to reach their full potential. There are over 64,000 talented people working within the RSM network and each and every one has a unique offering. We believe in using this talent to the optimum and we dedicate considerable resources to the training and development of our people so they help differentiate us now and in the future. At RSM, you’ll get the career you want.