Director, Wage Tax
Amsterdam, Netherlands
About Alvarez & Marsal
Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.
The Team
A&M Tax is an independent tax group made up of experienced tax professionals dedicated to providing customized tax advice to clients and investors across a broad range of industries. Its professionals extend A&M’s commitment to offering clients a choice in advisors who are free from audit-based conflicts of interest and bring an unyielding commitment to delivering responsive client service. A&M Tax has offices in major metropolitan markets throughout EMEA, the U.S., Asia and Australia.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Wage Tax Director for our growing tax team in the Amsterdam office. This role will give you unique career opportunities in one of the fastest growing tax practices. The Wage Tax Director will be responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of wage tax compliance and advice for our clients. This role involves ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll taxes, staying updated on relevant tax laws and regulations, and providing guidance to the payroll team as well as identifying business development opportunities and maintaining strong relationships with our existing clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver on complex wage tax and payroll tax matters working closely with Managing Directors.
- Provide commercial insights and considerations that help drive the growth of the practice.
- Develop relationships with clients and build your external network.
- Oversee the development of junior colleagues, contributing to their professional growth.
- Internally network with other A&M service lines to deliver integrated solutions.
- Identify opportunities for improving the overall payroll tax processes and implement changes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Regulatory Updates: Stay informed about changes in wage tax laws and regulations and implement necessary updates to payroll processes.
- Act as the main point of contact for our clients, identifying any additional advice and cross sell opportunities
Qualifications:
- Proven senior-level experience in wage and payroll taxes in the Netherlands;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Dutch and English;
- A number of years Dutch Tax experience required;
- Strong communication, presentation, project management, and business development skills;
- Ability to simultaneously work on several projects and effectively manage deadlines;
Your journey at A&M
We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.
We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.
At Alvarez & Marsal, our core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity guide everything we do, shaping a culture rooted in entrepreneurship, impact, and integrity. We trust our people to take ownership early, contribute to meaningful challenges, and drive results that matter. We empower growth and champion diverse perspectives. Above all, we value doing the right thing. For those ready to roll up their sleeves, lead with integrity, and be difference makers, this is where it starts.
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