Senior Manager Tax Accounting - Europe

Lineage (NASDAQ: LINE) is the world’s largest and most innovative provider of temperature-controlled logistics solutions, with more than 25.000 employees spanning 20 countries and more than 450 locations across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and South America.

We are recruiting for a ‘Senior Manager Tax Accounting Europe’ based in our European headquarters in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. You will be reporting to the Director Tax Europe. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in tax accounting (ASC 740), extensive experience in a global corporate environment and a track record of success at a Big 4 accounting firm.

Duties and Responsibilities

You will play a critical role in managing the company's European tax accounting processes, ensuring compliance with ASC 740 standards within a fast growing US listed multinational. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in local countries and (European) HQ, both internal and external, to ensure accurate financial reporting and adherence to all tax regulations.

• Manage and oversee the preparation and review of quarterly and annual group tax provision calculations in accordance with ASC 740 guidelines. 
• Collaborate with external auditors, tax advisors, and other stakeholders to facilitate the timely and accurate completion of tax provision calculations for local financial statement audits.
• Assist in the preparation and review of tax-related disclosures for external financial reporting, including footnotes and management discussion and analysis.
• Provide expert advice on tax accounting implications of business decisions, transactions, and strategies to optimize the company's tax position. 
• Oversee the integration of acquisitions into the tax accounting process and support post-acquisition accounting calculations and disclosures.
• Stay current with changes in tax laws and regulations that may impact the company's financial statements and tax positions.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal departments and external partners to facilitate effective communication and cooperation on tax-related matters.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives to drive process improvements, optimize tax efficiency, and enhance overall financial performance.

What are we looking for?

• A Master of Tax or Accounting, combined with a minimum of 10 years progressively responsible experience in tax accounting with a proven track record of managing tax provisions and compliance in a global corporate setting, preferably in a US listed multinational.
• Strong expertise in ASC 740 (formerly known as FAS 109) tax accounting standards and related financial reporting requirements.
• Fluent in English.

Why Lineage?

Aside from a competitive salary and benefits you will gain so much from being part of a global company that is expanding quickly across Europe.  

At Lineage, we have a shared purpose; we are transforming the food supply chain to eliminate waste and help feed the world. This means working at Lineage is not just a job – it’s an opportunity to innovate and put your mark on how food moves from the farm to dinner tables around the world. As a member of our team, you will be a critical link in the food supply chain. 

Our shared purpose drives everything we do in all parts of our organisation, from the warehouse floor to the office. Our team members are passionate about the impact they make every single day. 

We are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from persons regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. At Lineage we also recognise that Ex-Military, veterans, and military families have great experience with transferable skills and core values that can add significant value to our organisation.