Global Tax Accounting / Pillar II Lead

Ready to redefine global tax leadership? Join us as Global Tax Accounting / Pillar II Lead, where you’ll shape strategy and operations that keep dsm-firmenich ahead of the curve. From optimizing our global Effective Tax Rate to ensuring compliance with OECD Global Minimum Tax, you’ll lead transformative projects, implement and maintain cutting-edge systems like Oracle TRCS, and coach a talented team of tax professionals. Your expertise will drive innovation, strengthen governance, and make a lasting impact on our global success.

Your key responsibilities

Act as key contact person for all Tax Reporting and Effective Tax Rate related matters within dsm-firmenich globally, including actively coaching and developing Tax Accounting and Pillar II Managers
Define and implement Tax Accounting and Pillar II strategy, including policies, standards, and guidelines
Oversee annual and quarterly closing processes, ensuring accurate Effective Tax Rate forecasts and actuals
Manage relationships with external auditors to ensure smooth audits and compliance
Ensure global compliance with Pillar II requirements
Lead the Tax Accounting and Pillar II expertise center, including knowledge sharing, attending seminars, and driving the technology roadmap

We offer

A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome
Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity
A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset
Opportunity to interact with most levels and areas in the organization
The distinct opportunity to build a high performing team and participate in the definition of brand new processes and tools
An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future

You bring

Academic background in tax law or tax economics, with at least 10 years of proven expert-level experience
Extensive knowledge of international tax structures and planning, including fiscal sensitivities across countries
Strong expertise in IAS 12 and tax reporting methods and reporting packages; Oracle TRCS is a plus.
Affinity with tax technology and ability to lead technology-related initiatives
Fluent in English and excellent written and oral communication skills
Result-oriented, analytical, and adaptable, with strong organizational, planning, and relationship-building skills; able to work independently under high pressure and changing environments

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Our application process

Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal. https://careers.dsm-firmenich.com/en/careers.html

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.