EMEA Tax Manager

Founded in 1929, Yazaki is a global Japanese leader in full‑system wire harness, electrical and data solutions that enable safe, reliable and efficient mobility. With more than 235,000 employees across 45 countries, we are trusted by the world’s major car manufacturers for our consistent quality, operational excellence and decades‑long partnerships. Our EMEA Headquarters in Lummen, Belgium plays a central role in managing a regional organization of over 46,000 employees and more than €3 billion in annual sales. From Lummen, we coordinate complex operations across EMEA and ensure that customers receive the dependable support, responsiveness and long‑term value they expect from Yazaki. What truly sets us apart is our commitment to people, both our customers and our teams. We work side‑by‑side with our customers to build lasting relationships and deliver solutions they can rely on throughout the lifecycle of their vehicles. Inside Yazaki, our employees are the cornerstone of our success. Their expertise, dedication and collaboration drive our performance every day. As a family‑owned Japanese private company, we foster an environment built on respect, stability, and growth, where each colleague has the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a global automotive leader. To strengthen our team, we are looking for an EMEA Tax Manager to join our EMEA Headquarters office in Lummen, Belgium. As EMEA Tax Manager, you will support the tax activities of Yazaki in the EMEA region, with an initial focus on Yazaki Europe Middle East Africa NV (YEMEA NV), a Belgian company which is also our main principal company for the EMEA region and regional headquarters. Working under the guidance and leadership of the Head of EMEA Tax, you will play a key role in ensuring tax compliance, supporting tax reporting processes, managing tax audits, and providing tax advice to the business. As you develop within the role, you soon become involved in broader EMEA tax projects and initiatives. Some of your core responsibilities include:
• Tax Compliance & Reporting: Support the timely and accurate filing of corporate income tax related returns of all EMEA Yazaki entities with a primary focus on YEMEA NV’s Belgium tax complaince. You will coordinate the Yazaki Finance and Controlling teams and external service providers to ensure full compliance with each country’s tax laws and deadlines. Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of European tax regulations will be a crucial part of your role, ensuring that our companies meet all obligations without issues.
• Tax Audits & Disputes: Under the leadership and supervision of the Head of EMEA Tax you will be involved, support and lead contact person for tax authorities across EMEA. You will support tax audits together with the EMEA Transfer Pricing Specialist from start to finish – gathering information, preparing responses, and negotiating outcomes.
• Tax Advisory to Business Units: Serve as the trusted tax advisor to internal stakeholders. On a day-to-day basis, you will support the Head of EMEA Tax in advising various departments (such as Finance, Accounting, HR, Legal, Treasury, and our business units) on tax implications of their operations and projects. You will provide clear, business-focused advice on issues ranging from the tax treatment of new sales arrangements or supply chain changes, to cross-border transactions. In essence, you help the business make informed decisions that are tax-effective and compliant.
• Strategic Tax Planning: Over time you should take a proactive role under the leadership of the Head of EMEA Tax in supporting strategic initiatives to optimize Yazaki’s tax position. In collaboration with the Head of EMEA Tax, you will contribute to long-term tax strategy planning, including advising on the tax aspects of mergers and acquisitions or expansions in new countries.
• Tax Accounting & Reporting: While working closely with Finance teams you are responsible to ensure that taxes are properly accounted for in Yazaki’s financial statements. Each month and quarter, you will review the current and deferred tax calculations for the EMEA region and ensure that tax provisions are accurate.
• Team Leadership and Development: Over times you may can get the opportunity to lead a small team of tax specialists based in the region. As a coordinator, you will allocate tasks, provide support, and guide their professional development.
• Process Improvement & Digital Initiatives: You will support in identifying best practices and seek opportunities to automate and digitalize tax processes.
• Stakeholder Engagement: As the EMEA Tax Manager, you will interact with a broad range of stakeholders and the senior management team in the Lummen EMEA HQ office. Internally, you will collaborate with colleagues in the Tax Department and in various functions. Externally, you will manage relationships with auditors, tax advisors, and government officials. Strong communication skills will enable you to represent Yazaki’s tax position effectively and build trust with all parties. Qualifications and

Experience:
We are looking for a well-rounded tax professional who can combine technical expertise with strategic thinking and leadership. Key qualifications include:
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Education:
You should have a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Taxation, Law, Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related field. An advanced tax qualification or professional certification (e.g. certified tax adviser or accountant) is highly beneficial.
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Experience:
A minimum of 5-10 years of relevant tax experience is required, with substantial experience in a multinational corporate environment. The ideal candidate has served in a tax manager (or similar) capacity covering Belgium and additional jurisdictions. Experience in the automotive or manufacturing sector is a plus – you understand the industry’s operating model and common tax issues. You should have hands-on experience with corporate tax compliance, transfer pricing, and managing tax audits. Prior experience leading a team or project group would be benefical.
• Technical

Skills:
Profound knowledge of Belgian corporate income tax law is a must and knowledge across several countries is an advantage. Experience with international tax principles and transfer pricing guidelines. Familiarity with tax treaties and EU tax directives will help in advising on cross-border issues. You should also be familiar with tax accounting concepts for financial reporting.
• Languages: Fluency in English is required. Dutch is also needed for local communication and Belgian tax matters. Additional languages (e.g., German, French, Arabic) are a plus, reflecting EMEA diversity.
• Leadership & Soft

Skills:
We seek a candidate who not only has technical tax expertise but also leadership and interpersonal skills. You should be able to lead and motivate a people, coordinate cross-functional efforts, and work effectively with colleagues at all levels. Excellent communication skills are essential – you can articulate complex tax concepts in simple terms and are comfortable presenting to executives or negotiating with authorities. A collaborative approach is key, as you will work closely with other colleagues from the tax team, various departments and external partners. We value problem-solving ability. Importantly, you act with integrity and accountability, ensuring compliance and ethical standards are never compromised. The role also demands strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities, especially around critical deadlines.

What We Offer
Joining Yazaki’s EMEA team means being part of a global organization with a strong heritage in the automotive industry and a commitment to innovation. In this role, you will have the opportunity to shape the tax strategy of a major region, work on challenging cross-border projects, and develop your career in a collaborative international environment.

We offer
a competitive compensation package, continuous professional development opportunities, and the chance to lead initiatives that have a real impact on the company’s success. If you are a forward-thinking tax leader with a passion for excellence and teamwork, we encourage you to apply and become a key player in Yazaki’s EMEA finance leadership team. Last but not least

we offer
an engaging and supportive work environment where your contributions make a real impact. Herewith an overview of

what we offer
in our Lummen, Belgium HQ office:
• 1 day remote working per week.
• 17,5 additional leave days (ADV days).
• Flexible

working hours
• Hospitalization insurance: employee contribution of EUR 2,50/month, with coverage avalaible for the whole family.
• Group insurance: 3% employer contributions, no employee contribution required.
• Company laptop and mobile phone
• Cafeteria plan: tailor your benefits (bike lease, multimedia, and many more) At Yazaki, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for everyone which extends to all aspects of the employment relationship. We are looking forward to receiving your application and to get to know you. Please apply by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. We wish you all the success in your application