Direct Tax Specialist

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world. 

What We Offer

Salary:

€62,400.00 - €85,800.00


Location:

Hoofddorp,NLD

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Position Summary 

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Direct Tax Specialist with approximately 3 years of professional tax experience to join our EMEA Tax team. The successful candidate will support direct tax compliance, tax accounting, reporting, audits, and tax projects across multiple countries within the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region. 

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious tax professional to develop expertise in international taxation while working closely with finance, accounting, legal, transfer pricing, and external advisors across a diverse geographic region. 

 

Key Responsibilities 

Tax Compliance 

• Support the preparation and review of corporate income tax returns across EMEA jurisdictions. 

• Coordinate with external tax advisors to ensure timely filing of tax returns and related declarations. 

• Monitor tax filing deadlines and compliance requirements. 

• Assist with withholding tax, permanent establishment, and other direct tax matters. 

• Preparation of various intercompany charges. 

Tax Accounting & Reporting 

• Assist with quarterly and annual tax provision calculations. 

• Prepare supporting schedules for current and deferred tax calculations. 

• Support effective tax rate (ETR) analyses and tax reporting requirements. 

• Reconcile tax-related balance sheet accounts. 

Tax Audits & Controversy 

• Support responses to tax authority inquiries and audits. 

• Collect documentation and coordinate information requests from external advisors and internal stakeholders. 

• Maintain organized tax records and audit files. 

International Tax & Planning 

• Assist with cross-border tax projects and transactions. 

• Support implementation of tax law changes and regulatory developments. 

• Participate in initiatives related to: 

  • Pillar Two / Global Minimum Tax 

  • Transfer pricing implementation 

  • Legal entity restructurings 

  • Withholding tax optimization 

Business Partnership 

• Collaborate with finance, accounting, payroll, treasury, legal, and transfer pricing teams. 

• Support business operations by providing practical tax guidance. 

• Contribute to process improvements and tax technology initiatives. 

 

Required Qualifications 

Education 

Bachelor's or Master's degree in: 

• Fiscal Economics 

• Accounting 

• Finance 

• Business Administration 

Experience 

Approximately 3 years of relevant tax experience gained in: 

• Public accounting firm (Big Four or mid-tier) 

• Multinational corporation 

• Tax advisory practice 

Technical Knowledge 

Basic understanding of: 

• Corporate income tax 

• Tax accounting 

• International taxation principles 

• Transfer pricing concepts 

    

Skills 

• Strong numerical skills 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. 

• Experience with SAP is an advantage. 

Languages 

• Fluent English required. 

• Hebrew language skills would be a plus.  

Desired Competencies 

• Curious and eager to learn. 

• Team-oriented with strong stakeholder management skills. 

• Proactive and solution-focused mindset. 

• Ability to work independently while collaborating across international teams. 

• Strong organizational and project management skills. 

• High level of integrity and professionalism. 

 

What We Offer 

• Exposure to a broad range of EMEA tax matters. 

• Opportunities to work on international projects and business initiatives. 

• Learning and development opportunities within a global tax organization. 

• Mentorship from experienced tax professionals. 

Additional Information

Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

No

The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.

For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.