Senior Consultant, Tax Accounting – Risk Advisory

. Participate in project-based tax accounting assignments with the team, checking and/or preparing tax positions .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRotterdam • NetherlandsSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in tax accounting processes, including preparing complex tax positions and reviewing tax calculations for annual accounts. Proficient in Dutch and English, with a strong understanding of relevant tax legislation and financial standards.

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Tax AccountingTax CalculationsComplex Corporate Income Tax ReturnsDutch Language ProficiencyEnglish Language Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Tax Position PreparationTax Risk IdentificationTax Process ImprovementAnnual Accounts ReviewTax Return SupportTax Balance ValidationAccounting Record UpdatingTax-Related Process OptimizationDirect Taxation KnowledgeFinancial Standards Knowledge

Soft Skills

CollaborationAdvisory SkillsSupport and Development of Team Members

Certifications & Qualifications

Dutch Certificate of Conduct

Industry Keywords

Financial SectorTax LegislationIntegrity QuestionnaireIdentity VerificationWork-Experience Verification

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in project-based tax accounting assignments with the team, checking and/or preparing tax positions
Advise and support companies in improving tax accounting processes
Identify tax risks and quantify them where applicable
Maintain knowledge of direct taxation and specialize and develop tax accounting skills
Collaborate with consultants, working students and interns, supporting their development
Work closely with accounting colleagues to review the tax position in annual accounts
Advise clients on tax accounting matters, including preparing complex tax positions and improving internal tax accounting organization
Support quarterly and annual tax figures for tax returns, validate tax balances, update accounting records, and optimize tax-related processes and control structures

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least a completed HBO education as a tax specialist/economist or equivalent
Minimum 3 years of experience providing and/or reviewing tax calculations for annual accounts, preparing tax letters and/or preparing complex corporate income tax returns
Excellent command of Dutch and English
Affinity with the financial sector and knowledge of relevant tax legislation and financial standards are preferred
Willingness to complete an online assessment and pre-employment screening
Screening may include a Dutch Certificate of Conduct or criminal background check, integrity questionnaire, identity verification, diploma and/or work-experience verification, and consultation of the central insolvency register

Benefits

Comp & perks

Online session with an external vitality coach
Practical tips on nutrition, energy, sleep and mindset
Discount at Healthcity and/or a credit to rent a padel court
Flexible working: choose where and when you work in consultation with your team
Possibility to work from home, the office, the client, or another European country for up to 20 working days per year
Bonus depending on EY’s financial performance
Expense allowance, depending on the role
€40 net monthly internet allowance
29 vacation days per year for full-time employment
Mobility scheme including lease bikes, electric shared scooters, electric shared cars, flexible lease cars and public transport subscriptions
CO2-footprint tracking app