Tax Manager

Wizz Air is a leading European low-cost airline. Our mission is to provide affordable and reliable air travel to everyone, everywhere, while minimizing our environmental impact. We are proud to foster a diverse and inclusive team of over 8,000 employees from more than 110 nationalities, who share our values of inclusivity, positivity, dedication, integrity, and sustainability. As a rapidly expanding airline, we offer exciting career opportunities across a range of functions, from flight operations to engineering, customer experience, finance, and more. We provide extensive training and development opportunities to help our employees grow and succeed in their roles. Joining Wizz Air means joining a team that is passionate about aviation, dedicated to excellence, and committed to making air travel accessible and sustainable for all. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the aviation industry, we welcome you to explore our job opportunities and become a part of our success story. Tax Manager Based in Budapest Purpose of the role To ensure that (i) the Group is tax compliant and (ii) the tax burden of the Group is optimized within the framework of the relevant tax regulations. Responsibilities Manage the Group’s tax compliance procedures in 30+ countries with the assistance of external service providers. Review corporate income tax and value-added tax (VAT) returns. Support local and group financial statement audits from a tax point of view. Coordinate local tax authority audits. Ensure that intercompany transactions are properly documented in line with transfer pricing regulation requirements. Identify tax risks and opportunities and drive related projects to mitigate risks or exploit opportunities. Analyze the tax consequences of the Group’s specific transactions, restructurings, and new products. Work with a network of external tax advisors and compliance service providers in countries where the Group has a legal presence. Experience 4-6+ years overall working experience, with 3+ years' experience of tax compliance experience at a multinational company or advisory firm. Experience with managing a wide range of tax compliance procedures in multiple countries is an advantage. Experience with deferred tax calculations is an advantage. Hard skills Firm understanding of key direct and indirect taxation concepts, with a focus on international taxation. Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, MS Dynamics) is an advantage. Education Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in economics, majoring in finance, accounting, or tax. Tax specialist/accountancy qualification (e.g., ACCA) is an advantage. Language Verbal and written proficiency in English. Skills and competencies Strong interpersonal skills, particularly leadership, thinking/problem-solving, and communication. When applying, please only provide valid information regarding your educational background and certificates, as the original documents will be requested during the hiring process. We look forward to meeting you and learning more about your skills and experience. Join the Wizz Air team and discover the world of opportunities.