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Michelin

Global tire manufacturer and mobility services

Tax Advisor

Tax AccountingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeClermont-Ferrand, FranceHybrid

About the Job

Requirements

  • A minimum of 6–8 years of experience in tax functions with substantial international exposure is required.
  • The candidate must be able to work with a high degree of autonomy and responsibility.
  • A law degree, or a finance degree with a Master's in taxation, is required.
  • Fluent English at B2 level or higher is required.
  • Strong knowledge of direct and indirect taxation is required.
  • Expertise in French tax law is required, including fiscal consolidation, the IP box regime, and reorganization regimes; strong interest in VAT and experience managing tax audits are also required.
  • The candidate must be able to draft clear, well-supported technical tax notes for audiences with varying levels of expertise and seniority.
  • Good knowledge of international taxation and transfer-pricing rules is required.
  • Knowledge of accounting taxation and issues related to the effective tax rate is required.
  • Strong interest in information systems and good command of the Microsoft Office suite are required.
  • The candidate should demonstrate initiative, technical curiosity, and the ability to engage in technical debate.
  • The candidate should be collaborative, tenacious, autonomous, solution-oriented, open-minded, curious, agile, and constructive in communicating complex tax matters and building relationships across business, finance, and tax teams.

Responsibilities

  • Support the France Tax Manager in following up on tax matters and responding to questions across technical tax domains as part of a four-person team.
  • Study and document direct and/or indirect taxation matters at national, European, and international levels, according to departmental priorities.
  • Identify potential tax risks, secure them, and implement lasting solutions that ensure business continuity.
  • Identify tax optimization opportunities proactively and take initiative in developing them.
  • Review existing practices and conduct effective technical monitoring to update Group tax rules and ensure compliance with applicable national, European, and international rules.
  • Prepare clear, well-documented technical notes and recommendations to support internal positions.
  • Implement and optimize the Group's tax and customs policy within the assigned scope while meeting legal obligations.
  • Identify tax risks and manage the solutions implemented to control them.
  • Advise on appropriate positions for tax matters and provide reliable, credible, and justified technical recommendations to internal stakeholders.
  • Maintain and develop open, trusted relationships with tax authorities.
  • Contribute to the direct management of tax audits and prepare ruling requests when relevant.
  • Improve tax compliance organization and risk-management practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Cover corporate tax matters for the France scope, including closing activities, financing, VAT, innovation, and direct management of tax audits.
  • Address operational tax issues across commercial activities in France, with particular focus on understanding the business context and handling VAT matters.
  • Contribute to cross-functional corporate tax matters as needed, including financing, research tax credits, the IP box, transfer pricing, and reorganizations.
  • Contribute to regional projects involving other countries in collaboration with European and global tax teams.
  • Demonstrate ethical conduct and the Group's values in all professional activities.

About the Company

Michelin

Global tire manufacturer and mobility services

Michelin makes and sells tires for cars, light trucks, trucks, and specialty equipment, and also offers mobility services such as ViaMichelin and the Michelin Guide. Its tires are sold to OEMs, distributors, and retailers, while its services include fleet management and digital guides that add value for customers. The company differentiates itself with a broad product range across consumer, commercial, and industrial tires alongside digital services and a well-known brand guide, creating multiple revenue streams. Its goal is to be a full-scale mobility partner by expanding beyond tires to services that help customers plan, optimize, and enjoy their journeys while upholding tire performance and safety.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Clermont-Ferrand, France
Founded
1889

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