French Tax Manager

About BYD

Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and want to create positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team.

BYD is a leading, high-tech multinational, based in Shenzhen, China. Operates in four core fields of IT, automotive, new energy, and rail transit and employs over 300,000 people worldwide. As a global pioneer in New Energy Solutions BYD is dedicated to building a zero-emission ecosystem.

BYD Europe BV located in Hoofddorp, Netherlands. BYD Europe BV offers a full line of BYD electric vehicles, including all-electric cars, all-electric buses, and all-electric forklift trucks.

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About BYD France

BYD France is the French National Sales Company of BYD BV Europe and BYD Company Ltd, a China-based company and a leading global supplier of green energy technologies. BYD France offers a range of electric vehicles, including all-electric cars, buses & forklifts. BYD is expanding its operations in France to support a growing portfolio of New Electric Vehicle Passenger car and LCVs projects.

About the Department

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Tax Manager to join our France operations within the automotive sector. This role will work closely with regional tax business partners to coordinate tax matters, ensure alignment with group tax strategies, and effectively support business needs. The position is responsible for ensuring compliance with local regulations, providing authoritative and practical tax advice, and managing tax audits and interactions with tax authorities.

In addition, the role will play a critical part in supporting new business initiatives by assessing tax implications from both French local regulations and EU tax frameworks, delivering proactive tax guidance, and ensuring tax-efficient and compliant implementation.

Key Responsibilities

Review of all corporate tax matters for the French entity, including corporate income tax (Impôt sur les Sociétés – IS), VAT (Taxe sur la Valeur Ajoutée – TVA), transfer pricing and other applicable local taxes (e.g., CFE, Contribution Sociale sur l'IS), ensuring accuracy and compliance with local regulations.

Oversee tax compliance processes, including the review of tax filings and submissions, to ensure alignment with French tax regulations, as well as internal standards.

Provide strategic tax advice and guidance on business operations, transactions, and new initiatives.

Support new business launches and projects by assessing tax implications, advising on optimal structures, and ensuring tax compliance from the outset.

Act as the primary interface with French tax authorities (Direction Générale des Finances Publiques – DGFiP), leading and coordinating tax audits, inquiries, and disputes.

Review and optimize tax processes, identify risks, and implement effective tax control frameworks.

Collaborate with external advisors and auditors as needed.

Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the business.

Qualifications & Requirements

Bachelor's degree or above in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field.

Minimum of 10 years of relevant tax experience, preferably with a Big Four and/or within the automotive industry; exceptional candidates with slightly less experience may be considered.

Strong knowledge of French tax laws and regulations.

Proven experience handling tax audits (including TP audits) and dealing with French tax authorities.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Strong communication skills and ability to provide clear, practical tax advice to business teams.

Fluency in French and English is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Expert-Comptable or equivalent professional qualification is a plus.

Experience in multinational corporations and cross-border tax matters.

Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) is advantageous.

If you align with our mission and have the skills we need, apply to be our Finance Assistant in France today. Join us in our journey towards a sustainable future!

Type of Employment: Full-time