税务会计师

1. Financial Record Management

• Maintain financial records for the company or clients, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded.

• Prepare financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) or local accounting standards (such as HGB in Germany or PCG in France).

• Ensure financial information is aligned with ledgers, general ledgers, and subsidiary ledgers.

2. Tax Compliance

• Calculate, file, and pay taxes in accordance with EU and national tax laws, including VAT, corporate tax, and personal income tax.

• Assist in tax planning to optimize the tax burden.

• Prepare and submit annual tax returns, and handle inquiries or audits from tax authorities.

3. Budgeting and Analysis

• Assist the company in preparing annual budgets, forecasting financial performance, and performing cost control analysis.

• Perform variance analysis between the budget and actual spending and provide recommendations for improvement.

4. Internal Controls and Auditing

• Design, implement, and monitor internal financial control systems to mitigate financial risks and prevent fraud.

• Work with external auditors to ensure the company’s financial reporting complies with audit standards and regulatory requirements.

5. Financial Reporting

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, providing management and shareholders with a clear overview of the company’s financial position.

• Provide decision support to company management, including financial analysis and cash flow forecasting.

6. Legal Compliance and Reporting

• Ensure the company complies with various laws and regulations, including corporate law, accounting law, and audit law.

• Prepare and submit statutory reports (such as social security and labor reports required in some EU countries).

7. Multilingual and Cross-Cultural Communication

• In European multinational companies or businesses with operations across different countries, accountants are often required to handle different accounting systems and work with colleagues and clients from various cultural backgrounds.

8. Financial Systems and Technology

• Use modern accounting software (such as SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, etc.) to manage financial data.

• Possess data analysis and management skills, using tools like Excel to build financial models and analyze data.

9. Cost Accounting and Project Management

• Analyze and account for costs, ensuring the financial health of projects.

• In large companies, accountants may also be involved in project management, providing financial support and ensuring projects stay within budget.