Junior Personal Income Tax Advisory Consultant - Hasselt - Industries

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Are you passionate about international tax law and eager to provide strategic guidance to global companies? Do you have an analytical mind and a knack for numbers? Do you welcome the opportunity to engage with clients and help them navigate the complexities of global mobility? Then join our Global Mobility Tax Advisory team!

Join us to expand your skills and learn about all aspects of Personal Income Tax. We’ll provide the global scale, personal support, inclusive culture and technology to help you grow, lead and learn. We are proud that we’ve built a workplace where people can flourish, develop and be happy. At EY you will be empowered to take responsibility and encouraged to seize opportunities to grow your expertise and your career.

Industries: Our diverse client base spans multiple sectors, including transport, logistics, manufacturing, oil & gas, pharma, retail, service providers, etc. ensuring that your experience is both broad and rich.
 

The opportunity: your next adventure awaits?

We assist multinational companies move talent across the globe. The world is a small village nowadays and the right talent should be able to work where needed. As a team we are ensuring that mobile workforce can do their job without worrying about fiscal & payroll constrains. International companies can benefit from the state of the art advise of experienced Global Mobility experts to facilitate foreign assignments and contain associated costs.
We are looking for Junior Personal Income Tax Advisory Consultants to work from one of our offices in Diegem, Antwerp, Ghent or Hasselt.
 

Your key responsibilities

• You will research and prepare high level advice in various international personal income tax matters and be on a daily basis in contact through calls, face to face meetings or e mails with international clients and their mobile employees with respect to global mobility issues.
• You will notably assist them with:
  • Cross border employment situations and the associated tax implications including application of Belgian domestic law and international double tax treaties in areas such as employment income, deferred income, share-based compensation, severance payments, pension income and director fees.
  • Advise on global employment structures, package optimizations, cost efficient remuneration techniques and local constrains like special tax regime for expatriates and related tax aspects.
  • Implementation of International Assignment policies and related issues as well as support the first practical payroll implementation of remuneration policies (salary splits, secondments and other international employment structures, withholding and reporting obligation).
  • Interaction with the Belgian tax authorities during complex tax procedures.
  • Understand and apply the internal processes since data is key in our job
• Collaborate with other teams within our department to ensure a holistic approach on a client level service, e.g. Managed Services team focusing on tax compliance or HR legal team for international social security and labour law implications. You will work as one team, share responsibility and engage to get the extra mile towards your client portfolio.

What we look for

• You completed or will complete a Master’s degree this summer in Law, (Applied) Economics or Commercial Sciences or a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Legal Practice or HR. A degree in Taxation is an asset.
• You are interested in personal tax and payroll matters in an international environment, do have a specialization in Tax or might be interested to start a Tax program.
• You have good verbal and written skills in Dutch or French and in English.
• You are eager to progress: self-knowledge and self-development are important for you.
• You like to communicate. You are not shy to engage in client relationships and have great writing skills.
• You are eager to work as a team player and at the same time find independence.
• You have an analytical mind and affinity with numbers.

What's in it for you

• EY Family – you become part of the EY Family providing you with all the necessary skills, training and opportunities; enabling you to grow to your fullest potential. You will build trusted relationships with the EY global network by working together with different EY teams around the world.
• Attractive remuneration package - We offer an attractive remuneration package; including a company car and charging card, iPhone plus subscription, health insurance, pension plan, meal vouchers, and eco vouchers. Thanks to our flex plan it is possible to choose what you value most.
• Mobility package - As from 1 January 2025, you’ll be able to opt-in for the mobility budget. In return for giving up your (right to a) company car, you’ll receive a monthly budget from EY as compensation. This budget will allow you to use your employer-provided compensation for alternative transportation means or similar benefits, incl. reimbursement of housing costs (on condition you live within 10km of your main place of employment).
• Flexible working arrangements - We are proud of our flexible working arrangements. We will actively support you in building a successful career and delivering excellent client service without sacrificing your personal priorities. We offer flexible working hours and working from home multiple days per week is possible.
• Inspiring work environment - At EY we are dedicated to providing you with an inspiring work environment. A work environment that allows you to further develop your skills and enables you to fulfill your true potential.
• Learning & personal growth - You will benefit from an onboarding program, receive extensive training and will be coached by a counselor. We offer a clear career path tailored to your unique skills with necessary guidance.
• Fun - By joining our EY- teams, you can participate in team activities, and companywide events and enjoy a drink during our monthly after-work drink.
• Sustainability - We have a fleet of hybrid and electric cars. Our flex plan makes it possible for you to choose the most sustainable option for you. You can also opt for a train subscription or lease a bike.
• Diversity & Inclusion - At EY we are passionate about the inclusion and support of individuals of all groups; we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or disability status.
• Location - All of our offices are easily accessible by public transport and/or by car and have parking space. They all have parking spaces and charging stations are provided.
• Best Workplace – You will be part of the 2023 number one rated Best Workplace (Great Place to Work).

Here at EY, you’ll have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. We’ll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our coaching and training programs, you’ll develop the skillsets you need to stay relevant today and in the future – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond.