Direct Tax Specialist

Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips - the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world - like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

What We Offer

Salary:
€62,400.00 - €85,800.00

Location:
Hoofddorp,NLD

You'll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible-while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We're committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.

• Support the preparation and review of corporate income tax returns across EMEA jurisdictions.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors to ensure timely filing of tax returns and related declarations.
• Monitor tax filing deadlines and compliance requirements.
• Assist with withholding tax, permanent establishment, and other direct tax matters.
• Preparation of various intercompany charges.

• Assist with quarterly and annual tax provision calculations.
• Prepare supporting schedules for current and deferred tax calculations.
• Support effective tax rate (ETR) analyses and tax reporting requirements.
• Reconcile tax-related balance sheet accounts.

• Support responses to tax authority inquiries and audits.
• Collect documentation and coordinate information requests from external advisors and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain organized tax records and audit files.

• Assist with cross-border tax projects and transactions.
• Support implementation of tax law changes and regulatory developments.
• Participate in initiatives related to:
  
  
  • Pillar Two / Global Minimum Tax
  • Transfer pricing implementation
  • Legal entity restructurings
  • Withholding tax optimization

• Collaborate with finance, accounting, payroll, treasury, legal, and transfer pricing teams.
• Support business operations by providing practical tax guidance.
• Contribute to process improvements and tax technology initiatives.

• Fiscal Economics
• Accounting
• Finance
• Business Administration

• Public accounting firm (Big Four or mid-tier)
• Multinational corporation
• Tax advisory practice

• Corporate income tax
• Tax accounting
• International taxation principles
• Transfer pricing concepts

• Strong numerical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with SAP is an advantage.

• Fluent English required.
• Hebrew language skills would be a plus.

• Curious and eager to learn.
• Team-oriented with strong stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive and solution-focused mindset.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across international teams.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.

• Exposure to a broad range of EMEA tax matters.
• Opportunities to work on international projects and business initiatives.
• Learning and development opportunities within a global tax organization.
• Mentorship from experienced tax professionals.