Chanel Tax Manager — Italy

About Chanel

Chanel is an independent French maison renowned for haute couture, ready-to-wear, accessories, fragrance and beauty. As a global luxury house with extensive operations across Europe and manufacturing and retail presence in Italy, Chanel combines artisanal excellence with international corporate infrastructure and a focus on long-term brand stewardship.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all aspects of Italian tax compliance including corporate income tax returns, VAT filings, withholding taxes and tax-related statutory reporting.
• Develop and execute Italian tax planning strategies consistent with group policies and local law; advise business units on tax consequences of commercial, supply chain and operational initiatives.
• Manage tax accounting and provisions in accordance with applicable accounting standards and liaise with finance for monthly/quarterly reporting.
• Coordinate and supervise tax audits and disputes; act as primary contact with Italian tax authorities and external advisors.
• Collaborate with the global tax team and external counsel on cross-border tax, transfer pricing and treaty issues; support M&A, restructuring and projects with tax impact.
• Manage relationships with external advisers and service providers and oversee the work of local tax resources or contractors.
• Provide technical tax guidance to commercial, finance and legal stakeholders and deliver clear, pragmatic recommendations to senior management.

Qualifications

• Degree in Economics, Accounting, Law or equivalent; advanced degree or specialised tax master is advantageous.
• Professional tax or accounting qualification (e.g., Dottore Commercialista) preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Italian corporate tax legislation, VAT rules and transfer pricing principles.
• Strong technical ability in tax provisioning and application of accounting standards for tax (IFRS/local GAAP).
• Proven ability to interact with tax authorities and manage external advisors during audits and disputes.

Skills

Experience

Significant progressive experience in Italian tax roles — typically 5+ years within Big Four, a multinational corporate tax function, or a specialised tax advisory practice — including direct responsibility for tax compliance, audits and cross-border matters.

Education

University degree in Economics, Accounting, Finance or Law. Professional tax qualification (Dottore Commercialista) or equivalent is preferred.

Workplace

Culture

Chanel balances deep respect for craftsmanship with rigorous corporate standards; the workplace emphasises discretion, high-quality execution and cross-functional collaboration. Employees operate within a globally minded yet detail-focused environment that values long-term development and stewardship of the brand.

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