LVMH Tax Manager

About LVMH

LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the world leader in luxury, unites more than 75 distinguished Maisons across fashion and leather goods, wines and spirits, perfumes and cosmetics, watches and jewelry, and selective retailing. As an employer, the Group offers a uniquely international environment where heritage, creativity, craftsmanship, and entrepreneurial spirit meet. It cultivates exceptional talent through mobility, mentoring, and rigorous learning, while empowering teams to shape the future of desirable, sustainable luxury. LVMH seeks individuals who combine excellence with curiosity, aesthetic sensibility with business acumen, and respect for tradition with the courage to innovate.

Role & Responsibilities

• Manage all direct and indirect tax compliance activities, including corporate income tax, GST/VAT, withholding tax, and local tax obligations across multiple jurisdictions in collaboration with internal accounting teams, outsourced providers, and external professional advisors
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation, review, and submission of tax returns, filings, and statutory reporting requirements across all markets
• Oversee tax provisions, deferred tax calculations, and tax-related disclosures for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reporting in accordance with accounting standards
• Review tax accounting entries, reconciliations, and reporting schedules to ensure compliance with accounting and tax regulations
• Ensure accuracy of transfer pricing policies and maintain comprehensive related documentation
• Perform data analysis to support tax planning and inform business decision-making
• Provide tax advisory on operational, commercial, and cross-border transactions, including store openings, restructurings, and intercompany arrangements
• Establish and maintain effective tax controls, processes, and documentation standards aligned with group policies
• Identify tax risks and optimization opportunities with recommendations that balance business objectives and compliance requirements
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess impact on business operations
• Manage tax audits, authority reviews, and queries, ensuring timely and accurate responses
• Maintain robust tax governance and documentation to support audits and regulatory requirements
• Partner with various teams to ensure tax reporting is accurately embedded within financial and operational processes
• Maintain alignment with ERP systems and finance systems to ensure reliable tax data management
• Drive continuous improvement in tax processes, controls, and systems, including digital transformation initiatives
• Lead or support tax-related projects, including process automation, system enhancements, and business transformation initiatives
• Act as the key tax point of contact for Finance, Legal, M&A, and business teams across Maisons
• Communicate tax implications, risks, and recommendations clearly to support informed decision-making by leadership
• Report key tax matters, risks, and updates to the Head of Finance & Accounting
• Support ad hoc projects such as buybacks, liquidations, and legal entity setups as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field
• Professional qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CA, ATA, or equivalent preferred
• Strong knowledge of corporate tax, GST/VAT, withholding tax, transfer pricing, and tax compliance requirements
• Good understanding of IFRS/GAAP tax accounting and reporting requirements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to manage complex tax matters
• High attention to detail and accuracy in tax reporting and compliance
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with ability to collaborate effectively across functions and regions
• Experience working with ERP systems, tax reporting tools, and finance systems

Skills

Experience

Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in tax, finance, or audit, preferably within a regional or multi-market environment. Experience in a global luxury goods conglomerate or multi-jurisdictional organization is highly valued. Demonstrated ability to manage complex tax matters across multiple markets and interact with external advisors, including Big Four accounting firms.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field. Professional qualification such as CPA, ACCA, CA, ATA, or equivalent is preferred.

Workplace

Culture

LVMH fosters a culture where creativity, craftsmanship, and entrepreneurial spirit come together across an exceptional portfolio of luxury Maisons. As an employer, it offers a dynamic, international environment that values excellence, innovation, and the transmission of savoir-faire while encouraging each talent to contribute to the long-term desirability of its brands.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.