Head of Tax

TN Germany; Frankfurt; Vor Ort; EUR 80.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Tax to lead tax practice operations and deliver high-caliber tax solutions. This pivotal role involves overseeing tax compliance, developing income sourcing policies, and managing tax structuring initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the professional services sector, with a strong grasp of European tax laws and accounting standards. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and excellence in client service, and make a significant impact in a rapidly evolving business landscape.

Qualifikationen

• 10 years of experience in tax compliance and planning, preferably in professional services.
• Expert understanding of tax laws and accounting standards in a European context.

Aufgaben

• Oversee tax compliance for partners and group entities across Europe.
• Develop income sourcing policies and manage tax audits with external advisors.

Kenntnisse

Tax Compliance

Tax Planning

Analytical Thinking

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Ausbildung

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Master's Degree in Taxation or Law

Jobbeschreibung

Job Overview:

As the Head of Tax, you will oversee various tax practice operations and provide high-caliber tax solutions to our Partners. Acting as a business adviser to our Partners, you will produce high-quality results.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Partner Income Tax and Income Sourcing:
2. Develop and implement income sourcing policies.
3. Collaborate with external advisors on local developments and provide support during tax audits.
4. Manage tax compliance for partners in various countries, including monitoring tax payments.
5. Work closely with local teams.
6. Manage the preparation of K-1 equivalents for US nationals.
7. Coordination of Europe-Wide Tax Projects:
8. Implement and oversee post-implementation of transfer pricing policies and documentation, including recharges of fees and costs across offices.
9. Provide withholding tax support.
10. Offer VAT support to local offices and assist with EDGE implementation.
11. Ensure compliance with Mandatory Disclosure Rules.
12. Address mobility issues.
13. Tax Structuring:
14. Handle tax structuring for growth and restructuring initiatives.
15. Support local and European finance teams, including providing training.
16. Tax Compliance and Planning:
17. Oversee tax compliance for group entities.
18. Engage in tax planning and tax risk mitigation.
19. Partner Accounting:
20. Maintain partner capital and current accounts.
21. Monitor partner payments and collaborate with the Treasury team on cash flow planning.
22. Provide support to Management, the Europe Board, and the Europe Compensation Committee.
23. Coordinate with the group consolidation team and external auditors.

Requirements

• Approximately 10 years of professional experience, preferably within the professional services or legal industry.
• Expert-level understanding of relevant tax laws and regulations, with strong knowledge of accounting standards.
• Proven track record of handling tax issues in a European environment.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of accounting standards.
• Excellent communication skills, strong business relationship-building capabilities, and the ability to handle change with ease.
• Analytical thinking and the ability to navigate within a complex business environment.

Dentons is the world's largest law firm, delivering quality and value to clients around the globe. Dentons is a leader on the Acritas Global Elite Brand Index, a BTI Client Service 30 Award winner and recognized by prominent business and legal publications for its innovations in client service, including founding Nextlaw Labs and the Nextlaw Global Referral Network. Dentons' polycentric approach and world-class talent challenge the status quo to advance client interests in the communities in which we live and work.