Belfast-Based Global Tax & Accounting Consultant

A&O Shearman; Bangor; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A&O Shearman in Belfast seeks an International Tax Consultant to join the Finance team, focusing on international tax compliance for the firm and its partners across multiple territories.

You will liaise with international offices and external advisers, prepare tax computations and DTRs, and support year-end processes in a fast-paced environment. Strong numeracy, accounting background, and Excel proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Accounting qualification or equivalent relevant experience.
• Personal or corporate tax compliance experience is desirable but not essential.
• Strong numeracy and IT skills, including knowledge of Windows, Word and good experience of Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to liaise effectively with staff based in other offices and external advisers.
• Proven ability to provide a high level of 'client service'.
• Strong time management skills - ability to multi-task, prioritise, manage and critically review large volumes of data.
• Able to work effectively using own initiative and as part of a team.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with international offices and external advisers for data for tax returns.
• Attend meetings with global finance managers and advisers as needed.
• Involvement in annual budgeting process.
• Handle internal and client withholding tax queries & liaise with global finance teams.
• Prepare DTR calculations for UK tax return filings for partners.
• Coordinate with Allen & Overy finance teams to reconcile international tax payments.
• Involvement in year end work including tax reserves and disclosures.
• Manage international tax reserves including foreign currency aspects and reconciliations.
• Participate in ad hoc projects like transfer pricing and financial modelling.

Skills

Accounting

Tax compliance

IT skills

Communication

Time management

Education

Accounting degree or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Windows

Word

Job description

A&O Shearman in Belfast seeks an International Tax Consultant to join the Finance team, focusing on international tax compliance for the firm and its partners across multiple territories.

You will liaise with international offices and external advisers, prepare tax computations and DTRs, and support year-end processes in a fast-paced environment. Strong numeracy, accounting background, and Excel proficiency are essential.