Tax Manager UK & Ireland

Kerry Group; London; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

About the role

This role is a unique opportunity for a dynamic and progressive accounting professional which offers an opportunity to exceptional candidates to develop a successful and rewarding career.

The successful candidate will report to Chief Financial Officer (based in Tralee) and will be responsible for all tax matters for the dairy business in Ireland & the UK. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to interact with, and learn from, the Senior Management Team. This role gives the right candidate a fantastic opportunity to learn and progress in an environment which will support, facilitate and promote career progression.

What will I be doing?

• Responsible for all corporation tax compliance Ireland & UK, including Country by Country reporting and Pillar 2 requirements.
• Transfer Pricing compliance and advisory, including local and master file requirements.
• Responsible for VAT and WHT compliance for Ireland & UK.
• Other ad hoc tax returns – e.g. Plastic Tax, Stamp duty, R&D credits.
• Management of tax audits and queries from Irish Revenue & HMRC.
• Responsible for Ireland & UK Statutory Reporting for current and deferred tax.

What do I need to be successful?

In Kerry Dairy Ireland we understand that people have very different career trajectories and experiences. In order to be successful in this role we would be looking for the right competencies and aptitudes as well as your proven track record of success in a similar role and environment.

These include:

• AITI or CTA qualified.
• ACA, ACCA or CIMA or other relevant accounting qualification.
• A minimum of 4 years Irish corporate tax experience ideally gained in a Big 4 professional practice firm or from a large multinational environment (1 year minimum out of contract senior).
• Irish tax knowledge essential.
• UK tax knowledge an advantage.
• Excellent numerical and technical analysis skills.
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills.
• A proactive attitude with an ability to work on his/her own initiative.
• Good knowledge of systems and IT.
• Drive and determination.
• Ability to prioritise and work on tight deadlines to ensure that requirements are met in a timely and accurate manner.

What will I get in return?

• Opportunity for career development with a Global, multifaceted business.
• Matched pension scheme to up to 10%.
• 25 days annual leave, plus relevant bank holidays.
• Access to an employee assistance program and employee benefit platform.
• Free onsite parking.

About Kerry Dairy Ireland

The Kerry Dairy Ireland business includes Dairy Ingredients, Dairy Nutritional Ingredients, Dairy Consumer foods and Agribusiness across Ireland and the UK. With a revenue in excess of €1.4bn per year, it is one of the world's leading dairy businesses. With our strong dairy heritage and deep-rooted connection to our c. 2700 milk suppliers, right through to our portfolio of innovative and high-quality brands, the dairy business has a unique and compelling proposition for both consumers and our customers.

Our dairy business has a diversified portfolio of dairy, nutritional ingredients and market leading dairy brands and its vertically integrated dairy processing ensures the highest quality, sustainably produced 1.2bn litres of milk for our dairy, nutritional ingredients, and consumer foods business- a key consideration among some of our largest customers across the globe.

We have an unrivalled dairy consumers brands portfolio coupled with a track record in innovation underpinned by technology and science. We manufacture and market our own leading butter, dairy and plant spreads brands: Dairygold, Low Low, Pure & Golden Cow. We are the largest supplier of Private Label dairy spreads, supplying all major retailers in Ireland, the UK and mainland Europe. Our cheese brands compete in children's cheese snacks (Attack-a-Snak), natural cheese (block, slices and grated), and in processed cheese segments and our leading cheese brands include Strings & Things, Coleraine, and Charleville cheese. Through our multi-geographical presence (UK, Ireland, and Western Europe) we have a deep consumer insight which is a key component of the business.

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In Kerry Dairy Ireland we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles, and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.

Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit. We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry Dairy Ireland and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status or any other protected characteristic.