Global Tax & Accounting Specialist

A&O Shearman; Kilkeel; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A&O Shearman's Belfast office is seeking an International Tax Consultant to manage international tax compliance for the firm and its partners, coordinating with global offices to ensure accurate tax returns and timely payments.

You will contribute to budgeting, advise on cross-border tax matters, and support transfer pricing and financial modelling in a fast-paced, collaborative team. Strong accounting background and excellent communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Accounting qualification or equivalent relevant experience in accounting.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with international offices and external advisers to gather data for tax returns.
• Attend meetings with global finance managers and external advisers.
• Involve in annual budgeting process.
• Handle internal and client withholding tax queries and liaise with global finance teams.
• Prepare Double Tax Relief calculations for UK filings for individual partners.
• Coordinate with Allen & Overy finance teams to reconcile international tax payments.
• Participate in year-end processes including tax reserves and reconciliations.
• Manage international tax reserves and foreign currency aspects for partners.

Skills

Accounting

Tax compliance

Excel proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Team player

Working under pressure

Education

Accounting qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

Windows

Word

Job description

A&O Shearman's Belfast office is seeking an International Tax Consultant to manage international tax compliance for the firm and its partners, coordinating with global offices to ensure accurate tax returns and timely payments.

You will contribute to budgeting, advise on cross-border tax matters, and support transfer pricing and financial modelling in a fast-paced, collaborative team. Strong accounting background and excellent communication are essential.