International Tax Manager

Armstrong Knight; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Outstanding compensation package

Clearly defined career progression path

Job summary

A multinational corporation in Basildon is seeking an experienced European Tax Manager to oversee tax reporting and international tax projects across Europe. The role demands extensive experience in public accounting, proficiency in local tax laws, and strong communication skills. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with finance controllers from various countries, handle tax compliance issues, and manage relationships with tax authorities. The company offers a competitive compensation package with flexible and hybrid working options.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of a combination of public accounting and in-house experience.
• Strong knowledge of local country taxation including the UK, and experience in Germany or Italy preferred.
• Experience with transfer pricing and understanding of international tax concepts.

Responsibilities

• Review European country inputs into the quarterly group tax provision.
• Work closely with European Finance Director for required tax support.
• Manage relationships with UK Tax Authorities.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Detail-oriented

Strong knowledge of local country taxation

Good communication skills

Education

License as CPA or Chartered Accountant

Tools

OneSource Tax Provision software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Reporting to the Senior Director - International Tax, Planning, and M&A, this role will have broad responsibilities covering both Tax reporting and international tax projects for European country tax matters. X operates in over 20 countries in Europe so you can be sure it will be always challenging, and never dull!

The main responsibilities of the European Tax Manager:

TAX REPORTING

• Review the European country inputs into the quarterly group tax provision (US GAAP)
• Maintain a tracker of International Tax risks relating to Europe and input into the FIN48 reporting requirements for U.S. GAAP tax accounting.
• Understand local Statutory accounts and review stat to U.S. GAAP reconciliations as part of year-end processes
• Assist with information gathering for local tax compliance, transfer pricing, and US tax reporting.

INTERNATIONAL TAXATION

• Work closely with the European Finance Director (based in the Basildon office) and provide all required tax support, including coordinating external advisors as needed
• Build strong working relationships with finance controllers across the region (in particular in Italy and Germany) to understand the business activities, identify tax issues, and advise on tax issues related to business plans
• Provide oversight on issues such as employment taxes and indirect taxes and, provide day-to-day tax advice to the OpCos to assist with decision making
• Research and document relevant local country tax laws in support of tax return positions and tax planning
• Work closely with the Treasury team to advise on withholding tax and other international tax implications of cross-border financing
• Prepare to withhold tax clearance applications and tax residency certificate requests as needed
• Manage and assist with tax planning projects and transactions by providing technical analysis and engaging with a cross-section of functions at all levels within the OpCos and teams
• Identify and address developments in international tax law impacting the Group’s organization and operating structure.
• Analyze and monitor permanent establishment risk for group companies
• Support local teams in responding to tax audits, including working with in-country advisors, and preparing appropriate supporting documentation to defend positions
• Assist with transfer pricing issues and planning, working closely with the dedicated Transfer Pricing Manager
• Review local TP documentation for accuracy of business facts
• Support tax integration or separation efforts for acquisitions, divestitures, and restructuring
• Work closely with the group’s outsourced compliance providers to facilitate information gathering for the preparation of corporate tax returns in the UK and Cyprus
• Manage the relationship with the UK Tax Authorities

WHO YOU ARE

You are a self-motivated problem solver who is detail-oriented and eager to grow professionally within the International Tax function.

• 10+ years of a combination of public accounting and in-house experience
• Licensed CPA, Chartered Accountant, or other designation
• Strong knowledge of local country taxation (this should include the UK and experience of Germany or Italy would also be preferred), OECD, and other global initiatives with a good understanding of international tax concepts including transfer pricing
• Good working knowledge of US GAAP and US/international tax interaction
• Successful working independently and as a member of a team
• Desire and ability to contribute to the continuous development and success of our team
• OneSource Tax Provision software and tax automation experience is preferred experience (with Alteryx or comparable tool is a plus)
• High level of demonstrated technical proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint)
• Ability to build strong collaborative relationships within the business and corporate teams
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Our client is offering an outstanding compensation package, hybrid and flexible working and clearly defined career progression path.