International Tax Manager

Arch Insurance; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Arch Insurance seeks a capable International Tax professional to support a broad range of tax matters across EMEA, including M&A, transfer pricing, and tax reporting. The role emphasizes problem solving, collaboration, and managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment across multiple jurisdictions.

You will work with Finance, Legal, HR, and business units to provide guidance, ensure compliance, and contribute to strategic tax initiatives within Arch’s global footprint.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years tax experience in industry and/or in a public accounting firm.
• Insurance industry experience is an advantage.
• Experience with US GAAP and IFRS tax reporting is desirable.
• Ability to identify indirect tax and employee tax issues.
• Ability to research and apply tax law to business transactions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support the International Tax team on special projects including international business expansion, restructurings, mergers and acquisitions
• Provide tax guidance for international contracts, transactions, and strategic initiatives
• Assess impact of emerging jurisdictional, regional and global tax rules
• Manage and respond to tax authority interventions across various jurisdictions
• Assist with the preparation of transfer pricing documentation and related matters
• Partner with Finance, Legal, HR, Treasury, and business units on tax matters
• Provide tax advice to senior stakeholders across the business on a range of tax matters
• Assist in the preparation and analysis of the Company’s income tax provision across certain jurisdictions for US GAAP and local GAAP financial reporting
• Oversight and management of direct tax filings and payment obligations in certain jurisdictions

Skills

Tax experience

Project management

Research skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, finance or law

Licensed CPA/CA/CTA or similar

Job description

With a company culture rooted in collaboration, expertise and innovation, we aim to promote progress and inspire our clients, employees, investors and communities to achieve their greatest potential. Our work is the catalyst that helps others achieve their goals. In short, We Enable Possibility.

The primary purpose of this newly created position is to support the International Tax team on a broad range of tax matters across EMEA including, M&A, special projects, transfer pricing, tax controversy and, to a lesser extent, direct tax compliance and US GAAP tax reporting.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience with a wide variety of international tax issues. The ideal candidate is a natural problem-solver, resourceful and proactive but able to recognise when to escal issues or seek guidance. The role requires someone who is comfortable managing competing priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and who thrives when collaborating with teams across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

• Support the International Tax team on special projects including international business expansion, restructurings, mergers and acquisitions
• Provide tax guidance for international contracts, transactions, and strategic initiatives
• Assess impact of emerging jurisdictional, regional and global tax rules
• Manage and respond to tax authority interventions across various jurisdictions
• Assist with the preparation of transfer pricing documentation and related matters
• Partner with Finance, Legal, HR, Treasury, and business units on tax matters
• Develop successful relationships with internal and external stakeholders (incl. tax authorities)
• Provide tax advice to senior stakeholders across the business on a range of tax matters
• Assist in the preparation and analysis of the Company’s income tax provision across certain jurisdictions for US GAAP and local GAAP financial reporting
• Oversight and management of direct tax filings and payment obligations in certain jurisdictions

Qualifications/Education

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, finance or law from an accredited college/university
• Licensed CPA/CA/CTA or similar

Experience

• Minimum three years tax experience in industry and/or in a public accounting firm;
• Insurance industry experience is an advantage but not essential
• Experience and knowledge of tax reporting within the framework of U.S. GAAP and/or IFRS financial reporting is desired but not essential
• While primarily a direct tax role, the ability to identify indirect tax and employee tax issues is important given the coverage of this role
• Ability to research and apply tax law to business transactions and strong project management skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines

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