Tax & Advisory AVP/Director

Morgan Stanley; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm in Glasgow seeks a tax professional with expertise in UK Corporation Tax compliance. The role involves leading projects, conducting tax research, and managing staff while adhering to risk standards. Candidates should hold relevant qualifications and have 3 to 5 years of experience in tax roles. This unique opportunity offers a supportive environment and various employee benefits in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Attractive employee benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of UK Corporation tax work experience.
• Experience in people management.
• Experience of US GAAP reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead aspects of individual and team deliverables and projects.
• Conduct tax technical research and engage in project work.
• Drive innovation and process efficiency improvements.

Skills

UK Corporation Tax compliance knowledge

Excellent interpersonal communication skills

Organisational skills

Self-motivated with high standards

Ability to operate independently

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Relevant professional accountancy or tax qualification (ACCA/CIMA/CA or ATT/CTA)

Job description

What you'll do in the role:

• Collaborate with a varied group of colleagues in Finance and across the Firm
• Responsible for and lead aspects of individual and team deliverables and projects, leveraging in-depth knowledge of Finance functional area, product and/or client segments
• Adhere to the Firm's risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls; proactively identify ways to reduce risk in work
• Act as a culture carrier; embody and set an example of the Firm's values and hold yourself and others accountable to Firm standards
• conduct tax technical research and get involved in project work.
• Managing, developing, and coaching staff
• Driving innovation and process efficiency improvements
• Work collaboratively across the wider tax, finance and other teams delivering on a number of projects and managing risks

What you'll bring to the role:

• In-depth knowledge of Finance functional area, product and/or client segment and technical skills, as well as of industry and competitive environment
• Ability to operate independently with respect to most job responsibilities
• Ability to provide positive and constructive feedback and innovate processes
• Proficient UK Corporation Tax compliance knowledge and experience.
• An understanding of tax reporting and forecasting processes
• Relevant professional accountancy or tax qualification (including ACCA/CIMA/CA or ATT/CTA)
• 3 to 5 years of UK Corporation tax work experience in Practice or Industry
• Strong organisational skills
• Aptitude for working in a swiftly changing, dynamic environment
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Self-motivated personality with high standards for quality of work, controls and accuracy
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)
• Experience of tax compliance in other EMEA Tax jurisdictions
• Experience of US GAAP reporting
• Experience in people management

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:

We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren't just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you'll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work‑life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There's also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.

Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements:

If this role is deemed a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks.

Flexible work statement

Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.

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