Tax Manager

Copper.co; City Of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital asset firm in London is seeking a Tax Manager to oversee global tax compliance and provide tax advisory services. The role involves managing tax implications of strategic projects and collaborating with multiple teams. Ideal candidates are qualified professionals with strong expertise in UK and international tax. This is a full-time position offering an engaging work environment and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Paid Time Off - 35 days per year

Comprehensive Medical Insurance

Enhanced Pension Contributions

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Qualified tax professional with experience in practice or in-house.
• Strong technical expertise in UK and international tax.
• Commercial mindset with a pragmatic approach towards tax.

Responsibilities

• Oversee global corporate and indirect tax compliance.
• Support preparation of R&D claims.
• Manage tax implications of strategic projects.

Skills

Tax Experience

Accounting Software

GAAP

Microsoft Excel

Financial Analysis

Education

Qualified tax professional (CTA, ACCA, or equivalent)

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Since being founded in 2018 Copper has been building the standard for institutional digital asset infrastructure with a focus on custody collateral management and prime services.

Led by Amar Kuchinad Coppers Global CEO the firm provides a comprehensive suite of custody trading and settlement solutions that reduce counterparty risk and bring greater capital and operational efficiency to digital asset markets. At the heart of Coppers offering is Multi-Party Computation (MPC) technology the gold standard in secure custody. Coppers multi-award winning custody system is unique in that it can be connected to centralised exchanges DeFi applications and even staking pools without the assets leaving the custody.

Built on top of this state-of-the-art custody ClearLoop is the first solution in the market that overcomes a growing industry challenge; counterparty risk with exchanges. This solution underpins a full prime services offering connecting global exchanges and enabling customers to trade and settle directly from the safety of their MPC-secured wallets. By reducing settlement time for transfers to a few milliseconds (without blockchain network dependency) and offering enhanced security measures ClearLoop is rapidly reshaping the way asset managers trade and manage capital.

In addition to industry-leading security certifications Copper has one of the strongest insurance coverages in the industry from an A rated insurer positioning the firm as the partner of choice for institutions seeking to safeguard their assets.

Department Purpose

Coppers finance team provides critical information to the companys leadership tofacilitateeffectivemanagementstrategicdecision making and provide insights into key data and metrics driving our businesses growth. Our team has several disciplines including Finance Operations Accounting Financial Planning & Analysis Tax Revenue Operations and Procurement.

Each of these teams plays an important role in supporting the wider business through day-to-dayoperations (commercial deal support invoice processing cash collection etc.) regular reporting (budget v actuals forecasting cash and liquidity management etc.) performance management (KPI sales metrics and financials) and other specialised activities (tax compliance / structuring vendor selection etc.).

Our teamsgoalis to be abest-in-classsupport function to the global Copper business and help ensure all departments performance againstobjectivesas our business scales to buildan optimumfinancial architecture and create value for shareholders.

Team Purpose

Coppers tax team plays a pivotal role in establishing a robust finance function for the business. The team oversees Coppers worldwide tax affairs ensuring full compliance across multiple jurisdictions while managing the complexities of a growing business in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.

The tax team provides tax advisory services identifies and implements tax efficient solutions and collaborates cross-functionally to embed tax strategy into key business decisions. Whether its supporting product innovation international expansion or operational transformation the team plays a critical role in unlocking scalable growth while safeguarding the groups long-term financial resilience.

Role Purpose

We are seeking a Tax Manager to support the Head of Tax across all tax matters. This is a broad and hands‑on role combining technical tax work crossfunctionalpartneringand project delivery across multiplejurisdictionsin a fast-moving fintech environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee global corporate and indirect tax (VAT / GST) compliance across the US EMEA and APAC regions in collaboration with local advisors.
• Support the preparation of R&D claims.
• Ensure adherence to OECD Transfer Pricing requirements including implementing the group transfer pricing policy.
• Manage tax implications of strategic projects (such as international expansion and new products).
• Manage the tax implicationsof employee share schemes and valuations.
• Provide tax support on the analysis and implementation of the Crypto Asset Reporting Framework and Common Reporting Standard.
• Advise on international tax matters including managing permanent establishment and WHT risks for global operations.
• Stay abreast of changes in global tax laws and regulationsanticipatingimpacts and adapting strategies proactively.
• Prepare robust tax policies and documentation.
• Partner with Legal Finance EngineeringSalesand Product teams to manage tax implications of new initiatives.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Qualified tax professional (CTA ACCA or equivalent) with experience in practice and / or in-house.
• Suitable for a manager or experienced senior associate from practice.
• Strong technicalexpertiseacross UK and international tax including transfer pricing and global reporting standards.
• Commercial pragmatic and risk aware with the ability to translate tax technical concepts into business-focused and practical advice.
• Self‑starter open‑minded and hands‑on attitude who can work independently and take ownership of projects.

Desirable

• Experience in Big 4 or in‑house at a fintech financial services or digital asset business highly desirable.
• Indirect tax experience highly desirable.

Why Copper

At Copper we keep innovation openness and curiosity at the centre of everything we do. Here bold ideas get the spotlight learning is constant and diversity shapes our team from the ground up.

Jump into a fast-moving dynamic team that loves a challenge and knows how to have fun along the way. Collaboration is just as important as results youll be surrounded by smart driven colleagues in London and across our APAC Switzerland UAE and US offices.

Diversity and inclusion matter to us theyre woven into Copper life. From employee-led groups like Women at Copper to a committee focused on community and wellbeing youll have a network that supports you from day one. Everyone voice matters.

If youre looking to ramp up your career or keen to do something new in your field with us youll keep moving forward. Ready to make your mark keep growing and join a supportive dynamic team Coppers the place.

The interview process at Copper

Our interview process is designed to be thoughtful efficient and engaging. While specific steps may vary slightly depending on the role the typical journey includes :

• Initial Screening A brief conversation with our Talent Acquisition team to explore your background motivations and alignment with the role.
• Technical Interview A virtual session conducted via Microsoft Teams whereyoullengage with team members to discuss relevant skills problem-solving approaches and technical experience.
• In‑Person Interview A conversation focused on team dynamics collaboration style and any final technical questions. This may be with cross‑functional peers or leadership.

Additionalsteps may be added based on the roles complexity or seniority. We aim to keep the process transparent and respectful of your time.

Benefits

In return for everything you can bring to Copper we can offer you an exciting challenging role in a fast-growing and dynamic business with career opportunities and welcoming working environment. Some of our key UK benefits are highlighted below :

• Paid Time Off - A minimum of 35 days of paid time off per year inclusive of annual leave and public holidays. Employees also receive one additional day of annual leave for each year of service.
• Comprehensive Medical Insurance - Inclusive of dental optical audiology and mental health coverage with medical history disregarded
• Life Insurance
• Enhanced Pension Contributions - Includes an enhanced employer matching contribution
• 24 / 7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Copper is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and equal opportunities in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are the better our work will be. So bring us your experience perspectives and skills. It is in our differences that we will continue to grow and ensure Copper is transforming how institutional investors engage with digital assets. Copper is a Disability Confident Employer please let us know if you have a disability. If you require us to provide any assistance during the recruitment process then we would ask you to highlight this to us and we will be happy to accommodate.

Required Experience : Manager

Key Skills

Tax Experience, Accounting Software, GAAP, QuickBooks, Accounting, Sage, Account Reconciliation, Analysis Skills, Research Experience, SOX, Microsoft Excel, Financial Analysis

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1