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At Finastra, we are a dynamic global provider of open finance software solutions, dedicated to expanding access to financial services. Our innovative applications span Lending, Payments, Treasury and Capital Markets, and Universal Banking. Proudly serving over 8,000 customers, including 45 of the world's top 50 banks, we aim to boost financial inclusion for all. Join us and be part of a vibrant company that embraces diverse perspectives, and is committed to doing well by doing good.

What will you contribute?

Finastra is currently seeking a Tax Director to join our team. The role requires a driven tax professional with meaningful in-house experience to lead the transfer pricing program of a complex multi-national organization with a significant geographical footprint. The successful candidate will likely already be operating as a Senior Manager, Transfer Pricing, or other similar roles. This position reports to the VP of Tax.

Responsibilities & Deliverables:
Your deliverables will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Develop vision, strategy and structure of how the group manages its transfer pricing in the current and rapidly changing commercial and economic environment - including strategies around APAs.
• Pro-actively establish and drive worldwide strategic transfer pricing initiatives across c.50 jurisdictions, specifically transforming the legacy transfer pricing policies to mitigate risk and improving tax efficiencies to yield optimized and sustainable tax positions. This includes providing support efforts on legal entity rationalization and other cross-border activities.
• Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure there is mutual understanding of key risks and strategies for their resolution. This includes Accounting, Intercompany, Controllership and Finance Managers, Procurement, Treasury, and other members of the Global Tax team.
• Develop strategies on transfer pricing disputes and litigations across the world, ensuring risks are appropriately managed and communicated.
• Keep abreast of global changes to transfer pricing, assess impacts or benefits, and develop mitigation and action plans for the company
• Represent the group on transfer pricing matters and influence decisions in negotiations with government bodies and tax authorities globally.

Required Experience:

• CPA/chartered accountant, chartered tax advisor or qualified tax lawyer
• Extensive (10 - 15 years) leading transfer pricing programs for multi-national organizations
• Strong knowledge and understanding of domestic and global transfer pricing
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and to drive complex transformations involving cross-functional teams
• Strong writing, analytical, and oral presentation skills including creativity in presentation materials
• Ability to think broad about worldwide tax, economics, commercial and the wider business environment in developing strategic solutions
• Leads by example by striving to innovate, introducing best practices and championing documentation standards to allow the organization to achieve optimal standards of transfer pricing

We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we uphold:

• Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, based on your location and business priorities. Hybrid working arrangements, and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.

• Well-being: Access confidential one-on-one therapy through our Employee Assistance Program, unlimited personalized coaching via our coaching app, and access to our Gather Groups for emotional and mental support.

• Medical, life & disability insurance, retirement plan, lifestyle and other benefits*

• ESG: Benefit from paid time off for volunteering and donation matching.

• DEI: Participate in multiple DE&I groups for open involvement (e.g., Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, Women@Finastra).

• Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.

• Recognition : Be part of our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and contribute to regular employee surveys to help shape Finastra and foster a culture where everyone is engaged and empowered to perform at their best.

*Specific benefits may vary by location.

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