Tax Specialist

Morgan McKinley; Cork; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan McKinley is seeking a Tax Specialist to join their expanding international tax team in Cork. The role partners with the Global Business Services function to manage indirect tax compliance and reporting across multiple jurisdictions.

You will apply 3+ years PQE in indirect tax, liaise with stakeholders, and help implement digital tax mandates while maintaining strong internal controls and timely statutory filings.

Qualifications

• Qualified tax professional with PQE and relevant experience
• 3+ years PQE in indirect tax, compliance or regulatory reporting
• Strong understanding of tax processes and digital compliance frameworks
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file indirect tax returns accurately and on time
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and journal postings for indirect tax
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on tax queries
• Update ERP systems for rate changes and reporting configurations
• Support rollout of electronic invoicing mandates
• Assist AP/AR/Revenues to resolve compliance issues
• Maintain high service levels with GBS partners
• Manage VAT issues log and report to senior GBS management
• Maintain robust internal controls to minimize audit/SOX issues

Skills

Tax compliance

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Qualified Tax Professional

Chartered Accountant

Tools

ERP systems

e-invoicing

Real-time reporting

Job description

A great opportunity for a Tax Specialist to join an expanding international tax department. This essential role will collaborate closely with the company’s Global Business Services team based in Cork.

Role & Responsibilities

• Compliance & Filing: Ensure all indirect tax returns are accurately completed, thoroughly reviewed, filed, and paid on time.
• Financial Reconciliations: Perform periodic balance sheet reconciliations and handle journal postings for indirect tax balances.
• Stakeholder Management: Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to address tax-related queries concerning new supply chains, customer contracts, and tax audits.
• Systems Maintenance: Implement updates within the ERP system for new or revised rates, as well as amended reporting configurations.
• Digital Mandates: Participate in the rollout and testing of new electronic invoicing mandates.
• Cross-Functional Support: Assist in resolving compliance issues within AP, AR, and Revenue functions to ensure seamless operations and minimal disruption.
• Service Excellence: Maintain a culture of exceptional service, ensuring high responsiveness and strong relationship-building with internal and external GBS partners.
• Issue Tracking: Oversee the VAT issues log, ensuring problems are prioritized, actioned, and resolved efficiently. Provide accurate updates to senior GBS management during monthly reviews.
• Internal Controls: Maintain a robust internal control environment, strictly adhering to all relevant controls to minimize audit and SOX deficiencies.

Required Skills & Experience

• Qualifications: Qualified Tax Professional, Chartered Accountant, or equivalent experience gained within a tax, finance, or compliance environment.
• Experience: 3+ years of post-qualification experience (PQE), ideally focused on indirect tax, compliance, or regulatory reporting.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of tax processes, statutory requirements, and digital compliance frameworks (e.g., e-invoicing, real-time reporting).
• Analytical Skills: Proven ability to interpret tax legislation, analyze complex data sets, and support the implementation of new compliance mandates.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills with a track record of collaborating effectively across cross-functional, global teams.