VP of Global Tax Management

Job Description

Job Title: VP of Global Tax Management
Location: Multiple Locations
Salary: Up to £220,000.00
Position Type: Full-time

Why Work Here

A prominent player in the online trading industry, this organisation unites a global team of over 1,400 exceptional professionals across 21 offices worldwide. For the past 25 years, the unwavering mission has been to make trading accessible to anyone, anywhere. Their state-of-the-art proprietary trading products and services have attracted a dedicated customer base that exceeds 2.5 million individuals from every corner of the globe.

This organisation has cultivated an environment that celebrates achievements, encourages professional growth, and fosters talent development, reflecting in its Platinum accreditation by Investors in People. By joining, you become part of a dynamic and collaborative culture characterised by a fast-paced and exhilarating atmosphere. Brace yourself for an adrenaline-fueled journey as they shape the future of trading together.

About the Team

You will be part of the Compliance team, responsible for managing regulatory compliance within the group. The team performs a wide range of tasks, such as providing guidance for operational compliance with regulations and assisting with regulatory audits and annual statutory audits. Their work is essential to the company’s sustainability and ambition.

Your Role

Are you a tax enthusiast with a knack for strategic thinking? Look no further! The organisation is seeking a VP of Global Tax Management to join the team. In this exciting role, you will be at the helm of managing all tax-related matters for the organisation. Your mission: to ensure compliance with tax laws across multiple jurisdictions, minimise tax liabilities, and steer towards optimal tax positions. As a key collaborator, you’ll work closely with internal teams, external advisors, and regulatory bodies to ensure tax compliance and reporting are accurate and timely. If you understand tax regulations and love creating effective tax strategies, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for!

Your Challenges

Tax Planning and Strategy

• Develop and implement smart tax strategies across multiple countries and jurisdictions.
• Provide tax planning advice for new or existing entities.
• Maintain compliance with tax laws and regulations in each region.
• Identify opportunities for tax savings by researching tax laws, regulations, and rulings and recommend appropriate actions to internal stakeholders.
• Stay up-to-date with international tax laws on income, capital gains, withholding taxes, VAT/GST, transfer pricing, etc.
• Understand the tax impact of new digital business models and stay informed about the latest tax technology and data management trends.

Tax Compliance

• Prepare and file all tax returns promptly and accurately, including income, sales, payroll, and other applicable taxes.
• Assess potential impacts of tax law and regulation changes and advise on ensuring compliance.
• Review and analyse financial data, supporting documents, and tax schedules to identify and resolve any discrepancies or issues.

Tax Reporting and Analysis

• Prepare and review financial statements, tax provisions, and related disclosures to comply with accounting standards and reporting requirements.
• Perform tax-related financial analysis, including effective tax rate calculations, deferred tax assets/liabilities, and tax-related contingencies.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and address tax-related audit inquiries by working with external auditors.

Tax Audit and Controversy

• Oversee tax disputes, audits, and litigation while representing the organisation’s interests before tax authorities and courts.
• Defend the organisation’s tax positions and mitigate tax exposure.

Team Management

• Train and mentor tax professionals across multiple locations to achieve performance standards.
• Foster collaboration between regional tax teams.

What You Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 15+ years of hands-on tax experience, with at least 5 years of management experience
• Significant experience in dealing with cross-border and transfer pricing and withholding tax issues
• Deep understanding of economic substance requirements
• Strong knowledge of tax laws and regulations across geographies
• Ability to interpret and apply complex tax rules to specific situations, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and project management skills
• Experience working under tight deadlines with global teams
• Proficiency in various tax calculation and reporting methodologies
• Experience in setting up a relevant system for tax management
• Excellent spoken and written English communication

What’s Good to Have

• Experience in an international tax role
• CPA or other tax credentials

What’s Offered

• Market-based salary
• Annual performance bonus
• Medical insurance
• Casual dress code
• Work permit

Location

• Multiple locations

Work Location: Hybrid