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Reports to:Vice President, Group Financial Control & Tax
We are hiring for a Tax Director position that will lead the tax function ensuring compliance to tax laws across the jurisdictions where we operate (global coverage). You will develop and implement strategies that optimize our financial position and tax risks. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of tax laws and tax accounting as they pertain to our organisation alongside excellent project management skills, a strategic mindset and strong communication skills. The tax function sits within the CFO function and works closely with the financial control, FP&A, treasury and other internal stakeholders including legal, products and management.
Role & Responsibilities:
Tax Accounting:
- Ensure accurate and timely income tax accounting by complying with relevant accounting standards for the group and its subsidiaries.
- Prepare and/or review tax provisions, deferred tax calculations, and tax-related disclosures for financial statements and regulatory filings.
Tax Compliance:
- Oversee preparation and filing of tax returns, supported by proper documentation, to ensure compliance with applicable tax laws.
- Lead and manage the timely and accurate filing of all required tax returns (direct and indirect tax) and payments.
- Manage the risk exposure relating to indirect tax, digital services tax, where applicable, in the market jurisdictions the group operates.
- Manage tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities, including providing necessary documentation and responses.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external tax advisors to develop and implement monitoring and accurate and timely reporting for customer tax information
Transfer Pricing:
- Manage transfer pricing analyses to ensure adherence to international transfer pricing regulations.
- Lead the development and implementation of transfer pricing policies and documentation.
Strategic Tax Planning:
- Develop and implement effective tax strategies to optimize tax positions that adhere to the law.
- Advise and support internal stakeholders on tax implications for business transactions, processes, and resources
Experience & Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in tax, accounting or a related field
- 10+ years of experience in tax accounting and compliance
- Strong understanding of tax laws and regulations of various major jurisdictions on financial or crypto products and services, including transfer pricing
- Experience with tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities
- Excellent communication and partnership skills to stakeholders
- Ability to work independently and as part of a small team
- Strong analytical skills, competency with spreadsheets and data
- Strong management skills and ability to multi-task
- Passion for tax accounting and compliance
Bonus:
- Financial services or crypto industry background highly preferred
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
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ACCOMMODATION
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