International Tax Manager

Job Description : INTERNATIONAL TAX MANAGER LONDON UK Candidate must be either having working rights in the UK or be eligible to apply for same This global global sports and entertainment company are looking for a who can lead on & manage various aspects of our international corporate tax compliance & reporting process. This is a broad role but with a focus on international corporate income tax compliance (broadly across EMEA), including US GAAP provision support (to the Group Tax team, working with outsourced providers) and oversight of international corporate tax filings (generally prepared by the financial controllers/advisors) and related matters. The role will also involve developing a central resource in respect of WHT compliance (e.g. supporting the business with double tax treaty claims etc) and getting involved with various international tax matters such as Transfer Pricing, Pillar 2 readiness, tax implications of overseas presence etc. The role will also involve supporting the VP, International Tax in responding to ad?hoc advisory tax queries from the business (including M&A, business contract review & operational tax advice), working in conjunction with members of the tax team covering other regions & other stakeholders such as accounting, legal, HR & indirect/employment tax specialists. Lead the UK corporation tax compliance process working closely with financial controllers and outsource compliance provider. Preparation of the UK tax provisions for inclusion in the UK statutory accounts. Manage/oversee the international tax provision and tax compliance process, including review of international tax returns/provision workings and support files working in conjunction with Director Tax – APAC and global outsource provider. Preparation of cash tax forecasts for the UK group. Improve processes by developing or implementing best practices. Identify and mitigate tax compliance risks. Manage and coordinate tax audits. Be responsive to various and diverse requests in a fast?moving, international environment. Excellent knowledge of international tax accounting & tax compliance Strong international experience – e.g. Transfer Pricing, WHT, Permanent Establishments, BEPS?related issues etc 12+ years post-qualification experience, working in an in-house tax function US GAAP & US Tax experience Awareness of M&A tax issues Exposure to SAP & OneSource Tax Provision SOX or listed company exposure Pro-active, ability to organise & execute with little direction/supervision. Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative style. A hunger to learn, develop & a desire to navigate complex and technical international tax issues Excel, SAP & OneSource Tax Provision

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