Group Tax Head

Job Description : GROUP TAX HEAD EAST AFRICA OUT OF LONDON Role is open to all suitably qualified candidates An exciting opportunity has arisen for a seasoned tax professional to take on the role of Head of Tax. This position offers the chance to work in close cooperation with Regional Finance Directors and the Group CFO, as well as in-country Financial Controllers and tax specialists. Salary: Competitive and based on experience Location: London An exciting opportunity has arisen for a seasoned tax professional to take on the role of Head of Tax. This position offers the chance to work in close cooperation with Regional Finance Directors and the Group CFO, as well as in-country Financial Controllers and tax specialists. The successful candidate will have frequent interaction with other Group functions such as Business Development, Treasury, Legal, Financial Reporting & Control, Internal Audit and Human Resources. The role focuses on optimising the tax efficiency of UK and cross-border transactions, M&A activities, cash flow management and debt/equity financing structures executed at a Group level. Opportunity to work closely with top-tier finance professionals and specialists across various functions. Role focuses on optimising tax efficiency of UK and cross-border transactions, M&A activities, cash flow management and more. Chance to contribute significantly to the development of the Group’s taxation policies and procedures. As Head of Tax, you will play an integral role within our organisation. Your primary focus will be optimising tax efficiency for both UK-based and cross-border transactions. You'll also be involved in M&A activities, cash flow management, and structuring debt/equity financing at a group level. Ensuring compliance with applicable tax laws across all our subsidiaries will fall under your remit. Additionally, you'll have a hand in shaping our taxation policies and procedures. Managing relationships with external tax advisors and government tax authorities will also be part of your responsibilities. Work closely with the Group Finance Manager and UK finance team on UK taxes including Corporation Tax and VAT. Focus on optimising the tax efficiency of UK and cross-border transactions, M&A activities, cash flow management and debt/equity financing structures executed at a Group level. Oversee compliance with applicable tax laws in the UK, ensuring all respective subsidiaries are compliant in their jurisdictions. Involve in the development of the Group’s taxation policies and procedures. Manage relationships with the Group’s external tax advisors and with government tax authorities in relevant jurisdictions. Support the work undertaken by local tax specialists who report to local financial controllers. The ideal candidate for this Head of Tax role brings a wealth of experience in managing complex tax matters within a multinational corporation (ideally Zambia and Mozambique). You have a deep understanding of UK taxes, including Corporation Tax and VAT, and have managed cross-border transactions and M&A activities from a tax perspective. Your ability to ensure compliance with applicable tax laws across multiple jurisdictions is second to none. You've also had experience in developing taxation policies and procedures within a large organisation. Your strong interpersonal skills enable you to manage relationships with external tax advisors and government tax authorities effectively. Proven experience in managing complex tax matters within a multinational corporation operating across Africa. Strong knowledge of UK taxes including Corporation Tax and VAT is essential. Experience in managing cross-border transactions and M&A activities from a tax perspective. Ability to ensure compliance with applicable tax laws across multiple jurisdictions. Experience in developing taxation policies and procedures within a large organisation. Strong interpersonal skills to manage relationships with external tax advisors and government tax authorities.

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