Full job descriptionHead of Tax
Leading International Fintech Business
£80,000 - £90,000 plus excellent benefits and bonus
Based: West London (hybrid)
CTA / ACA Qualified
Head of Tax - About the business
An innovative, international fintech business that is a leader in it’s field is now in search of a tax qualified Head of Tax to help manage the day to day activities of the business from a tax perspective and to help guide the business through a period of accelerated international growth. This is a newly created role and offers an excellent opportunity to implement and influence change across the business.
Head of Tax - About the role
This role will report directly to the Finance Director and will provides timely and accurate tax information covering all areas of the business on an international basis. Duties will include:
*Ownership of the tax affairs to support the continued international expansion of the business
*Implement tax policies and procedures across the group
*Be the key contact for the tax authorities on all tax matters both here int he UK and overseas
*Collaborate and partner with the finance, sales and legal teams to ensure all tax implications are understood
*Work closely with senior management to outline / minimise tax risks and advise on the tax positions of the business
*Advise on the annual and quarterly corporation tax reporting process
*Assisting the Group FD in ad hoc project work to promote the international expansion of the business
*Liaise and challenge key decision makers across the business
Head of Tax - Candidate requirements:
*Degree educated and a qualified tax accountant (ideally CTA /ACA)
*5-10 years of proven tax experience preferably with a practice background
*Solid understanding of financial controls and best practices
*Previous experience in a multiple territory and product business highly advantageous
*Previous fintech or financial services industry experience is highly advantageous but not essential
*Excellent communication skills with the ability to develop sound working relationships with all levels of staff
*Advanced Excel skills
*Willing to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
Head of Tax - Benefits:
*Competitive salary
*Discretionary bonus
*Healthcare
*Pension Scheme
*25 Days Holiday
*Hybrid working
This is a truly outstanding role at an exciting time in the company’s growth. The Head of Tax role is a key position within the business allowing the individual to help shape the future success of the business whilst providing excellent longer term career prospects.