Manager, Tax Technology and Transformation

Ernst & Young GmbH Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consulting firm is looking for a Manager in Tax Technology and Transformation, based in London or Belfast. The role involves managing the implementation of innovative tax solutions, engaging with clients, and providing consultancy on tax projects. Candidates should possess strong experience in Direct Tax compliance, along with significant familiarity with international tax principles and relevant technologies. This is an excellent opportunity to shape the future of tax compliance in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience in Tax Technology or compliance.
• Experience in Direct Tax compliance processes.
• Understanding of IAS12/ASC 740 reporting standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead client design sessions for Group Tax reporting.
• Manage project implementations related to tax.
• Drive automation of tax processes for efficiency.

Skills

Familiarity with international tax principles

Understanding of BEPS 2.0 Pillar 2

Experience with tax reporting solutions

Experience with ERP systems

Experience working in cross-functional teams

Proactive problem-solving

Strong project management skills

Exceptional communication skills

Coaching skills

Desire to provide leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Insightsoftware Longview Tax Provision

Thomson Reuters OneSource Tax Provision

SAP

Oracle

Alteryx

Power Query

Job description

Manager, Tax Technology and Transformation, London or Belfast

Location: London

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Requisition ID: 1667464

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The opportunity

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This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and ambitious individual to join EY’s specialist Tax Reporting & Transformation capabilities within the Tax Technology and Transformation Consulting team. With a focus around Group Tax Reporting, BEPS 2.0 Pillar 2, CbCR and other tax regulatory changes, this role presents a unique opportunity for a forward-thinking Tax professional to be at the forefront of shaping the future of tax compliance and reporting within a dynamic and technologically driven environment. The successful candidate will be part of a fast-growing part of the UKI Tax practice, having the opportunity to work with significant multinational clients and to engage with our global EY network, providing a great opportunity to build and expand your corporate network.

The field of taxation is constantly changing as new laws, regulations and technologies are created, and our clients need our support navigating these evolving regulations and understanding what they mean for them in terms of technology solutions, as well as data, controls, process and governance strategies. As a TTT Consulting professional at EY, you'll use experience of direct tax compliance, group tax provisioning and international tax principles to help clients identify and implement the right technology tools and making a significant impact on their operations, ensuring they remain compliant in a rapidly evolving tax landscape.

The primary role would be to engage with clients, managing and contributing to the implementation of innovative Pillar 2 technology solutions, analysing and enhancing clients' tax data collection and management processes to meet new reporting requirements, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

In turn, we'll help you achieve your potential by giving you business advisory experience and professional development. Our senior tax professionals will support you throughout your career, helping you to grow and become a leader in the tax profession.

Your Key Responsibilities

We are looking for strong candidates with experience of working within direct tax (in-house or professional services) and a keen interest in technology. Day to day responsibilities include:

• Lead client design session supporting with the development of the operating models for Group Tax reporting and/or BEPS 2.0 Pillar 2 requirements.
• Manage projects related to the implementation of tax, ensuring alignments with the IFRS/USGAAP/OECD tax requirements.
• Develop and implement data management strategies to ensure ongoing compliance with BEPS 2.0 Pillar 2 and other tax regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, providing high-quality consultancy and support on tax technology related matters.
• Drive the automation of tax processes to improve efficiency, reduce errors and ensure compliance with changing tax laws and standards.
• Mentor and coach junior staff, providing regular feedback and support to aid in their professional development.

Skills and attributes for success

What we look for

• Familiarity with international tax principles, OECD guidelines and experience with cross-border tax issues.
• An understanding of the interpretation and implementation of tax regulations, including the impact of BEPS 2.0 Pillar 2 on client’ business operations.
• Experience with third-party tax reporting solutions, such as Insightsoftware Longview Tax Provision and Thomson Reuters OneSource Tax Provision.
• Experience with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems such as SAP, Oracle, OneStream or similar and their tax/finance related modules.
• Experience working in a cross-functional teams, both with internal and external stakeholders, including international tax, finance, group tax reporting, IT and legal, to develop integrated tax technology solutions
• Understanding of the process’s clients would typically follow for Direct Tax compliance processes, including tax provisioning.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to anticipate future tax and technology challenges including identifying ways to automate manual tasks using existing financial or tax systems and emerging technologies.
• Experience translating technical tax and technology information into user-friendly language for presentations, training material and business proposals.
• Skilled in storytelling and narrative development to engage audiences and convey complex tax and technology concepts in a clear and persuasive manner.
• Strong project management skills with a proven track record of leading and delivering complex projects including documenting requirements, configuration, testing, debugging, project profitability and process configuration
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and team members at all levels.
• Strong coaching skills to help develop junior team members.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Consolidating tax data to make analysis and planning more efficient
• Improving reporting capabilities to enhance our clients’ ability to evaluate risk and capitalise on opportunities
• Desire and demonstrated ability to provide leadership within a team
• 4+ years’ experience working within Tax Technology, Tax compliance or a related advisory role. (either in-house or professional services)
• A thorough understanding of Direct Tax compliance processes (Group Tax Reporting, Tax Accounting preferable)
• Familiarity of IAS12/ASC 740 reporting standards and direct experience in the calculation of income taxes (current and deferred taxes)
• Experience with tax reporting technologies in the market (ONESOURCE Tax Provision, Longview Tax, etc.). Pillar 2 technologies (e.g. Orbitax etc.) is preferable.
• Exposure to accounting/finance/tax, tax or finance performance improvement, tax software development and/or implementation
• Experience in understanding the implications of recent regulatory changes such as BEPS 2.0 Pillar 2
• Experience with data analytic tools such as Alteryx, Power Query is preferable

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Consulting background preferable but not required – used to interacting with clients and working on large-scale projects
• An Accounting or Tax Qualification is preferable but not required

What we offer you

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