Tax Director

Collins McNicholas Recruitment; Leinster; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the field seeks a Tax Director to influence essential business decisions, manage teams, and deliver exceptional client service. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a diverse client portfolio and contribute to strategic tax planning and compliance while based in a hybrid environment in Louth or North Dublin.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading teams and driving business growth.
• 8+ years’ experience in a senior tax leadership role within practice.
• Strong technical expertise across Irish tax laws and international tax frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Tax Advisory, Corporate Tax, and VAT teams.
• Drive the firm's tax strategy and mentor tax professionals.
• Advise on complex tax matters and ensure compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Strategic Thinking

Communication

Problem Solving

Tax Compliance

Education

CTA qualified

Job description

As Tax Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our Tax Advisory, Corporate Tax, and VAT functions, driving excellence in client service, and leading a high-performing team.

This is an opportunity to influence key business decisions, work with a diverse client portfolio, and be part of a dynamic, growth-focused firm. Hybrid based in Louth or North Dublin.

Key Responsibilities of Tax Director:

• Lead and manage the Tax Advisory, Corporate Tax, and VAT teams, ensuring exceptional service delivery.

• Drive the firm's tax strategy, aligning with business objectives and regulatory changes.

• Mentor and develop a team of tax professionals, fostering a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence.

• Oversee recruitment, training, and performance management within the tax function.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across audit, accounting, compliance, and international network firms.

• Act as a trusted advisor to a diverse portfolio of clients, providing strategic tax planning and expert guidance.

• Advise on complex tax matters, including M&A, international tax planning, succession planning, and cross-border transactions.

• Build and maintain strong client relationships, delivering innovative, tailored tax solutions.

• Identify and capitalise on business development opportunities, expanding client relationships and growing the firm’s tax advisory services.

• Stay ahead of Irish and international tax law developments, ensuring regulatory compliance.

• Oversee VAT and Corporate Tax compliance, ensuring accurate and timely filings.

• Develop and implement tax-efficient strategies that optimise client outcomes while managing risk.

• Engage with tax authorities and external advisors to ensure best-in-class tax solutions.

Ideal skills & Experience of Tax Director

• Proven experience in leading teams and driving business growth.

• CTA qualified, with 8+ years’ experience in a senior tax leadership role within practice.

• Strong technical expertise across Irish tax laws and international tax frameworks.

• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.

• Strategic thinker with a commercial mindset and a proactive, problem-solving approach.
  

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