GRS Tax - Opportunities Latest opportunities from the GRS Tax. http://www.grs.com/rss/tax-oportunities.xml Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:29:07 +0100 GRS Group Website http://www.grs.com/tpl/Images/logos/tax.png GRS Tax - Opportunities http://www.grs.com/33/opportunities.html Feed provided by GRS Group. Click to visit. Transfer Pricing Manager/Senior Manager http://www.grs.com/33/opportunities/1640/transfer-pricing-managersenior-manager.html Salary : <b>£55,000 - £75,000 + benefits</b><br/>Location : <b>UK > London</b><br/>Reference : <b>TX/LT/4056</b><br/><br/>This client is a major player within the Energy sector. Having recently brought the entire Transfer Pricing function in-house, two opportunities currently exist for an experienced Manager and Senior Manager.Reporting to the Head of Transfer Pricing you will have extensive involvement in a range of global projects including strategy setting, product transfers, intangibles and financing. Candidates must come from a tax as opposed to Economist background, ideally within the Big 4 or a multi-national organisation.If you would like to discuss this opportunity or have a general discussion to find out what could be available worldwide for a Transfer Pricing specialist in practice, banking or consultancy please feel free to contact Sarah at slattimore@grs.com or on + 44 (0)1273 727 000. GRS Tax Transfer Pricing Partner http://www.grs.com/33/opportunities/1635/transfer-pricing-partner.html Salary : <b>Competitive financial package</b><br/>Location : <b>Canada</b><br/>Reference : <b>TX/SL/356200</b><br/><br/>Our client is an international firm of economists with a global team of more than 600 professionals operating in over 20 offices across North and South America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. They&nbsp;currently have an opening for a Partner in their Transfer Pricing practice located in&nbsp;their Toronto office.&nbsp; This is an exciting opportunity to join a global firm that uses quantitative methods to apply finance and economics to advisory services, litigation, business, policy issues, and intercompany services.Position Description:The qualified candidate will work independently within a team environment on client advisory projects and litigation casework related to quantitative financial and economic analysis across several industries.&nbsp; Including, intellectual property (IP) valuation, global transfer pricing studies for US, European and Japanese companies, cost allocation studies and&nbsp; intangible asset valuation.&nbsp; &nbsp;Consultants and Senior Staff are responsible for executing projects, managing junior economists, and dealing with clients; creating quantitative analysis and performing quantitative assessments; applying knowledge of markets to solve complex business problems; preparing client memos, expert testimony as needed, and presenting results in a clear and articulate manner to clients and team members.&nbsp;Qualifications: Qualified candidates will have a CPA (a Ph.D. degree in economics, business, finance, accounting, mathematics, statistics or a related field is desirable but not essential). &nbsp;They will also have a strong academic record with exceptional analytical and quantitative skills, as well as a demonstrated ability to communicate complex analyses effectively.&nbsp; Prior transfer pricing experience within a public accounting firm is highly desirable.&nbsp;If you would like to discuss this opportunity or have a general discussion to find out what could be available worldwide for a Transfer Pricing specialist in practice, banking or consultancy please feel free to contact Sarah at slattimore@grs.com or on + 44 (0)1273 727 000. &nbsp;&nbsp; GRS Tax Transfer Pricing Consultant/Senior Consultant http://www.grs.com/33/opportunities/1634/transfer-pricing-consultantsenior-consultant.html Salary : <b>Competitive financial package</b><br/>Location : <b>Germany > Frankfurt</b><br/>Reference : <b>TX/SL/320700</b><br/><br/>This Transfer Pricing group works with leading multinational corporations, law firms and other clients in determining and implementing value-creating, business aligned and economically sound transaction structures. Current focus includes arm&#39;s length pricing of cross-border transactions, valuation of intellectual property and business entities, and other business planning and controversy resolutions.Candidates&nbsp;would have&nbsp;an MSc (or PhD) in economics with a strong academic record plus a minimum of 4-5 yrs of transfer pricing work experience.&nbsp; Prior experience in transfer pricing and/or taxation work at a consulting or accounting firm would be preferred.&nbsp; Candidates should enjoy solving analytical and empirical problems and have exceptional creative, critical thinking and technical skills. Our Consultants manage multiple projects concurrently and will also mentor, manage and recruit staff.&nbsp; You will liaise with clients and play an active role in relationship management and business development.&nbsp; The candidate must have excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Business level language proficiency in English is required, French and/or Spanish an advantage. Travel likely. If you would like to discuss this opportunity or have a general discussion to find out what could be available worldwide for a Transfer Pricing specialist in practice, banking or consultancy please feel free to contact Sarah at slattimore@grs.com or on + 44 (0)1273 727 000. GRS Tax Manager - Transfer Pricing http://www.grs.com/33/opportunities/1632/manager-transfer-pricing.html Salary : <b>£70,000 to £80,000 plus car allowance</b><br/>Location : <b>UK > South East</b><br/>Reference : <b>TX/APR/291500</b><br/><br/>Transfer Pricing is a world wide, dynamic application of regulations that determine how related parties allocate risk and reward which has a direct bearing on tax liabilities globally.&nbsp; Increased emphasis on Transfer Pricing has created an opportunity within this company for the right candidate to be an integral part of a global Tax and Finance organization.&nbsp; In this fast paced environment, the individual will be directly involved in developing the transfer pricing strategies in more than 30 countries, worldwide.&nbsp; The successful candidate will have extensive interaction with a broad range of finance personnel and business leaders throughout the organization.&nbsp; The position has opportunity to grow into more complex roles as you build your experience with Transfer Pricing planning strategies and integrate them into company policies.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide responses and planning strategies in connection with transfer pricing audits</li><li>Assist in transfer pricing related business integration strategies and liaise with business leaders globally</li><li>Liaise with outside Economists, local country employees, Nortel management</li><li>Assist in the development and coordination of the intercompany pricing mechanism</li><li>Assist with the major aspects of Transfer Pricing projects including scoping, fact gathering, economic analysis and implementation</li></ul>Skills <ul><li>Strong knowledge of OECD transfer pricing rules</li><li>Strong research and analytical skills</li><li>SAP knowledge a plus</li><li>Strong presentation and writing skills</li><li>Should be a creative thinker and able to work independently&nbsp;</li></ul>Experience <ul><li>Multiple years of transfer pricing experience in Big 4 accounting or multinational corporation</li><li>Proven track record</li><li>Advanced degree in Accounting, Economics or Finance</li><li>Professional certification preferred</li></ul>If you would like to discuss this opportunity or have a general discussion to find out what could be available worldwide for a Transfer Pricing specialist in practice, banking or consultancy please feel free to contact Sarah at slattimore@grs.com or on + 44 (0)1273 727 000. GRS Tax Transfer Pricing Manager/Director http://www.grs.com/33/opportunities/1631/transfer-pricing-managerdirector.html Salary : <b>dependent on level of experience</b><br/>Location : <b>Asia Pacific > China</b><br/>Reference : <b>TX/SL/357000</b><br/><br/>Our client&rsquo;s Tax Department is a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary tax practice that serves major multinational corporations, international and local, and high net-worth individuals. They have been recognized as one of the premier tax practices in China.Responsibilities: <ul><li>Work independently and lead a team in the respective office/region on major Transfer Pricing projects;</li><li>Participate in all aspects of Transfer Pricing engagements from the planning work to the implementation, including delegating and reviewing work of subordinates, managing member&#39;s workload and mentoring;</li><li>Assist partners in developing, mentoring and training Transfer Pricing staff in the respective office/region;</li><li>Deliver high quality Transfer Pricing services to multinational and Chinese based clients;</li><li>Establish relationships with clients, Deloitte global/China network and service lines to market Transfer Pricing services; and</li><li>Profile Transfer Pricing in the Chinese market through thought leadership such as articles, seminars, etc; and</li><li>Be actively involved in all marketing and sales initiatives.</li></ul>&nbsp;Requirements: <ul><li>Degree holders in accounting, law, finance, economics or related disciplines, having full membership with a recognized professional body. PhD in Economics will be considered as a definite advantage;</li><li>For&nbsp;Senior Manager, minimum of 5 years relevant experience with an international accounting firm, tax bureau and / or industry;</li><li>Excellent business sense and marketing skills;</li><li>Understanding of how to manage client relationships, acquire and build them and further expand;</li><li>Excellent project management;</li><li>Strong planning and organizational skills with an analytical and innovative mind;</li><li>Culturally open and sensitive;</li><li>Good command of spoken and written English. Chinese reading and spoken skills are required (Mandarin spoken in Shanghai); and</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills which are reflected by the ability to motivate a team and manage people.</li></ul>If you would like to discuss this opportunity or have a general discussion to find out what could be available worldwide for a Transfer Pricing specialist in practice, banking or consultancy please feel free to contact Sarah at slattimore@grs.com or on + 44 (0)1273 727 000.&nbsp; GRS Tax Transfer Pricing Taxation Manager http://www.grs.com/33/opportunities/1630/transfer-pricing-taxation-manager.html Salary : <b>£65,000 to £75,000</b><br/>Location : <b>UK > London</b><br/>Reference : <b>TX/SL/380400</b><br/><br/>This is an exciting opportunity for a Transfer Pricing Manager to join a leading global foods manufacturer.&nbsp;&nbsp;This role is based at Uxbridge and reports to the Senior Taxation Manager, Transfer Pricing.&nbsp;Role: <ul><li>Assisting the Senior Taxation Manager in ensuring that the Group has in place appropriate arm&rsquo;s length transfer pricing policies and that these are applied consistently and appropriately documented.</li><li>Assist in providing a full tax service to Supply Chain and Commercial functions to ensure the optimisation of business initiatives and change processes.</li><li>Provide advice and assistance in negotiation of tax liabilities where these relate to transfer pricing enquiries.</li><li>Advice on the structuring, execution and post-implementation planning for cross-border transactions and business models in the Group.</li><li>Liaising with external advisers and relevant transfer pricing studies.</li><li>Building and maintaining a Group database of business models and transfer pricing policies.</li><li>Performing various transfer pricing reviews and studies including use and maintenance of appropriate databases and compiling transfer pricing reports.</li><li>Ensuring that transfer pricing processes for the Group are properly transparent and compliant with tax legislation and CS standards.</li><li>Ad hoc taxation projects as required including maintenance of structures that have been implemented in the Group.</li></ul>Qualifications:In order to succeed in this role, it is expected that you will have:<ul><li>A Tax or Accounting qualification.</li><li>Tax advisory experience of at least 3 years including Transfer Pricing reviews and cross-border project work.</li><li>A high level of initiative and creativity backed by strong analytical skills.</li><li>A commercial approach and understanding of business with the proven ability to influence a wide range of senior management.</li><li>Strong communication skills. </li><li>Be available for a limited amount of travel in the Group.</li><li>One or more European languages. </li></ul>If you would like to discuss this opportunity or have a general discussion to find out what could be available worldwide for a Transfer Pricing specialist in practice, banking or consultancy please feel free to contact Sarah at slattimore@grs.com or on + 44 (0)1273 727 000. &nbsp; GRS Tax Transfer Pricing Specialist http://www.grs.com/33/opportunities/1629/transfer-pricing-specialist.html Salary : <b>£40,000-£70,000, dependent on experience</b><br/>Location : <b>UK > London</b><br/>Reference : <b>TX/SL/315300</b><br/><br/>Our client works with the FTSE 250, Global 1000 multi-national companies and mid-market firms, providing professional services in tax, finance and accounting, internal audit and technology risk management. Their experienced professionals work from more than 50 offices across North America, Europe, Asia and Africa.They&nbsp;are looking for transfer pricing professionals to join&nbsp;their rapidly expanding Centre of Expertise. This is a key service area for their multinational client base. Our client provides a full range of transfer pricing services from compliance, consulting to controversy resolution. Candidates should have a background in either tax, economics or accounting and experience of working for or advising major international companies.If you would like to discuss this opportunity or have a general discussion to find out what could be available worldwide for a Transfer Pricing specialist in practice, banking or consultancy please feel free to contact Sarah at slattimore@grs.com or on + 44 (0)1273 727 000. &nbsp; GRS Tax Transfer Pricing Specialist http://www.grs.com/33/opportunities/1628/transfer-pricing-specialist.html Salary : <b>£70,000 +</b><br/>Location : <b>UK</b><br/>Reference : <b>TX/SL/313500</b><br/><br/>This Big 4 firm is seeking professionally qualified, transfer pricing specialists at either experienced Consultant or Manager level.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;This is a fantastic opportunity to join the UK&rsquo;s leading team and gain unrivalled industry and specialist exposure. &nbsp;The Transfer Pricing TeamThe transfer pricing network provides advice to clients on all aspects of the UK and international transfer pricing regime, including the determination of arm&#39;s length comparables, policy formulation and CTSA documentation, tax audit defence and advanced pricing agreements.&nbsp;Other ways they support their clients include: <ul style="margin-top: 0cm"><li>Ensure maximum tax advantage in respective territories. </li><li>Compliance with documentation requirements.&nbsp; </li><li>Negate/minimise penalties. </li><li>Enhance shareholder value.&nbsp; </li><li>Innovative approach to issues.&nbsp; </li><li>Specialist support in dispute resolution.</li></ul>Clients include the leading blue-chips across industries within pharmaceuticals, telecommunications, oil &amp; gas, banking as well as a multitude of clients across the middle market sector.&nbsp; With their size and scope they can offer unrivalled opportunities to work on the most complex and challenging projects with expert global support to assist you.&nbsp;Requirements:&nbsp;The West London transfer pricing team comprises 6 full time transfer pricing specialists who provide a broad range of planning, defence and documentation services to a strong client base.&nbsp; In line with the areas of expertise within the office there is a significant focus on technology and pharmaceutical clients, especially from the US Inbound arena.&nbsp;Our client is interested in hearing from professionally qualified, transfer pricing specialists at either experienced Consultant or Manager level.&nbsp; &nbsp;You must have UK transfer pricing experience gained within a practice firm, ideally with an assurance or corporate tax background.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;If you would like to discuss this opportunity or have a general discussioon to find out what could be available worldwide for a Transfer Pricing specialist in practice, banking&nbsp; or consultancy please feel free to contact&nbsp;Sarah at slattimore@grs.com or on +44(0)1273 727 000. GRS Tax Transfer Pricing and Compliance Accountant http://www.grs.com/33/opportunities/1627/transfer-pricing-and-compliance-accountant.html Salary : <b>£55,000 +</b><br/>Location : <b>UK > Home Counties</b><br/>Reference : <b>TX/SL/311600</b><br/><br/>This is a great opportunity to be part of a successful, ambitious business which is the world&rsquo;s leading supplier of Business and Operations support systems (BSS / OSS). The group tax function is based at the group&rsquo;s corporate headquarters in Woking and is responsible for the worldwide tax affairs of the group.&nbsp;Purpose: <ul><li>Reporting to the Group Tax Director, this position is responsible for the preparation and co-ordination of transfer-pricing information for the inter-company transactions and for the preparation, submission and agreement of UK corporation tax computations.&nbsp; Prepare inter-company transaction invoices on a monthly basis for all companies.&nbsp; </li><li>Review inter-company transactions for compliance with corporate policy.&nbsp; Resolve any policy issues under the guidance of the Group Tax Director</li><li>Assist in identifying external transfer pricing comparables; respond to transfer pricing questionnaires; co-ordinate group documentation</li><li>Conduct interviews with operational heads to document functional analysis for transfer pricing documentation</li><li>Review general ledgers on a monthly and quarterly basis to propose and initiate inter-company eliminations</li><li>Compute UK current and deferred tax provisions and review of tax provisions for non-UK entities in the group</li><li>Quantify and prepare annual UK R &amp; D tax credit claim </li><li>Collate information needed to produce CT computations </li></ul>Skills &amp; Knowledge Required/Applied: <ul><li>Specialized knowledge of transfer pricing and UK corporation tax.</li><li>Knowledge and skill in the application of office technology and advanced knowledge of proprietary software applications, particularly MicroSoft Excel, Alphatax and CrossBorder Solutions.</li><li>Knowledge of and skill in use of the SAP accounting system.</li><li>High level of attention to detail, and analytical abilities to see the linkages between financial information sources and to interpret results.</li><li>Clear communication skills, to coordinate the posting of financial results, and to obtain and clarify information with financial accountants and controllers in a number of different countries.</li></ul>Responsibility/Accountability <ul><li>Developed planning and organizational skills in coordinating and completing a high volume of detailed tasks in short time lines. Planning of own activities within objectives and timelines of the team, as determined with the Group Tax Director. </li><li>Responsible for meeting cyclical deadlines and those of team projects.</li></ul>&nbsp;Education/Experience <ul><li>University degree.</li><li>Minimum of 4 years experience in an organization, which is highly computerized (preferably with SAP), with a high volume of transactions.</li><li>Accounting/tax qualification, or at final stages</li><li>Experience in working with Excel, Alphatax and CrossBorder Solutions (Thomson Reuters) software.</li><li>Experience in working with SAP.</li></ul>If you would like to discuss this opportunity or have a general discussion to find out what could be available worldwide for a Transfer Pricing specialist in practice, banking or consultancy please feel free to contact Sarah at slattimore@grs.com or on + 44 (0)1273 727 000. GRS Tax Senior Manager – Transfer Pricing http://www.grs.com/33/opportunities/1626/senior-manager-transfer-pricing.html Salary : <b>market compensation based on individual merits</b><br/>Location : <b>UK</b><br/>Reference : <b>TX/SL/334400</b><br/><br/>This is an opportunity for a Senior Manager in Transfer pricing to join this industry leading professional group and continue in their development in a stimulating and challenging environment.&nbsp; You will be working in a fast growing, dynamic environment with like-minded people who are at the forefront of their chosen field.&nbsp;Responsibilities include: <ul><li>Advise top Spanish and WW clients on transfer pricing. </li><li>Provide added value to the client with your capabilities for designing and implementing transfer pricing policies, perform value chain restructuring, inspection defense, mutual agreement procedure, Advanced Pricing Agreements (APAs).</li><li>It is a must having experience in managing multi country transfer pricing projects.</li><li>Identify links between transfer pricing and other areas of taxation (VAT, Customs, etc).&nbsp; High finance and accounting understanding. </li><li>Understanding the value chains of companies in different industries.</li></ul>Qualifications include: <ul><li>Economics and/or Law/Tax bachelor degree with at least a base in International Tax.</li><li>8-12 years in TP consulting environment required. Experience in European countries a high plus.</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills in Spanish.</li><li>Computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office, MS Excel preferred. </li><li>Good oral and written communication skills in English language. Cambridge Proficiency or equivalent a plus.</li><li>Strong business acumen and market awareness.</li><li>Coaching and People management skills</li><li>Strong analytical abilities.</li><li>Management.</li><li>Soft skills such as Clients&rsquo; relation abilities, Communication and Emotional intelligence.</li></ul>If you would like to know more about this opportunity please email slattimore@grs.com or phone Sarah on +44(0)1273 727 000. GRS Tax Transfer Pricing Consultant http://www.grs.com/33/opportunities/1625/transfer-pricing-consultant.html Salary : <b>€38,000- €45,000</b><br/>Location : <b>Europe - Other</b><br/>Reference : <b>TX/SL/336200</b><br/><br/>This is an opportunity for a Transfer Pricing Consultant to continue in their professional development in a stimulating and challenging environment.&nbsp; You will be working in a fast growing, dynamic environment with like-minded people who are at the forefront of their chosen field.&nbsp;Our client is currently seeking a Consultant for their Transfer Pricing Team in Madrid.&nbsp; Their Consultants work with other economists, attorneys and tax specialists to analyze and resolve transfer pricing issues faced by multinational corporations.&nbsp;Responsibilities include high quality work with managers to deploy projects, been able to provide technical solutions and supervise the juniors/assistants, coaching them. Consultants also assist in drafting proposals, complex and value focused reports, document requests and other correspondence, as well as in contributing to the Technical committee when needed.Qualifications include: <ul><li>Economics and/or Law/Tax bachelor degree with some Finance or Accounting background; advanced degree preferred.</li><li>Strong analytical abilities.</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills in Spanish.</li><li>Computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office, MS Excel preferred. </li><li>Good oral and written communication skills in English language. Cambridge Proficiency or equivalent a plus.</li><li>Ability to plan and prioritize workload and meet deadlines.</li><li>Good team player with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels and to coach people.</li><li>Strong business acumen and market awareness.</li><li>2-3 years in TP consulting environment required. Experience in European countries a high plus.</li></ul>If you would like to discuss this opportunity or have a general discussion to find out what could be available worldwide for a Transfer Pricing specialist in practice, banking or consultancy please feel free to contact Sarah at slattimore@grs.com or on + 44 (0)1273 727 000. GRS Tax Transfer Pricing Manager http://www.grs.com/33/opportunities/1610/transfer-pricing-manager.html Salary : <b>Competitive salary & option benefits</b><br/>Location : <b>UK > London</b><br/>Reference : <b>TX/SL/368700</b><br/><br/>A Transfer Pricing Manager role within a leading accounting and consulting firm provides the opportunity for the successful candidate to gain detailed transfer pricing experience working with interesting and active clients.&nbsp;&nbsp;Role:&nbsp;The current transfer pricing team consists of economists and tax professionals. A wide range of clients and industries are serviced and the client base includes many large multinationals. The group is committed to developing rapidly into a recognised leading consulting practice in the short term.A manager must present solutions to increasingly complex technical issues, demonstrate sufficient technical knowledge in own service area to develop solutions to complex technical issues and manage a team in demanding assignments on a day to day basis.&nbsp;Responsibilities: <ul style="margin-top: 0cm"><li>Scope projects, prepare budgets and write proposals including managing projects to time and budget</li><li>Design, run and report on client interviews and meetings</li><li>Work to more senior colleagues on larger projects</li><li>Monitor work in progress, bill on a timely basis and follow up outstanding invoices</li><li>Contribute to the technical knowledge of the team through internal papers, presentations and training of junior staff</li><li>Assist in the marketing effort by publishing technical papers with colleagues</li><li>Develop wider understanding of the company&#39;s services</li></ul>&nbsp;The successful candidate will have: <ul style="margin-top: 0cm"><li>UK experience</li><li>Sound technical knowledge </li><li>Post qualification experience in a similar position</li><li>Knowledge of international tax principles and/or UK tax system</li></ul>If you would like to discuss this opportunity or have a general discussion to find out what could be available worldwide for a Transfer Pricing specialist in practice, banking or consultancy please feel free to contact Sarah at slattimore@grs.com or on + 44 (0)1273 727 000. GRS Tax Tax Manager http://www.grs.com/33/opportunities/1605/tax-manager.html Salary : <b>150,000 SF</b><br/>Location : <b>Europe - Other > Central Europe</b><br/>Reference : <b>TX/APR/366500</b><br/><br/>Our client is a leading cosmetic company who is looking for a Tax Accountant to manage the European and international corporate income tax and global indirect tax compliance functions within a shared services centre structure based in Geneva, Switzerland. The successful applicant will work closely with the Vice-President of Tax in the United States on international tax planning, audit support and special projects. The role involves ensuring compliance with both U.S. and international tax regulatory requirements, including FAS 109, FIN 48 and Sarbanes-Oxley. Suitable applicants must have good corporate tax compliance experience with the ability to work self sufficiently and also the desire to advance their knowledge and competencies.If you would like to know more about this opportunity please email ap@grs.com or phone Angela on +44(0)1273 727 000. GRS Tax Tax Manager http://www.grs.com/33/opportunities/1597/tax-manager.html Salary : <b>£65,000 +</b><br/>Location : <b>UK > South East</b><br/>Reference : <b>TX/APR/302400</b><br/><br/>Our client is a global marine electronics company that is part of a multi billion dollar US corporate and is at the cutting edge of marine navigation technology, and as a result they are winning significant contracts.As they continue to grow, our client is looking for a talented tax manager to take responsibility for the statutory compliance and direct taxation requirement across their European business and to oversee the work of their indirect taxation team.&nbsp;The role will offer you unique a combination of hands on involvement, thereby ensuring the maintenance of our excellent compliance record whilst strategically impacting the way we deals with our future tax obligations.&nbsp; &nbsp;If you are looking for a new challenge and are an ACA/CTA qualified accountant with experience of European direct taxation, transfer pricing and cross border transactions we would like to hear from you.In return, our client can offer you the opportunity to have true responsibility within an international company whilst enjoying a competitive salary with car allowance, pension and health care.If you would like to learn more about this opportunity please email ap@grs.com or phone Angela on +44(0)1273 727 000. GRS Tax VAT Automation Manager http://www.grs.com/33/opportunities/1576/vat-automation-manager.html Salary : <b>£ 80,000 -120,000</b><br/>Location : <b>UK > London</b><br/>Reference : <b>TX/IBH/334300</b><br/><br/>This is a challenging role for a dynamic individual who has strong experience in electronic systems auditing, to help drive a rapidly growing suite of cutting-edge IT audit analytics, creating industry leading solutions for blue-chip businesses.You will manage a team and support both the implementation and development of the company&rsquo;s electronic VAT automation solutions. The role will require the following skills: technical 60% (VAT, Systems, Audit &ndash; ERP/SAP/Oracle), Client Facing 20%, Management 20%. International travel will be also required.You will be responsible for driving the implementation of electronic VAT solutions, and leading the formulation and development of new intelligence to deliver sharper and more focused electronic VAT analysis and EU tax administration objectives.&nbsp;Key requirements: VAT auditing and transaction analysis experience (experience of IDEA or ACL or equivalent software solution essential). Excellent English is a must, another European language is desirable.If you would like to know more about this opportunity please email ih@grs.com or phone Izabela on +44(0)1273 727 000.&nbsp; GRS Tax Trader Operations Manager http://www.grs.com/33/opportunities/1557/trader-operations-manager.html Salary : <b>€60,000 + up to 20% bonus</b><br/>Location : <b>Europe - Other</b><br/>Reference : <b>TX/LAS/343300</b><br/><br/>This is a position is within a European Commercial bank.&nbsp; The Luxembourg office work closely with London&rsquo;s structured transactions group and manages the big ticket equity and derivatives trading business. The Luxembourg office is looking to hire an Operations Support professional, key responsibilities will be managing and controlling trade capture, confirmations and settlement processes for 3 traders. This is not a settlements position and not mass bookings, the trades are large, big ticket structure finance deals that require a high level of financial acumen and calculating of financial models. You must be fluent&nbsp;in English, have excellent academics and be strong in financial accounting and communication.If you would like to learn more about this opportunity please email ls@grs.com or phone Loraine on +44(0)1273 727 000. GRS Tax VAT Compliance Senior Manager / Project Manager http://www.grs.com/33/opportunities/1524/vat-compliance-senior-manager-project-manager-.html Salary : <b>€70,000 – €90,000 base</b><br/>Location : <b>Europe - Other > Belgium</b><br/>Reference : <b>TX/LAS/326400</b><br/><br/>This is a position within a professional advisory within a European Shared Service centre that provides SAP, VAT reporting, reconciliations and flow of goods information for their multi-national clients. &nbsp;The ideal candidate will have either have a background within in professional advisory firm or industry. You will be required to manage teams of juniors who prepare the reports for the clients.In addition you will be client facing in this role therefore it is imperative you have a sound comprehension of VAT issues faced by multinational organisations. If you would like further information about this opportunity please email ls@grs.com or phone Loraine on +44(0)1273 727 000. GRS Tax Head of Tax http://www.grs.com/33/opportunities/1523/head-of-tax-.html Salary : <b>£100,000 +</b><br/>Location : <b>UK > South East</b><br/>Reference : <b>TX/APR/332900</b><br/><br/>Excellent Head of Tax role for a FTSE 100 company.Our client is a global FTSE company. They are currently looking to recruit a Head of Tax for this high profile company department. Reporting directly to the CFO you will be managing a team of 5. The main aspects of the role are: <ul style="margin-top: 0cm"><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; color: #6c6c6c; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Being the recognised leader of the tax department - reporting directly to the directors, audit committee etc., agreeing with the board the group&rsquo;s tax strategy and successfully implementing it.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; color: #6c6c6c; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Managing the group&rsquo;s relationships with tax authorities, and advisors.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; color: #6c6c6c; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Establishing strong relationships with the regional finance directors and their teams.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; color: #6c6c6c; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Ensuring that the group&rsquo;s effective tax rate, and cash tax targets are met within the agreed budget for professional fees, and the board&rsquo;s directions on tax risk.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; color: #6c6c6c; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Ensure that the group is compliant in its corporate tax and VAT affairs.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; color: #6c6c6c; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Identifying and managing the execution of global tax planning opportunities.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; color: #6c6c6c; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Overall responsibility for the year-end and half-year reporting process.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; color: #6c6c6c; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Closely work with Treasury department for cross functional opportunities.</li></ul>&nbsp;The successful candidate will have the following attributes: <ul style="margin-top: 0cm"><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; color: #6c6c6c; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Qualified accountant or lawyer.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; color: #6c6c6c; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Strong international tax experience.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; color: #6c6c6c; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Strong tax accounting experience. </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; color: #6c6c6c; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Must be proactive and prepared to take initiative.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; color: #6c6c6c; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Strong project and man management skills.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; color: #6c6c6c; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Strong communication skills &ndash; particularly the ability to explain tax to non-tax professionals.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; color: #6c6c6c; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Must be a team player.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt; color: #6c6c6c; tab-stops: list 36.0pt">Must be always prepared to go that extra mile to deliver quality work for our &ldquo;clients&rdquo;.</li></ul>Flexibility to travel to other offices as business needs dictate.&nbsp;If you would like to know more about this opportunity please email ap@grs.com or phone&nbsp;Angela on&nbsp;+44(0)1273 727 000.&nbsp; &nbsp; GRS Tax Tax Manager http://www.grs.com/33/opportunities/1513/tax-manager.html Salary : <b>Competitive</b><br/>Location : <b>UK > South West</b><br/>Reference : <b>TX/APR/328300</b><br/><br/>Our clients currently have an excellent opportunity within an expanding fashion retailer based on the south coast. As a Tax Manager and part of a small team you will gain exposure to a varied caseload including compliance and planning matters. As the company continues to thrive and move into the international market the role has the potential to offer some interesting international tax work.Applicants should have Accounting experience including analytical work and control accounts reconciliation and experience in the preparation of CTSA returns for companies. You should be a qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CTA although AAT/ATT is acceptable. Further development to managerial level may be required.&nbsp; You should also have Advance Excel skills. Those with use of Alphatax software and knowledge of VAT and Employment Taxes would be desirableAs a Tax Manager, some of your key objectives will be to: <ul><li>Maximize corporate tax efficiency across the Group especially the UK companies. </li><li>Manage the preparation, submission and responses to HMRC enquiries of UK tax computations. </li><li>Co-ordinate and manage activities on any international tax issues if necessary. </li><li>Ensure Group tax structure is implemented as intended by the Group&#39;s professional advisers and its integrity maintained. </li></ul>Some of your key responsibilities will be: <ul><li>To develop a detailed understanding of the Group corporate structure and the tax implications thereof and to propose and implement any change in accounting procedure for easy completion of corporate tax returns. </li><li>To manage statutory compliance of corporation tax for all the UK and UK resident companies including Capital Allowances analysis and Transfer Pricing documentation. </li><li>To manage statutory compliance of corporation tax for international companies including Transfer Pricing documentation if necessary. </li><li>To provide tax related input to statutory accounts and reporting process. </li><li>To provide technical advice and support to internal customers where required. </li><li>To support Senior Tax Manager on ad-hoc projects as required. </li><li>To cover for other taxes when required. </li><li>Any other ad-hoc assignment as required.</li></ul>If you would like to know more about this opportunity please email ap@grs.com or contact Angela on +44(0)1273 727 000. &nbsp; GRS Tax US Tax Specialist http://www.grs.com/33/opportunities/1463/us-tax-specialist.html Salary : <b>$200,000 - $400,000</b><br/>Location : <b>US > New York</b><br/>Reference : <b>TX/LAS/293800</b><br/><br/>This tier 1 US investment bank is looking to appoint a Senior U.S. tax specialist in their Asia office. &nbsp;The ideal person will advise the front office businesses, Asian tax department, and finance functions on U.S. tax matters and liaise between New York and Asia on cross border tax matters and corporate tax initiatives. &nbsp;You must be at least 8 years + US Tax experience and have strong advisory experience in Fixed Income, Equities and Structured Finance. &nbsp;You will also need to provide US tax due diligence support for Asia M&amp;A activity. &nbsp;You must be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, have the ability to be self motivated and manage multiple projects. Either Cantonese or Mandarin language skills is an advantage but not essential.If you would like to know more about this opportunity please email ls@grs.com or phone Loraine on +44(0)1273 727 000. GRS Tax