International Tax Manager

About the role 

Ever thought of moving in-house? Or perhaps, you are already in-house, and you’re interested in a new challenge?

We have an exciting opportunity for an International Tax Manager to join our Group Tax Team. The Group Tax Team works collaboratively with the business on a day-to-day basis to provide advice across all taxes. Our team is fueled by curious minds from diverse backgrounds.

This role will include working on advisory and compliance aspects for international tax. You will be communicating with the business and acting as the first point of contact for their tax queries. This role will partner with internal teams on projects and initiatives so a fantastic opportunity to build relationships within the business. You would also be drafting structure plans, preparing reports and support seniors managers as required.

A successful candidate must be a proven self-starter, who is comfortable with pro-actively communicating directly and liaising at all levels.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Work to build strong relationships with tax, treasury, finance, legal and operations personnel in key countries responsible for the business operations impacted by projects implemented
• Preparation of CFC analysis, as well as other tax reporting required e.g. DAC 6, WHT Clearances, Tax Residency Certificates, etc
• Assistance with UK and International tax audits
• Assist with design and implementation of business restructuring, refinancing and other advisory projects as required.
• Assist with ensuring that the group is compliant with its BEPS Pillar 2 compliance requirements.
• Providing transfer pricing support to the group. 

So, if you are an existing International Tax looking for a new challenge in a business which prioritises creativity and encourages you to make a difference - then we might be looking for you!

About you  

• Professional qualified accountant with ACA/ACCA/CA/ CTA or equivalent
• 2-3 years of previous experience on International Tax – desirable
• Demonstratable experience of working in a similar in-house International Tax role
• The ability to influence and confidently communicate and engage with a variety of stakeholders with varying levels of financial competence
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented individual who takes ownership of projects

Benefits 

• Competitive salary
• Discretionary bonus
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays 
• Pension scheme, life assurance and income protection
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Discounts
• Cycle to work scheme

Location:  This is a hybrid role, split between the London Paddington office (3 days) and home (2 days) – however flexibility will be required at times.

About us

We are DS Smith, together with International Paper, we are a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions and other fibre-based products. We believe a better, more sustainable tomorrow is possible with the right people, who challenge and support one another to enact positive change. We employ more than 65,000 colleagues in North America and Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), who are experts in innovation, manufacturing, design, sales, sustainability, supply chain, and much more. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Become part of a world-leading organisation and do your best work with us!

Fair recruitment at DS Smith

To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.

Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas, and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria.

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