FTSE250 Fin-Tech Operational Taxes Manager, London, to £90k + bonus

This is an exciting tax risk role, working at a fast paced FTSE250 in the heart of the City. The group achieved revenues in excess of £4 million in 2015 and has opened offices in 10 new geographies in the last 5 years. This fast paced business is committed to technological innovation and has been ranked as one of Britain’s top employers by the CRF Institute consistently over the last 4 years.

Following businesses expansion, the need has arisen for an Operational Tax Manager to join the Group in a newly created role. Reporting to the CFO, in a team of 5, you will personally lead the management of FATCA, CRS, tax risk policy and governance. Furthermore, you will support on wider projects including transfer pricing and M&A.

You should have a corporate tax background, with technical expertise in operational taxes across the financial markets. Previous industry experience is desirable, but not essential. In return for your experience, you will be rewarded with a varied and commercially engaged tax position in an innovative and forward-thinking organisation.

Key responsibilities:

Subject matter expert and main point of contact for all operational tax related queries within the business
Implementation of regulatory tax reporting related projects (AEOI, QI Agreement) and co-ordinating other reporting requirements
Participate in the identification, planning and implementation of operational tax initiatives such as 871(m)
Assisting with operational tax requirements associated with international business expansion and broadening of existing product offering
Undertaking review of business tax compliance (client documentation: IRS Withholding Certificates, FATCA & CRS Self-Certification forms, due diligence, operational procedures) to assist with Responsible Officer certifications
Keeping the business up–to-date on changes in the operational tax environment  and where appropriate, ensuring operational process and procedures are amended as required
Ensuring submission of annual HMRC (ISA), IRS (1042/1099) and AEOI (FATCA and CRS) returns to both customers and tax authorities in a timely manner
Ensuring your knowledge remains up to date with regards to all elements of required reporting.

About you:

Proven UK corporate tax compliance background
ACA or CTA qualified
Good knowledge of FATCA and ideally CRS
Able to engage with non-tax colleagues and convert complex tax matters into plain language
An ability to work flexibly on a large number of differing projects.

Key benefits:

Discretionary bonus
Defined contribution pension scheme
Subsidised gym membership
25 days annual holiday with option to buy and sell
Private medical cover
Season ticket loan
Cycle to work scheme
Share incentive plan
Fast-paced, creative working environment.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Greg Dadson directly at Nebula Partners