Head of Tax

Verian

works with clients around the world, providing evidence, insights and advisory services to inspire the next generation of public policy and programmes. We work at the intersection of data, technology, and human understanding. With permanent fully staffed offices in 17 countries, our 850 specialist consultants and researchers advise government departments, regulators, charities, and other public sector bodies to make the right decisions and improve people’s lives.

Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our Finance team as our Head of Tax. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background across Tax Law, Planning, Compliance, Risk and Audits. This individual will play a critical role in managing the organization's tax affairs to optimise tax outcomes, ensure compliance, and minimise tax risks.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure day-to-day tax compliance regarding VAT, Corporation Tax, With holding tax, in all jurisdictions working with external providers/ BPO for 20 markets.
Prepare tax provision and supporting disclosures for consolidated financial statements and local statutory accounts across markets
Govern and manage tax reporting processes with outsourced BPO
Manage transfer pricing across the group, maintain group policy and related documentation.
Ensure intercompany relationships are tax compliant and effective
Develop tax strategy to show ETR improvements
Provide tax input into internal projects ie from business/ investors

Qualifications:

Extensive experience of leading or managing Tax
Qualified Tax professional or account (CTA, ACA, ACCA)
Excellent knowledge of tax accounting and tax compliance
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Ideally worked in international markets