Corporate Taxes:
* Overseeing the coordination of the corporation tax computations for the Group including CIR, group relief, deferred tax and associated notes to the financial statements.
* Calculating the Group’s payments on account on a quarterly/bi-annual basis (UK & Ireland).
* Carrying out R&D tax relief claims for the Group.
VAT & Indirect Taxes:
* Overseeing the coordination of the Group’s indirect returns including the preparation, submission and reconciliation of returns prepared by the UK/International Management Accounts teams.
* Ensuring all VAT filings and payments are made on time.
* Regular review of the VAT rates in the Finance system and provide details of any upcoming changes to VAT rates.
* Ensure proper classification and treatment of transactions to maximise VAT recovery and minimise tax exposure.
Tax Planning & Advisory:
* Developing good working relationships with our tax advisors and the tax authorities.
* Identify tax-saving opportunities and recommend tax strategies that align with business objectives.
* Assist in the development and implementation of tax-efficient structures for transactions, investments, and business activities.
* Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the business, ensuring proactive measures are taken.
* Support the business in managing international tax issues, including permanent establishment risks, withholding taxes, and cross-border transactions.
Compliance, Risk Management & Audits:
* Ensure the company maintains adequate documentation to support its tax positions in the event of a tax audit or review.
* Support tax audits and inquiries from tax authorities, providing necessary documentation and explanations.
* Maintaining access to tax mailboxes and portals and instructions on how to access them and monitoring tax mailboxes for correspondence on a regular basis.
* Ensuring all registered office and directors are kept up to date at the respective tax offices.
* Monitor and assess tax risks, implementing strategies to mitigate potential risks.
Transfer Pricing:
* Documenting, updating and communicating the Group’s Transfer Pricing policy and local transfer pricing files on an annual basis and reporting to the tax authorities (e.g. country by country reporting).
* Preparing the year-end management recharge calculations for inclusion in the year-end management accounts.
* Ensure compliance with local and international transfer pricing regulations and reporting requirements.