Job Description:
Job Title: EMEA Corporate Tax – Senior Tax Advisor
Location: London
Corporate Title: Director
Company Overview:
At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. Responsible Growth is how we run our company and how we deliver for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.
One of the keys to driving Responsible Growth is being a great place to work for our teammates around the world. We’re devoted to being a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone. We hire individuals with a broad range of backgrounds and experiences and invest heavily in our teammates and their families by offering competitive benefits to support their physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
Bank of America believes both in the importance of working together and offering flexibility to our employees.
Location Overview:
Our London office is based just a stone’s throw from the magnificent St. Paul’s Cathedral on bustling King Edward Street. Here you’ll find modern workspaces and a state-of-the-art auditorium space.
The Team:
The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Group is responsible for the overall financial management of our company. This includes accounting, financial and regulatory reporting, balance sheet management, financial planning and analysis, treasury, investor relations, corporate investments and tax.
EMEA Corporate Tax manages tax risk for the enterprise, determines tax strategy, advises on tax consequences of business transactions and structures, manages external tax audit and controversy processes and manages income tax accounting and compliance activities in EMEA.
Responsibilities:
* Provide tax advice to and manage tax risks associated with certain business and operation units in the EMEA Global Banking and Markets lines of business, including the review and approval of new products and changes in the bank’s operating models.
* Oversee the EY managed outsourcing arrangement for certain countries within EMEA, including: the review and approval of corporation tax filings, tax provision calculations and tax authority audits and settlements.
* Review and evaluate the impact of any new tax legislative proposals or changes, communicate the impacts to internal stakeholders and develop any necessary advocacy or action plans.
* Oversee tax governance and risk management consistent with the global framework; determine local tax guidelines; and implement initiatives to improve operational excellence.
* Work with colleagues in International and US tax and assist with queries on the local tax implications of global activities.
* Develop and approve tax planning initiatives with significant impact.
* Represent Bank of America at industry body forums and perform advocacy services as required, including industry submissions and liaising with tax authorities or government representatives.
What we are looking for:
* Significant level of post qualification experience in UK and International tax.
* Currently working within a financial services corporate tax department or with significant subject matter expertise in banking taxation at an accountancy or law firm.
* Effective communication skills. The role involves a high level of interaction with senior stakeholders in management, business and support groups on taxation matters.
* Strategic vision. Anticipate tax consequences arising from business developments or legislative change; develop tax effective solutions.
* Ability to influence key stakeholders and champion new ideas & initiatives; strong advocacy and negotiation skills; build strong relationships; resolve conflict; diplomatic.
* Ability to balance risk : reward and make appropriate decisions.
* Ability to manage multiple issues simultaneously.
Benefits of working at Bank of America:
UK
* Private healthcare for you and your family plus an annual health screen.
* Competitive pension plan, life assurance and group income protection cover.
* 20 days of back-up childcare and adult care per annum.
* The ability to change your core benefits as well as the option of selecting a variety of flexible benefits.
* Access to an emotional wellbeing helpline, mental health first aiders and virtual GP services.
* Access to an Employee Assistance Program for confidential support.
* Ability to donate to charities of your choice directly through payroll.
* Opportunity to access our Arts & Culture corporate membership program.
* Opportunity to give back to your community through volunteering.
Bank of America:
Good conduct and sound judgment is crucial to our long term success. It’s important that all employees in the organisation understand the expected standards of conduct and how we manage conduct risk.
We are an equal opportunities employer and ensure that no applicant is subject to less favourable treatment on the grounds of any protected characteristic. The Bank selects candidates for interview based on their skills, qualifications and experience.
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