Head of Tax & Treasury
Posted 3 days 14 hours ago by YouGov
Permanent
Not Specified
Other
London, United Kingdom
Job Description
We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Head of Tax & Treasury to join our Global Finance team based in London.
This critical role will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive tax and treasury strategy that supports the company's global growth and profitability. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of success in managing complex tax and treasury matters across multiple jurisdictions and will be a strong leader with the ability to build and motivate a high-performing team.
Here's a breakdown of what you'll do (not all of it, just the important stuff):
- Tax Strategy & Compliance:
- Develop and implement global and regional tax strategies that align with the company's business objectives and ensure tax efficiency.
- Oversee all tax compliance activities, including corporate income tax, VAT/GST, and other statutory filings across jurisdictions.
- Monitor global tax developments, including BEPS and OECD guidelines, and assess their impact on the company's operations.
- Manage relationships with tax authorities, advisors, and auditors, ensuring robust defence during audits and disputes.
- Transfer Pricing Management:
- Redesign and implement compliant and tax-efficient transfer pricing policies to support intercompany transactions across jurisdictions.
- Ensure accurate and consistent documentation of transfer pricing arrangements in line with local and international regulations.
- Conduct periodic reviews and benchmarking studies to validate transfer pricing models.
- Lead responses to transfer pricing audits and inquiries, minimizing risks and exposures.
- Treasury Management:
- Oversee cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning to meet operational and strategic needs.
- Develop strategies for optimizing working capital, managing foreign exchange risks, and safeguarding cash reserves.
- Monitor and manage global banking relationships to ensure efficient execution of treasury functions.
- Loan Management:
- Lead the structuring, negotiation, and management of intercompany loans and external debt arrangements.
- Ensure compliance with local and international regulations regarding loan agreements and interest rates.
- Monitor debt covenants and maintain optimal capital structure, ensuring sufficient funding for business operations and growth initiatives.
- Evaluate and implement strategies to minimize financing costs and mitigate credit risks.
- Financial Risk Management:
- Identify and manage financial risks, including interest rate, currency, and credit risks, using appropriate hedging instruments.
- Develop and execute strategies to ensure robust financial stability and alignment with corporate objectives.
- Strategic Leadership:
- Provide strategic advice to senior leadership on tax, transfer pricing, treasury, and loan management matters.
- Collaborate with finance, legal, and operations teams to align tax and treasury strategies with business goals.
- Evaluate tax and treasury implications for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other corporate transactions.
- Operational Excellence:
- Establish and maintain robust internal controls and governance processes for tax and treasury functions.
- Drive process improvements and implement technology solutions to enhance accuracy and efficiency in tax reporting, transfer pricing, and treasury operations.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of tax and treasury professionals.
These are the essentials you'll need to get an interview:
- Strong knowledge of global tax regulations, transfer pricing guidelines, and financial instruments.
- Proficiency in cash flow forecasting, debt structuring, and financial risk management.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Advanced analytical skills with the ability to manage complex cross-border financial operations.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field. Advanced degree (e.g., Master's in Taxation, MBA) or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFA) preferred.
- 10-15 years of progressive experience in tax, transfer pricing, and treasury functions within multinational corporations or Big Four accounting firms.
- Expertise in international tax planning, transfer pricing regulations, and treasury operations.