Direct Tax Manager

The opportunity is for an individual with experience of group tax reporting (IFRS and / or US GAAP) to provide Group Tax Accounting/ reporting services. You will assist clients in leading their tax accounting/ reporting process and help identify process improvements to streamline the tax accounting provision. The tax accounting portfolio will be complimented by multi-country direct tax portfolio where you will be the client’s primary point of contact. You will lead sharing insights with clients from their direct tax data across countries, major legislative changes which need to be planned for and tax opportunities which could deliver value. You will be supported by a diverse team from graduates to partners, working on clients together to deliver insight and value. It's an exciting time for tax professionals as the tax landscape continues to change, most recently the introduction of the BEPS Pillar Two Framework is expected to have a significant impact on multinational groups globally. As part of the ETC team, you will be at the forefront of understanding the impact of these changes on our business and our clients and will have the opportunity to work within a cross- service line team to assist with technical discussions for internal/ external stakeholders on BEPS Pillar Two areas of focus – particularly: Preparation of impact assessment models and gap-fit analysis based on the client ERP and tax accounting/ reporting system Preparation of BEPS Pillar Two provision based on the client tax accounting reporting process at Group level Support with compliance solution and other business development activities Delivery of outsource provision and compliance services for BEPS Pillar Two We will provide necessary training/ upskilling to assist with BEPS Pillar Two work/ opportunities. Your key responsibilities Managing account resourcing, budget and delivery Supporting pursuits, including BEPS Pillar Two Managing client accounts and relationships Preparation and review of tax reporting packages including BEPS Pillar Two provision Connecting our clients to EY subject matter specialists Maintaining quality standards Developing and coaching the team Escalation for client and EY teams Skills and attributes for success Experience in US GAAP and / or IFRS tax accounting provisions/projects Knowledge of BEPS Pillar Two – OECD GloBE Framework Corporate income tax experience (any country or countries) Track record of managing teams Strong communication skills and experience working with multi-country teams An ability to distil complex concepts into simple high-level messages Organized with an ability to deliver tax accounting in a short timeframe Experience coaching and developing junior staff Problem solving capabilities Ability to manage budgets and time to deliver a quality output Accounting qualification To qualify for the role, you must have ACA/CA/ACCA/CTA/CPA qualified or equivalent Strong tax accounting skills and technical knowledge on ASC 740 and / or IAS 12 framework Experience in tax accounting packages and good excel skills Agile to the changing client environment and can provide quality deliverable under a tight timelines Degree qualified Experience in corporate tax Good understanding on Withholding tax process and accounting Experience providing tax services to a portfolio of clients Ideally, you’ll also have Project management skills, plan and priorities work, meet deadlines, monitor own budget What we look for We are looking for individuals with a transformative mindset, people who can see past what we do today and dream up what we could do tomorrow. We want people who communicate well, work as part of a team and drive their responsibilities through to completion. What we offer EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) is a dynamic and truly global delivery network. We work across six locations – Argentina, China, India, the Philippines, Poland and the UK – and with teams from all EY service lines, geographies and sectors, playing a vital role in the delivery of the EY growth strategy. From accountants to coders to advisory consultants, we offer a wide variety of fulfilling career opportunities that span all business disciplines. In GDS, you will collaborate with EY teams on exciting projects and work with well-known brands from across the globe. We’ll introduce you to an ever-expanding ecosystem of people, learning, skills and insights that will stay with you throughout your career. Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. About EY EY | Building a better working world