European Tax Manager

Parkside Recruitment ,
London, Greater London

Overview

Job Description

Our International Client urgently requires an experienced European Tax Manager to support its European business operations for an 8 month period based in London. The ideal candidate will be able to work with a high level of collegiality, functioning as a tax adviser and project supervisor. Primary duties include: * Contribute to implementation of agreed-upon European tax strategies and projects * Assist with developing strategic and operational implementation work plans and ability to measure results against plans * Review financial data for proper application of tax laws * Assist with managing relationships with outside tax consultants and regulatory authorities on an ongoing basis This position interacts with the company's European business units, so any candidate should be able to work well with cross functional teams. You must be able to communicate complex tax concepts in ways that are meaningful and useful to non-tax professionals. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years of international income tax experience with a public accounting firm, major law firm, and/or in industry, preferably a multinational corporation. The job requires excellent written and oral communication skills and an understanding of European tax law. Fluency in English is required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Additional requirements include: * Degree in law or accounting - chartered accountant (or equivalent) or graduate degree in taxation preferred * Understanding of accounting concepts preferred * Detail-oriented individual who takes ownership of projects * Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with all levels of management * Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills * Able to extract, analyse, and review data and make appropriate recommendations * Work effectively in a team environment * Hard working, quicker learner with a positive can do attitude and solid professionalism * Partner well with people at all levels within an organisation * Able to work in a fast paced, informal, and often ambiguous environment * Another European language is a nice to have * Excellent Excel and general computer skills If you are interested, please apply immediately. Parkside Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Parkside Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.