We are open to applicants from London or Lodz Poland for this opportunity.
ABOUT US
Tate and Lyle is a successful organisation with a clear purpose ambition strategy and strong expert talent solely focused on achieving its ambition as a world class ingredients solutions provider. We have expanded our plant-based footprint beyond corn into tapioca stevia leaf chickpea protein and soluble fibre to explore wider platforms for achieving our ambition. Achieving this ambition will require; development of new capabilities reallocation of resources and investment to become a leaner more agile company leveraging latest technology process insight and ways of working.
About this role:
As a Global Indirect Tax Advisory Senior Manager at Tate and Lyle you will be responsible for providing strategic advice and guidance on indirect tax matters including VAT GST and other transaction taxes. You will play a key role in optimizing tax positions and supporting the companys international operations. This role requires a deep understanding of indirect tax laws and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders to develop and implement effective tax strategies.
Accountabilities:
- Develop and implement the companys global indirect tax strategy ensuring alignment with overall business objectives and compliance with international tax regulations.
- Provide advice on indirect tax matters including VAT GST and other transaction taxes to senior management and other stakeholders.
- Lead global indirect tax projects including e-invoicing and digital tax compliance
- Managing indirect tax implications of M&A transactions including due diligence integration and post-acquisition compliance.
- Manage indirect tax touch points with transfer pricing customs and trade compliance team and supply chain
- Support impact of changes on global indirect tax laws and regulations on current processes.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders including tax authorities auditors and other regulatory bodies.
- Provide training and support to the finance and tax teams on indirect tax matters fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
- Provision of technical advice to the business including but not limited to the impact of new legislation new product reviews supply chain and ad hoc queries
- Identify potential tax risks and cash saving opportunities and lead initiatives to manage risks/realise opportunities
- Mitigate indirect tax risks ensuring that the company is not exposed to unnecessary tax liabilities.
Skills and Experience Required:
- A minimum of 7-10 years of experience in indirect tax preferably within a multinational corporation or a Big Four accounting firm.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Significant experience (minimum 7-10 years) in indirect tax with a focus on VAT GST and other indirect taxes.
- Advanced understanding of the global tax environment and its impact on business operations.
- Proven experience in leading and developing a team of tax professionals.
- Advanced communication skills to persuade and influence stakeholders. The role needs to adapt styles interpret and explain information to different audiences inside and outside the organisation who are not familiar with the subject matter.
- Oversee the resolution of complex or unusual issues utilising original thought or unique approaches and sophisticated analytical techniques to guide the development of sub-regional processes.
- Proven ability to significantly influence outcomes through effective decision-making for assigned teams.
- Able to direct the application of existing principles and provide insights to senior management about the development of new polices ideas and approaches
What we can offer you
As a business operating in 50 countries worldwide we offer a global rewards package to all employees alongside a range of country-specific benefits. In addition to the flexible working policy hybrid working model & competitive salary we offer.
At Tate & Lyle we are committed to all our employees being seen heard and valued and thus we value the contributions of people with unique backgrounds identities and experiences.
Tate & Lyle is an equal opportunity employer committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.
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