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Tax Senior Manager - Global Compliance & Transformation - Data & Automation

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KPMG

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Accounting & Tax
  • Birmingham

AI generated summary

  • You need deep tax compliance expertise, tax tech implementation experience, project management skills, data analysis abilities, and strong communication skills. Experience with ERP, cloud tech, and transformation is essential.
  • You will lead tax transformation projects, design automation solutions, support global governance, manage teams, build client relationships, and develop service offerings while ensuring best practices.

Requirements

  • Deep tax compliance, automation and reporting expertise, particularly around indirect taxes, including EMEA compliance
  • Familiarity with end-to-end finance processes (Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Record-to-report) and their integration with tax
  • Advising on appropriate tax technology to support compliance and reporting processes
  • Deep tax technology implementation experience, including requirements gathering from a tax, IT & User Interface perspective, and creating and reviewing design documentation
  • Tax transformation experience, including tax governance, process design and improvement
  • Project management
  • Client and engagement management
  • Data, data bases, data transmission and data transformation including an understanding of structured query language (SQL)
  • Analysing large volumes of data
  • Designing cloud-based practical applications from a tax perspective
  • Acting as a functionality translator, being the primary liaison between technology teams and tax teams
  • Awareness of technology and automation to drive efficiency, risk management and value
  • Experience in process, risk and controls design
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with strong oral and written communication skills. Communicates with impact, in a way that is open, honest, consistent and clear
  • Takes personal responsibility and accountability for own work. Sustains a high level of drive, shows enthusiasm and a positive attitude when coping with pressure at work
  • Analyses problems, identifies core issues, investigates, evaluates and integrates information
  • Builds the reputation of KPMG through the quality of work, knowledge and experience
  • Awareness or experience of tax and accounting compliance processes (e.g. Direct/Indirect tax returns, statutory accounting)
  • At senior manager level you will be proactive, curious, committed and invested in self development and learning. You will demonstrate resilience, accountability, flexibility, be experienced in leading others, managing significant size engagements and client relationships, driving results and managing risk
  • Across GCT we would welcome applications from those qualified by experience, as well as ATT / CTA / ACA or equivalent qualifications. Project Management qualifications along with specific transformation skills (e.g. Lean Six Sigma) are also welcome
  • Key skills required include confidence in being able to articulate Pillar 2 impact on compliance and reporting and associated transformation necessary
  • We would welcome applicants that are skilled in one or more of the following areas – tax reporting, transfer pricing, direct/indirect tax and statutory accounting along with project management or experience of managing multi-jurisdictional projects, transition and transformation experience
  • We would welcome applicants qualified by experience in financial and trading systems, ERP and tax technology solutions (e.g. FICO qualified, Thomson Reuters Certified Implementer)
  • Experience of designing, building and managing various aspects of Tax Operating Model, including tax transformation, compliance and reporting managed services & co-sourcing, tax process design and tax governance is all highly valued
  • We would welcome applicants with skills and experience in designing and implementing tax strategies and establishing target operation models for tax functions
  • Experience within the statutory and tax space is helpful but not mandatory
  • Deploying data focused solutions that enable automation
  • Implementation and configuration of technology
  • Experience with Azure data lakes and similar technologies

Responsibilities

  • Leading and managing the overall delivery of tax transformation and technology projects, often as part of a wider finance transformation program
  • Helping clients to design, build and deploy automation solutions which are designed for Tax
  • Supporting our clients in designing systems which address tax requirements in different countries in the optimal way
  • Working together with Tax Transformation and GCT colleagues as well as other teams in KPMG such as Consulting
  • Helping clients develop robust global governance and control frameworks
  • Develop our service offerings and service delivery models
  • Establishing and maintaining strong client relationships with our clients
  • Performance manage managers and assistant managers and oversee the output from offshore resource in order to deliver client projects
  • Identify opportunities to provide additional services that the client may need and liaise with subject specialists
  • Coaching and technical support for other team members
  • Follow KPMG best practice and policy

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Tax Senior Manager - Global Compliance & Transformation - Data & Automation.

Where is this position located?

The position is located in multiple locations including Aberdeen, Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Gatwick, Gibraltar, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Milton Keynes, Newcastle upon Tyne, Norwich, Nottingham, Plymouth, Reading, South Coast - Southampton, and Watford.

What type of employment is offered for this position?

This position is offered as full-time or part-time.

What is the experience level required for this role?

The experience level required for this role is Senior Manager.

What are some key areas of expertise necessary for this role?

Key areas of expertise necessary for this role include deep tax compliance, automation, reporting expertise, familiarity with end-to-end finance processes, tax technology advising, tax transformation experience, and project management.

Are there specific technologies or tools required for this position?

Yes, familiarity with data management, databases, data transmission, SQL, and cloud-based applications from a tax perspective is desirable.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Tax Senior Manager?

Responsibilities include leading tax transformation and technology projects, helping clients design automation solutions for tax, establishing governance frameworks, client relationship management, and coaching team members.

Is there an opportunity for professional development in this role?

Yes, there is an opportunity for career development within a dynamic part of the business that embraces personal development.

What qualifications are preferred for this position?

Preferred qualifications include ATT, CTA, ACA or equivalent certifications, as well as project management qualifications and transformation skills (e.g., Lean Six Sigma).

Does KPMG offer flexible working arrangements?

Yes, KPMG offers flexible working arrangements including early or late starts, shorter working days, and the opportunity to discuss individual requirements.

What kind of clients will this role involve working with?

This role involves working with a diverse client base including mid-market, FTSE listed groups, public sector entities, and clients from various industries such as real estate and financial services.

Is prior experience in statutory and tax space mandatory?

No, experience within the statutory and tax space is helpful but not mandatory.

What is the aim of the Global Compliance & Transformation (GCT) team at KPMG?

The aim of the GCT team is to help multinational groups and financial services clients manage their global tax compliance, reporting, and statutory accounting obligations through outsourcing, co-sourcing, transformation, and technology.

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KPMG is one of the Big 4 accounting firms and provides professional services in the areas of audit, tax, and advisory. With a global presence, they offer a wide range of solutions to help organisations navigate complex business challenges, manage risks, and achieve sustainable growth. KPMG's ultimate mission is to inspire confidence and empower change, aiming to deliver high-quality services that contribute to the success and long-term viability of their clients. Their purpose revolves around building trust in the capital markets, supporting economic growth, and fostering a culture of integrity and accountability. Through their expertise, innovation, and commitment to ethical practices, KPMG strives to make a positive impact on businesses, economies, and society as a whole.