International Tax Consultant

Allen & Overy LLP

As an International Tax Consultant you will be responsible for the management of the international tax compliance affairs of both Allen & Overy (A&O) and its individual partners for around one third of the territories in which A&O operates on both an accurate and timely basis, including accounting for tax reserves and tax payments. You will also be involved in ad hoc international tax projects such as tax equalisation schemes, transfer pricing, deferred tax calculations, and structure related modelling. What you will do Liaise with international offices and external advisers to provide data for completion of tax returns for A&O and individual partners. Attend meetings with global finance managers and external advisers as necessary – some international travel will be required. Support with annual budgeting process including tax equalisation and cash flow calculations. Handle internal and client withholding tax queries & liaise with global finance teams. Prepare Double Tax Relief (DTR) calculations for annual UK tax return filings for individual partners. Liaise with Allen & Overy finance teams globally to reconcile and ensure accurate posting of international tax payments. Support with year end work processes, including setup of international tax reserves, tax equalisation calculations, accounts disclosures and account reconciliations. Manage individual partner international tax reserves including foreign currency aspects, deferred tax calculations, reconciliation and subsequent clearout. Support with other ad hoc projects as necessary e.g. transfer pricing and financial modelling for business change initiatives. What you will have Graduate or A level calibre. Qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, CIMA, ACCA etc.). Personal or corporate tax compliance experience would be beneficial but is not a prerequisite for the role. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to liaise effectively with staff based in other offices (including other members of the Partners’ Affairs & Tax team based in London and Hong Kong) as well as external advisers. Enthusiastic, pro-active, persistent, robust, commitment to "getting the job done". Able to work effectively using own initiative and as part of a team. Strong numeracy and IT skills, including knowledge of Windows, Excel and Word and the ability to adapt to using unfamiliar software packages. Particular emphasis is placed on experience of Excel. Strong time management skills - ability to multi-task, prioritise, manage and critically review large volumes of data. Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines. Proven ability to provide a high level of ’client service’ What we can offer you Competitive base salary Annual performance based bonus Flexible working approach Private healthcare coverage Holiday trading scheme Perks Card Mental health & health and wellbeing resources Family and social events, including charity and social committees
Posted
Title
Staff Attorney
Practice Areas
Tax
Experience
1+ year
Type
Law Firm