Group Tax Specialist

Keelings is hiring a Group Tax Specialist to join our Group Finance Function, based in St. Margaret's, North Dublin.

Join Keelings You will be part of a passionate team of people and a growing business. Come on the journey with us where you will grow and develop and truly feel a sense of belonging. At Keelings, we don't just grow quality fresh produce, we also nurture people and their professional development. The Keelings family always employ the best people for the job, the key to our success is the quality of the people we employ.

Our Strategic Priorities

Better Food - We make our products better and inspire more people to enjoy produce.

People - We support our people to learn, be at their best, contribute and deliver on their commitments, using One Keelings' standards.

Better Ways - Every year we improve our competitiveness, efficiency and delivery through insight, technology and One Keelings.

Better World - We improve our environmental and social impact to make a positive difference in our world.

Partnerships - Working with Keelings creates value and long-term relationships with our customers & suppliers.

Growth - We invest in and deliver insight led, focused, profitable growth into the future.

Keelings Values

People Matter - We support and treat each other in a clear, fair and respectful way. We all learn, develop and encourage everyone to contribute

Teamwork - We inspire and help each other to deliver our ambitions together as One Keelings

Integrity - We do the right thing and deliver on our commitments

Passion for Achievement - We motivate ourselves and each other to achieve our ambitions with energy, knowledge and courage. We are always striving to be better.

Purpose of the Role

This role is within the Group Finance function. The successful candidate will play a key role within area of tax compliance and tax planning. This role will interact with middle and senior management and will offer exposure to a variety of areas. This is an opportunity for an enthusiastic and ambitious qualified tax specialist to learn and get exposure to many financial aspects of a large fast-moving business.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

• Develop and outline best practise for Corporate Tax compliance and reporting
• Rollout compliance framework across the group
• Preparation of Corporation Tax Returns & Tax Computations for UK and Ireland
• Preparation of Dividend Withholding Tax Returns & Stamp Duty Returns
• Work with outsourced provider on the completion of corporate tax returns for other relevant jurisdictions
• Be the lead on tax audits and projects when they arise
• Support the Group Head of Tax in the provision of accurate tax advice to internal partners (e.g. Finance, Legal, HR, Treasury etc) in an efficient and timely manner.
• Offer guidance on complex tax issues, interpret tax legislation and advise the Group on the tax implications of various transactions or business decisions.
• Liaising with Revenue & HMRC as and when required
• Monitor tax law changes in various jurisdictions and assess impact on the business
• Advise the business on the tax implications of corporate decisions
• BEPS, preparation of documentation required in each jurisdiction to comply with transfer pricing legislation and maintain on an ongoing basis.
• Advising the business units on queries re indirect taxes around the movement of product
• Carry out a review of the VAT status of the group and conduct VAT audits
• Compliance checks and reviews with business units
• In addition to the above the role will offer exposure to a variety of other opportunities which could arise during the course of the business which will have a tax aspect to be considered. For example:

- Acquisitions

- Capital Expenditure Projects

- Property related projects

Key Skills & Knowledge

Essential: 

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) and/or CTA qualification.
• Significant experience in a tax specialist role (practice or industry)
• Up to date knowledge of Irish and UK corporate tax legislation
• Strong written communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Experience in AlphaTax is desirable 
• Capacity to interact with senior management and other functional areas
• Good communication & presentation skills 
• Ability to work on own initiative and as well as part of team
• Ability to manage time and perform to strict deadlines
• Attention to detail and a desire to complete work to a high standard

Education & Qualifications:

Qualified chartered tax advisor ("CTA") and qualified chartered accountant ("ACA") 

Desirable:

• Experience in the FMCG Food sector 
• Exposure to corporate taxes in other jurisdictions
• Exposure to other taxes - VAT, Duty would be preferable
• Management of Revenue audits
• High attention to detail and ability to manage large workloads under tight deadlines.
• A team player who thrives in a dynamic environment.

Recruitment Process

1. CV Submission & email acknowledgment of receipt

2. Phone Screening

3. 1st Interview

4. 2nd Interview & Technical Assessment

5. Outcome & Feedback

Inclusion & Diversity Statement

In Keelings we value all perspectives and knowledge that our colleagues bring to our business. We are committed to forming a diverse and inclusive team where all can share their unique experiences and perspectives. We welcome applications from all cultures and backgrounds and are dedicated to forming an environment of inclusiveness and diversity where all can thoroughly feel a sense of belonging. 

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you require reasonable accommodation in submitting your application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please contact recruitment_keelings@keelings.com

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