Head of Tax

Role The Head of Tax is responsible for oversight of all Tax matters related to the Group Entities operating in Ireland. The Head of Tax, in coordination with the CFO, ensures strong integration with the Group Tax Department and adherence to Group Tax Policies. The position is a key strategic role ensuring compliance with Tax regulations and the protection of the Groups reputation. The role reports functionally to the Central Head of Group Tax, per the mission letter, and hierarchically to the CFO CIB Ireland. Responsibilities of the role are split between Tax Compliance and Tax Advisory, both aimed at being accountable for the administration of the Tax risk of the entities in the territory and ensuring that all tax commitments before the Tax Authorities of the Groups Irish legal entities are met in Ireland or abroad, as necessary. The role is highly supported by external Tax Advisors engaged in both advisory and compliance activities, hired by the Group as part of the external consulting policies, and by Territory entity level Heads of Tax, despite the latter not having a hierarchical report to the Territory Head of Tax. The Territory Head of Tax must ensure that external tax consulting follows internal policies and delegations, including approval from central management. This mandate covers all entities of the Group in Ireland, except for Human Resources (HR) related taxation, which is under the direct responsibility of the Head of HR due to confidentiality purposes. However, the Head of Tax is engaged in advisory activities for HR to the extent that confidentiality of individual employee information is maintained. (1) List of entities within the role remit explained in the Tax Entities Governance Cartography (2) List of entities within the role remit explained in the Finance Entities Governance Cartography Key criteria of the role Organization & Team: Ensure that the Tax Team is appropriately organized and staffed with the correct profiles according to the business needs of the Bank and Entities under responsibility. Directly oversee the Staff Development, Training and Succession planning. Finance & Tax Projects & Systems: Within the scope of responsibilities, support the CFO in rolling out of the new systems, change of organizational setup, maintenance and enhancement of Finance & Tax systems, etc. in strict liaison with the Infinity EMEA services platform Projects & Systems Team, located in MFSC or Central Tax Projects Teams. Procedures & Controls: Ensure that the Areas procedures and controls are up to date. Jointly accountable with the CFO in maintaining contact with external authorities and stakeholders Accountable for correct reporting to tax authorities Maintains normative watch of Tax matters of potential impact to Entities under scope All interactions with auditors, including follow up of recommendations, within the scope of its responsibilities. Performance: Contribute periodical information (minimum monthly) of performance, risk and control indicators of the area under responsibility (KPI, KRI and KCI), following the standard defined for the Finance & Tax Department. Key Responsibilities Manage Tax Reporting and filing process including CT, VAT, DIRT, FATCA, AEOI, Interest Reporting according to Irish and International reporting requirements. Oversee and manage the interaction with Tax Compliance Service Providers to ensure timely & accurate information filing/reporting. Ensure all Tax reporting & Payments are adequate and appropriate. Monitoring of Tax Regulation Changes ensuring timely compliance. Assess/manage tax risks for Group Companies in Ireland. In co-ordination with CFO, provision of Group Tax Department opinion with respect to all new Activities/Products launched in Ireland (NAC/TAC Process). Establish & maintain a reporting forum with CFO and Group Tax Department covering Tax & Business Evolutions in Ireland. Signatory of the TAC/NAC/OTC process, jointly with the CFO in representation of the Tax Function as delegation from Group Tax Department. Implementation of TPA structures/agreements as required according to Ireland operations within the Global franchise. Maintaining inventory of said agreements & reporting to CFO & Group Tax Department. Evaluation of changes needed with the evolution of the setup. Assurance that all intra-group SLAs are appropriately articulated from a tax perspective with regard to services provided/received & cost allocation/charging methodologies explained and respecting domestic and international Tax guidelines. Be a Business Partner providing advice on structuring where required & ensuring strong awareness of Tax compliance & reporting across the Entities. Advising on disclosure requirements including FATCA, AEOI etc. Provide Timely & accurate information/advice to the Business on tax developments potentially affecting their activities business. Manage interaction with external tax advisors to ensure timely delivery of high-quality, cost-effective and accurate tax advice. Manage interaction with internal and external auditors in their completion of audits. Manage Irish Tax Authority Audit process, together with any Foreign Tax Authority Inquiry as it relates to any Irish (1) Group Company. Act as principal point of contact for Ireland Management on all tax matters relevant to the Irish businesses. Develop strong collaborative relationships with all business and functional leads. In strict coordination with CFO, report periodically as required to the Dublin Branch ExCo, and Boards of Directors of other Irish Group Companies (1) on tax developments affecting the Groups Irish operations. Maintain strong reporting line to CFO and Group Tax Department in respect of Irish tax developments, transactions currently underway and contemplated, and other pertinent matters arising. Maintain strong collaborative and interactive working relationship with other members of Group Tax Department across the Group internationally, for Irish related business (business lines, clients and/or entities). Represent the Group in all contacts with the Irish Tax Authority, and ensure that a strong and collaborative working relationship is maintained with the Irish Tax Authority at all times. Interact proactively with all areas of the business to optimise the profile of the tax function in Ireland and beyond. Build relationships and network across the industry. Manage relationship with other applicable tax advisors. Qualifications & Experience required: Language skills: Fluent in English Educational background: Finance and accounting, certified. 10+ years experience in the financial services industry (banking, capital markets, custody, fund administration), o/w 5+ years managing teams - Big4 experience is desirable IT skills: capacity to use several of the following office tools in a proficient manner- MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access) Soft Skills: Organizational capacity; decision making; critical thinking; ability to synthesize/simplify; ability to inspire others and generate commitment. Great opportunity to join a highly collaborative, open minded environment with excellent benefit and competitive salary package. A chance to grow, develop, and expand your skills and career If you'd like to find out more about the position apply now or get in touch - #LI-BM1 Skills: TAX ACA FINANCIAL SERVICES Benefits: Bonus