Head of Internal Tax - Dublin/Cork

Southside Dublin
Permanent
Full-time

2 months ago

EY Ireland - Head of Internal TaxGeneral Information:Location: Dublin/CorkAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship: NoBusiness Area: UKI Core Business ServicesContract Type: Full-Time - PermanentWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Tax Professional to act as the Head of Internal Tax for EY Ireland. This role oversees and manages all internal tax compliance requirements and functions for our organisation and is pivotal in ensuring that we adhere to all tax regulations and compliance obligations. The successful candidate will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and will be responsible for providing strategic tax guidance, managing tax risks, and ensuring timely and accurate tax reporting.EY's culture promotes a flexible hybrid working environment. Candidates can choose to work from either our Dublin or Cork office.Key Responsibilities:

Tax Compliance Oversight: Lead and manage all aspects of tax compliance for the firm including oversight of Employment Taxes & Mobility, VAT, Corporation Tax and Partnership Tax returns.
Reporting and Documentation: Ensure timely and accurate preparation and submission of all tax returns and compliance documentation to the Irish Revenue, maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance.
Engagement with Authorities: Act as the primary point of contact for the Irish Revenue and other tax authorities, addressing inquiries and managing audits as necessary.
Collaboration with Internal Teams: Work closely with specialist internal tax functions, finance, and legal teams to ensure alignment on tax processes and compliance initiatives.
Key Relationship Management: Serve as the key relationship contact for EY Global from a tax perspective, facilitating communication and collaboration on tax matters across the organization.
Coordination with Member Firms: Engage with internal tax advisers in other EY Member Firms to share best practices, align on tax strategies, and ensure compliance related to other jurisdictions.

Technology Development and Implementation: Lead the development and implementation of new technology and automated processes to increase the efficiency of tax reporting and compliance, while reducing risks associated with manual processes.
Tax Guidance and Risk Management: Identify and assess tax risks and opportunities, providing recommendations to mitigate risks and enhance compliance.
Training and Development: Provide training and support to internal stakeholders on tax compliance matters, fostering a culture of tax awareness within the organization.
Policy Development: Contribute to the development and implementation of tax policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local and international tax laws.

Expected Experience Levels:

A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in tax compliance and advisory roles.
Extensive knowledge of Irish tax legislation, regulations, and compliance requirements.
Proven experience in managing tax compliance for partnerships or similar sized groups and familiarity with Employment Taxes, VAT, Corporation Tax and Benefit in Kind.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex tax regulations and provide practical solutions.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications:

A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; a professional tax qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CTA) is highly desirable.
Demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience in managing teams and projects.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead tax compliance efforts within a dynamic organization, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements while supporting the overall business strategy. If you are a proactive and strategic thinker with a passion for tax compliance, we invite you to applyWhat working at EY offersWe offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive benefits package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs: covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions.Plus, we offer:

Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around.
Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that's right for you.

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

Hybrid Working
Pension/Discounted Health Insurance
Web Doctor
Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
Free Gym Membership
Travel Pass
Maternity & Paternity Leave
Bike to Work Scheme
Referral Bonuses & Recognition Awards
Tech MBA paid by EY

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.Career Progression

When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
As you grow and develop here, you'll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it's as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

Inclusion & DiversityWe hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is fundamental to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients.We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. As an equal opportunities' employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.Join us in building a better working world. That's Why, EY.Apply now.IMPORTANT: Where Agency assistance is required, our Talent Team will engage directly with suppliers. CVs / Profiles should not be shared directly with Hiring Managers. Unsolicited CVs / Profiles supplied to EY by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role.

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