Job Specifications
We are looking for an International Tax Consultant to join our International Tax & Accounting team.
As an International Tax and Accounting Consultant, you will be responsible for the management of the international tax compliance affairs of both A&O Shearman and its individual partners for around one third of the territories in which A&O Shearman operates on both an accurate and timely basis, including accounting for tax reserves and tax payments.
What you will do
This role involves:
Liaising with international offices and external advisers to provide data for completion of tax returns for A&O Shearman and individual partners.
Attending meetings with global finance managers and external advisers as necessary.
Involvement in annual budgeting process.
Handling internal and client withholding tax queries & liaising with global finance teams.
Preparing Double Tax Relief (DTR) calculations for annual UK tax return filings for individual partners.
Liaising with Allen & Overy finance teams globally to reconcile and ensure accurate posting of international tax payments.
Involvement in year end work processes, including setup of international tax reserves, tax equalisation calculations, accounts disclosures and account reconciliations.
Ongoing management of individual partner international tax reserves including foreign currency aspects, deferred tax calculations, reconciliation and subsequent clearout.
Involvement in other ad hoc projects as necessary e.g. transfer pricing and financial modelling for business change initiatives.
What you will have
Accounting qualification or equivalent relevant experience in accounting.
Personal or corporate tax compliance experience is desirable but not essential.
Strong numeracy and IT skills, including knowledge of Windows, Word and good experience of Excel.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to liaise effectively with staff based in other offices and external advisers.
Proven ability to provide a high level of 'client service'.
Strong time management skills - ability to multi-task, prioritise, manage and critically review large volumes of data.
Able to work effectively using own initiative and as part of a team.
Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
What we can offer you
We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services.
We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, allowing our people to work from home up to 40% of their working time. We do, however, remain committed to working together in person for the remaining 60% of time so that we can learn, grow and succeed together.
Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required.
We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
If this role is not of interest we may have another suitable opportunity here for you at A&O Shearman! Visit our careers portal at A&O Shearman Careers and submit your CV to our Talent Network to be notified when the perfect opportunity becomes available.
About the Company
A&O Shearman transforms the way law is practiced, to deliver unparalleled results for our clients' most complex matters - everywhere in the world. We're a law firm at the forefront of the forces changing the current of global business: energy transition, life sciences, technology, private capital, finance and beyond. Fluent in U.S. law, English law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets in equal measure, we support our clients with bespoke teams of expert minds. Ready to provide unmatched insight and seamless deli...
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