The client is seeking a Head of Tax to join their Entertainment business based in West London. The role involves managing a small team and overseeing tax responsibilities across group and international territories. This includes managing tax risks, compliance obligations, global reporting, and providing support on tax matters related to commercial projects. The Head of Tax will also be responsible for business partnering, delivery and reporting, governance, and other tax-related duties such as identifying and mitigating tax risks and managing tax authority audits.
The ideal candidate for this role will have experience in a group tax role within a fast-paced, multi-site business in the retail, leisure, or hospitality industry with exposure to the European market. They should have a solid understanding of IFRS, the ability to communicate technical tax rules clearly to non-tax personnel, and experience working on complex projects with legal and finance consultants. A fully qualified ACA/CTA is required, and experience working in businesses with different ownership structures is desired. The client is open to considering applications from candidates who can demonstrate the necessary skills for the role.
Overall, the Head of Tax will play a crucial role in managing tax responsibilities for the client's Entertainment business, including overseeing compliance obligations, global reporting, and providing support on tax matters related to commercial projects. The role involves working closely with external stakeholders such as HMRC, auditors, and tax advisors, as well as managing tax-related aspects of group financing and cross-border cash movements. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role within the retail, leisure, or hospitality industry, a solid understanding of IFRS, and the ability to communicate technical tax rules clearly to non-tax personnel.