Overview
The Tax & Treasury Lead will oversee a 6-month project aimed at centralizing tax and treasury functions for a fast-growing international technology and media business. Collaborating closely with the Group CFO, the contractor will assess the current financial landscape, develop effective processes, and implement practical solutions across multiple markets. This hands-on role requires both strategic insight and operational expertise to drive improvements in tax compliance and cash management practices.
Responsibilities
- Drive priority tax work-streams with the Group's external advisers.
- Build a central view of the group tax position, including legal entities and compliance calendars.
- Track and protect tax losses and other tax attributes.
- Map every bank account in the group for centralized visibility.
- Develop a central cash management model and report on the global cash position.
- Analyze working capital drivers within business units and propose improvements.
- Map inter-company funding arrangements and simplify as needed.
- Design approval controls for cash and banking operations and document processes for future management.
Requirements
- Qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CTA with 5-10 years' post-qualification experience.
- Strong background in group or corporate tax and/or treasury operations.
- Proficient in spreadsheets and financial modeling.
- Experience working with Big Four advisers and senior stakeholders.
- Self-starter with strong ownership and problem-solving skills.
- NetSuite experience is a plus.
- Available to start immediately or on short notice.