Job Description

Company Description

Smiths Detection

, part of

Smiths Group

, is a global leader in threat detection and screening technologies for aviation, ports & borders, defense, and urban security. Our expertise is spread across 5 R&D centers, 21 Global Offices and 7 Manufacturing Sites with 3000 Brilliant minds globally contributing for over 40 years at the frontline which enables us to deliver the solutions needed to protect our society from any threat and illegal passage of explosives, prohibited weapons, contraband, toxic chemicals, and narcotics. Every minute of every day, our technology and talented team members help to make the world a safer place -

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The Senior Tax Manager, Reporting & International is primarily responsible for external and internal reporting. This includes the preparation of consolidated Group tax numbers and disclosure notes for the Annual Report and Accounts and Interim reporting under applicable accounting standards. In addition, the role is responsible for group level international tax matters. The role will be responsible for managing the relationship with HM Revenue & Customs and delivering UK tax compliance.

Duties:

Tax Strategy & Leadership

+ Advise and provide information and other support on the external reporting of tax matters to the Smiths Detection Group Tax Director and other business leaders as necessary
+ Assist in the proactive identification, management, monitoring and mitigation of relevant tax risks, communicating implications to the Smiths Detection Group Tax Director and supporting development of an appropriate strategic response
+ Contribute to the development of strategic objectives, Group tax policy, risk management, cost efficiency and stakeholder management for the Smiths Detection group

Tax Compliance

+ Responsible for the preparation of consolidated Group tax numbers and disclosure notes for the Annual Report and Accounts and Interim reporting under applicable accounting standards. This includes ensuring delivery of reliable tax data required for tax disclosures. Provide support to local financial statements as required by local Finance teams, for example, provide the tax disclosures for the UK Statutory Accounts under UK GAAP
+ Responsible for budget and forecast tax rates for the group. Also responsible for coordinating quarterly management reporting of group tax matters, including compliance and audit status
+ Manage external advisor relationships as appropriate to deliver local tax returns and transfer pricing documentation
+ Coordination of the Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) notification and certification process
+ Leading the delivery of Smiths Detection's Pillar 2 and CBCR compliance processes, including providing technical support and modelling as appropriate.
+ Preparation of tax forms and liaising with HMRC while assisting finance teams in obtaining treaty exemptions or reduced withholding tax rates
+ Coordination of UK group tax issues including group relief management and ensuring appropriate claims and elections

Tax Advisory

+ Assist with the identification, planning, and execution of tax effective strategies aligned with business activities, liaising with advisors to ensure appropriate opportunities are identified and risks mitigated
+ Assist with tax aspects of acquisitions, disposals, new entity set ups and new country tax planning as required
+ Work with the Smiths Detection Group Tax Director to successfully resolve any disputes with tax authorities, including settling historic matters, while operating within the Group's agreed risk appetite
+ You should note that your title and job description are not exhaustive and the Company may require you from time to time to undertake other reasonable tasks within your capacity

Qualifications

Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Professional Accountancy and/or Tax qualification Experience of tax reporting under IFRS Good knowledge of UK corporate tax; broad knowledge of other UK taxes would also be useful including VAT An understanding of the current global tax environment, including risk and reputational implications. Experience in working with advisors and HMRC 10+ years corporate tax experience in public or private industry Experience managing advisors Business focussed with an ability to operate autonomously to develop effective working relationships across borders, cultures, and all levels of a matrixed organisation. A self-confident and personable team player with good networking, relationship management and communication skills, comfortable with ambiguity.

Additional Information

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Join us for a great career and competitive compensation & benefits whilst keeping the world a safer place.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.


At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Detection, Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation - including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career's website (www.smithsdetection.com/careers)


We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.


At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation - including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career's website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)