Works alongside the Head of Tax looking after all tax matters relating to the syndicates and corporate entities in the group. This includes group reporting, tax compliance, and being involved in international tax areas and ad-hoc projects.
Job Description
*Manage the tax component of Chaucer’s group reporting process together with the other teams within finance
*Manage the tax compliance process for the UK and overseas entities, in conjunction with the company’s tax advisers
*Support the preparation and maintenance of transfer pricing local files across all jurisdictions
*Play a proactive role in business transformation projects, improving tax-related processes within and beyond finance, including use of technology tools, where available
*Maintain and enhance robust internal controls, ensuring compliance with Chaucer’s tax strategy and risk framework
*Assist the Head of Tax in providing expert support to other business areas on tax matters as needed
Regulatory Responsibilities
*Tax return filings with HMRC and overseas tax authorities
Skills and Competencies
Essential Experience:
*Good knowledge of UK corporation tax and tax accounting principles including financial statement tax disclosure and deferred tax calculations
*Exposure to assessment and implementation of controls and procedures
*Working in a fast-paced environment
Desirable Experience:
*Exposure to the Lloyd’s / general insurance sector as a tax / finance specialist
*Familiarity with OECD transfer pricing guidelines and Pillar Two
*VAT returns in the insurance sector, including the Partial Exemption Special Method regime and cross-border issues
*International tax matters including double tax treaties and certificates of residence
*Experience with company expense and ledger systems
Technical Skills:
*Excel, essential
*PowerBI, desirable
*Strong analytical skills
*Verbal and written reporting abilities
Education
*ACA / ACCA essential
*CTA desirable
ABOUT US
Chaucer is a leading insurance group at Lloyd’s, the world’s specialist insurance market. We help protect industries around the world from the risks they face. Our customers include major airlines, energy companies, shipping groups, global manufacturers and property groups.
Our headquarters are in London, and we have international offices in Bermuda, Copenhagen, Dubai and Singapore to be closer to our clients across the world. To learn more about us please visit our website.