We are looking for a tax manager to join the EMEA tax department of a prestigious multi-national bank. The EMEA Tax Department is responsible for Corporate Tax, Indirect Tax, Business Unit Tax Advisory, US Tax Reporting and Tax Risk Management with offices in London, Glasgow, Frankfurt, Paris and Budapest. Members work closely across the EMEA region as with wider Finance, Treasury and Legal Departments.
About Morgan Stanley
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What will you be doing?
- Review and oversight of EMEA tax reporting and compliance processes, support deferred and effective tax rate calculations
- Communication and reporting of EMEA tax positions to in- and external parties including external auditors, tax authorities and regulators
- Correspond, meet and negotiate with German and other relevant tax authorities to resolve tax audits
- Act as key point of contract and subject matter expert in German corporate tax and VAT related matters including system implementation, merger, integrations and similar projects
- Maintain robust tax risk and tax compliance management systems
- Oversight of sourcing and outsourcing activities for internal and external parties
- Propose and develop appropriate financial strategies / planning
- Drive innovation and process efficiency improvements
- Proactively monitor international tax legislative changes and assess impact on the business, propose plan of action to senior stakeholders
- Representation of Morgan Stanley on relevant German industry groups / bodies.
What we're looking for:
- A qualified Tax Accountant, Tax Advisor or Tax Lawyer
- Proficient German Tax reporting and compliance knowledge
- Desire to develop project management skills.
- Ability and willingness to work with virtual teams across varying regions towards the achievement of common goals.
- Aptitude for working in a swiftly changing, dynamic environment.
Skills that will help you in the role:
- Excellent analytics, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Ability to work proactively and be accountable.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills and able to interact with stakeholders across countries and cultures.
- Self-motivated personality with high standards for quality of work, controls and accuracy
Where will you be working?
The Firm Tax team oversees Corporate Tax compliance, reporting and accounting in 25 jurisdictions across EMEA. The candidate will be in Frankfurt, reporting to the local Head of Tax. The candidate will have responsibility for a portfolio of companies and processes, across the EMEA region, and will lead / contribute to various strategic. The candidate will have opportunity for constant learning and advancement in a supportive and vibrant diverse environment.
Flexible work statement:
Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more.
Internal Applicants:
Internal mobility can be a way to grow your career and realize your professional potential. Typically, you must be in your position for at least 18 months and performing satisfactorily before applying for another job at the Firm. Internal applicants can find out more regarding career navigation, mobility guidelines and policy on our employee portal by clicking here.
Equal opportunities statement:
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:
We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 85 years. At our foundation are five core values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - that guide our more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you'll find trusted colleagues, committed mentors and a culture that values diverse perspectives, individual intellect and cross-collaboration. We Firm is differentiated by the caliber of our diverse team. While our company culture and commitment to inclusion define our legacy and shape our future, helping to strengthen our business and bring value to clients around the world. Learn more about how we put this commitment to action: morganstanley.com/diversity. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry.
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements:
If this role is deemed a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks.
Flexible work statement
Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more.
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.