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GCT Tax Senior Manager (Operational Excellence)
Date: May 12, 2019
Location: London, United Kingdom
Company: KPMG UK
| AutoReq ID | 135124BR |
| Job Title | GCT Tax Senior Manager (Operational Excellence) |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Location | London |
| Function | Tax |
| Service Line | Global Comp and Trans |
| Service Line Information | KPMG's Global Compliance & Transformation practice is an exciting key area of growth within the firm and is a national team which works with clients to manage their tax (Corporate and Indirect) and statutory obligations across their business, which is increasingly key in today’s challenging environment. Services are provided to a broad range of clients across all sectors from the largest FTSEs or inbounds to mid-market companies and include Global Compliance Management Services, Audit and Accounting Related Tax Services, Tax Transformation, Governance and Process Improvement, Outsourcing and Business Technology, as well as other exciting priority areas for our clients. The Practice operates strategically over four cross-functional business areas including Operational Excellence, Digital Transformation, Tax Technology and Tax Enablement, leveraging the depth and breadth of skills to boost the capability of the GCT as a priority service line. |
| KPMG Overview | KPMG is part of a global network of firms that offers Audit, Tax & Pensions, Consulting, Deal Advisory and Technology services. Through the talent of over 16,000 colleagues, we bring our creativity and insight to our clients’ most critical challenges. With offices across the UK, we work with everyone from small start-ups and individuals to major multinationals, in virtually every industry imaginable. Our work is often complex, yet our vision is simple: to be the clear choice for our clients, for our people and for the communities we work in. |
| Job Description | KPMG's Compliance & Transformation practice is an exciting key area of growth within the firm and is a national team which works with clients to manage their tax (Corporate and Indirect) and statutory obligations across their business, which is increasingly key in today’s challenging environment. Services are provided to a broad range of clients across all sectors from the largest FTSEs or inbounds to mid-market companies and include Global Compliance Management Services, Audit and Accounting Related Tax Services, Tax Transformation, Governance and Process Improvement, Outsourcing and Business Technology, as well as other exciting priority areas for our clients. The Role This person will have responsibility for overseeing the delivery of key tax transformation projects within KPMG’s Compliance & Transformation practice. This will include winning new work by taking a lead role on proposals and actively pursuing discussions with client and targets as well as overseeing the delivery of projects within the team. A typical project will include working with multiple stakeholders and teams across Tax and Accounting/Finance (at both the client and KPMG). Key responsibilities include: - Taking a lead role on the delivery of proposals and other targeting meetings for tax transformation opportunities; - Establishing and maintaining strong client relationships with both existing and new clients; - Generating additional work opportunities by identifying areas of value add for clients; - Acting as the Project Lead on the overall delivery of tax transformation projects within the team; - Leading a project delivery team, which may include both KPMG team members, and client employees; - Understanding and reviewing current ‘as is’ business processes (across both Finance and Tax), and considering the efficiency and effectiveness of the design of these processes (including related controls), and where process improvements can be achieved; - Leading workshops and undertaking interviews to understand business processes, alongside capability analyses for the three key areas of people, process and technology; - Identifying and considering tax risks, along with the controls required to manage these risks, including tests of ‘design’ and ‘effectiveness’ for how well the controls and processes are operating. - Considering the split of activities between functions, and designing future ‘to be’ business processes; - Creating detailed process flow and mapping documents to support these business and functional processes; - Designing manuals and guidance on key processes to support the various business functions e.g. accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger/ finance team, tax etc.; - Advising clients on their tax function design, including people, process and technology; - Supporting clients with providing training and knowledge transfer; - Supporting of the delivery of tax transformation opportunities within our wider global compliance outsourcing engagements; and - Coaching and mentoring junior team membersinside KPMG - Building and developing positive constructive relationships both with clients and inside KPMG - Assessing problems from multiple angles to ensure all relevant issues are considered when making decisions - Proactively driving forward new and creative ideas which benefit the client The Person - Takes time to learn about other people and their experiences and how to apply this learning - Shares experiences with others to assistant their learning and understanding - Demonstrates curiosity and open mindedness to new ideas approaches and perspectives - Actively engages with others in order to address their views/concerns You will have some of the following skills, qualifications and experience: - ACA or CTA qualified (or part qualified) – preferred but not essential - Experience of tax transformation projects - Experience of tax compliance and tax advisory work - Experience of working on tax risk management projects, including process improvement - A sales focus and a desire to build relationships with new clients. - Excellent interpersonal skills with strong oral and written communication skills. Communicates with impact, in a way that is open, honest, consistent and clear. - Takes personal responsibility and accountability for own work. Sustains a high level of drive, shows enthusiasm and a positive attitude when coping with pressure at work. - Gives clear directions, positive and constructive feedback. Coaches less experienced staff. - Continuously learns from experiences. Seeks out feedback and development opportunities. Works in a cooperative, respectful manner with colleagues, clients and the wider community. - Analyses problems, identifies core issues, investigates, evaluates and integrates information. - Builds the reputation of KPMG through the quality of work, knowledge and experience. |
| Our Deal | If the chance to work with interesting clients and innovative technology wasn’t rewarding enough, we’ll motivate you in other ways too. At KPMG you can expect real responsibilities and opportunities to grow professionally. ‘Our Deal’ sets out all the different ways you’ll be rewarded at KPMG. Among other things you can benefit from honest conversations about your career as well as a range of other rewards. In all these ways and more, we have created an environment that can bring out the best in you. |
| Flexible Working | While some of our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, we are supportive where possible of helping you to achieve a balance between your home and work demands. We are happy to discuss individual requirements and our range of flexible working arrangements could be of interest. Furthermore, as part of the recruitment process, we can put you in touch with people who work flexibly so you can understand from them what our culture is like. |
| Applying with a Disability | KPMG are proud to be an inclusive, equal opportunity employer and we seek to attract and retain the best people from the widest possible talent pool. As a member of the Business Disability Forum we're committed to ensuring that you are treated fairly throughout our Recruitment Process. Should you be successful after the initial application stage, please discuss any reasonable adjustments that you may require, with your recruitment contact. |
KPMG's commitment to diversity | KPMG consistently features in the Sunday Times Best Big Companies to work for, which has been recognised with a special achievement award to mark our 10 years in the Top 25. We are proud of the value we place on individuality; we want you to bring your full self to work and truly maximise your potential. We believe that your individuality helps us to deliver the best results for our clients. Diversity of background, diversity of experience, diversity of perspective - that's the KPMG difference. But, don't take our word for it, find out more about diversity at KPMG. Returning to work after a break At KPMG, we appreciate that returning to work after an extended career break can be daunting. We understand that those with experience who have taken a career break have a wealth of experience and knowledge to offer our organisation, which helps us to achieve our business goals. We will support you to refresh your skills, develop your confidence and provide a supportive network across the firm to help you best integrate into the working environment. This role welcomes applications for individuals who have been out of work for 18 months or more and who have previous relevant experience. |
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