Role: Senior International Tax Accountant
Location: DFYNE HQ, 1 Forrest Gate, Uddingston, G71 5PW
Work Location: Onsite
About You:
Do you love owning complex tax challenges and being trusted as the go to expert?
Enjoy working in fast paced, high growth environments where things change quickly and you’re expected to lead, not follow?
Naturally spot risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities before anyone else does?
Looking to be an integral part of an amazing team, have your voice heard, and feel like you belong?
DFYNE may be the perfect place for you.
About DFYNE:
A picture paints a thousand words… and we’re sure you don’t want to be sat here reading an essay of corporate “about us” spiel….
Seriously, how’re you able to really get under the skin of what we’re about from a few words on a screen. So why don’t you have a look and see what we’re all about for yourself .
About the Role – DFYNE Your Career:
First off, it’s best I introduce myself (person behind the keyboard here), it’s not the norm on a job role spec, but I feel it’s important you get introduced to who you will be working closely with early on.
I’m Oscar, the CEO & founder of DFYNE.
I’m looking for someone who will be a critical member of the global finance department responsible for managing the company’s international tax compliance, planning and reporting obligations.
We’re looking for a Senior International Tax Accountant who can provide expert guidance on complex international tax regulations, with a strong emphasis on UK corporate tax law and the tax implications of a global digital retail presence.
This role requires strong technical knowledge & capability across UK VAT, duties & customs taxes, GST and US sales tax, as well as combining the ability to operate commercially and influence business decisions.
You’ll be trusted to run both direct and indirect tax processes, influence decision making at senior level and build scalable systems and controls that grow with DFYNE, all the while operating in a no bulls**t, high performance environment.
If you’re someone who thrives in a fastpaced environment and is adept at supporting business expansion initiatives, DFYNE may be the perfect place for you.
Attitude:
* Trustworthy and accountable
* Calm under pressure in complex situations
* Proactive, not reactive
* Efficient and comfortable with change
Key Responsibilities:
* Tax Planning & Strategy: Identify and evaluate international tax planning opportunities to optimise the company’s global tax structure and minimise tax exposure, particularly related to e-commerce.
* UK and International Tax Compliance: Manage the timely and accurate preparation and filing of UK and foreign corporate income tax returns and VAT/GST sales and state taxes I multiple jurisdictions.
* Customs & Duties: Oversee compliance requirements and manage the reporting related to import/export customs duties and tariffs across relevant jurisdictions.
* Tax Provision: Prepare or review the quarterly and annual income tax provision and statutory disclosures, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements, including deferred tax reporting.
* Transfer Pricing: Assist with the development, implementation and maintenance of global transfer pricing policies and documentation, ensuring compliance with all applicable requirements.
* Global Expansion Support: Support new market entries and business initiatives with tax risk assessments and compliance reviews.
* Employment Tax Compliance: Oversee the compliance and reporting of UK employment-related taxes, including payroll taxes and social security contributions.
* Tax developments: Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess impact on business operations, advising senior management accordingly. Liaise with tax advisors as necessary to progress new and/or complex tax areas.
Experience Needed:
* Qualified Accountant ( CTA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
* Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in international tax, preferably within a large multinational corporation or public accounting firm serving e-commerce/retail clients.
* Strong working knowledge of UK corporate tax law and international tax compliance and general principles of global tax systems.
* Demonstrated experience with tax accounting principles.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex tax issues to non-finance personnel.
Core Skills:
* Advanced technical knowledge across UK and international tax.
* Strong commercial awareness and judgement.
* Ability to translate tax into business impact.
* Excellent attention to detail and systems mindset.
* Confidence communicating with senior stakeholders.
So… What’s In It For You?
If you’ve made it this far down without being put off, brilliant, I’d love to hear from you.
Besides a work family and a great place to work, you’ll have an opportunity to grow with the company, be a part of the journey, and have a vital input into helping continue the crazy growth we’ve already seen.
You’ll be part of a high challenge, high reward culture.
What will aid a successful application with DFYNE:
* Completed questionnaire
* Cover letter
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Additional pay:
* Bonus scheme
Benefits:
* Bereavement leave
* Casual dress
* Company events
* Employee discount
* Flexitime
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
* Unlimited paid holidays
* Free on-site gym
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday, 9-5
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Uddingston, G71 5PG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (Preferred).