International Tax Director, Interactive Brokers
Performance-based discretionary cash bonus scheme available
Online broker
Job no longer available
Online broker
1001+ employees
Job no longer available
Performance-based discretionary cash bonus scheme available
1001+ employees
Company mission
To create technology to provide liquidity on better terms.
Role
Who you are
- A successful candidate must be a collaborative team player who is entrepreneurial, detail-oriented, and an excellent communicator
- Significant experience working in tax with a major, publicly held corporation and/or Big 4 public accounting firm or law firm in Europe
- Advanced degree in Finance, Accounting or a similar field; a law degree is strongly preferred but not required
- Background in a broad range of international tax issues, including inbound, outbound and local European tax issues, with a particular focus on Ireland
- Basic understanding of US tax regime that applies to US-headed multinationals, including GILTI, Subpart F, and foreign tax credits
- Basic knowledge of Tax Accounting and, in particular, US GAAP accounting (including ASC 740-10)
- Strong analytical skills and a broad understanding of tax planning on a multinational level
- Excellent writing skills
- Strong business communication skills with the ability to effectively relate tax issues to non-tax personnel; strong consensus builder and team player
- Strong Commercial and business awareness
What the job involves
- We are looking for a tax expert who specializes in European and APAC tax matters to join our rapidly growing Global Tax Team as International Tax Director
- As a senior member of the Global Tax team reporting directly to the Global Head of Tax, the person will have extensive interface with key tax personnel and non-tax business executives throughout the organization
- Analyse international business activities, financing and commercial transactions, including identifying and evaluating alternatives and providing solutions recommendations to senior management
- Develop a solid understanding of IBKR's business and its product offerings
- Maintain solid knowledge of existing and proposed rules, legislation, rulings, regulations and litigation for all European countries where IBKR operates
- Monitor EU tax-related initiatives and other global tax landscape/legislative changes, such as BEPS, BEPS 2.0, public CBCR reporting, ESG and tax strategy disclosures and other initiatives that seek to enhance tax transparency and reporting by multinationals
- Research European tax law, focusing on Ireland, Switzerland and the United Kingdom, EU Tax Directives, Pillar Two OECD Inclusive Framework and expand for other relevant countries
- Develop a deep understanding of European tax planning on a multinational level, including treasury and transfer pricing
- Guide tax compliance team about European tax filing requirements
- Develop a good understanding of US tax implications for US-headed multinationals
- Monitor and counsel management on global transfer pricing policies and issues, design and implement transfer pricing strategies, and assist in preparing and maintaining transfer pricing documentation
- Manage and oversee tax audits in Europe
- Manage, maintain and enhance processes and systems for VAT and other forms of indirect tax compliance, and develop planning to reduce indirect tax exposure
- Partner with the Client Tax team to provide technical guidance on new product offerings, impact on customers and IBKR's reporting and withholding obligations
- Work on special projects and administrative matters, including process development, building relationships with business units, and budget development and management
- Assist with research, development and integration of new tax technologies, including tax data collection and automation
- Support Internal Audit/Risk Reviews
Salary benchmarks
Our take
Interactive Brokers is an automated electronic broker, empowering users to analyse global stock markets, manage portfolios, and explore diverse investment assets. With a history spanning over 45 years, the company has thrived by adapting to evolving digital trading trends. Its comprehensive suite of services includes analytical tools, asset marketplaces, and seamless third-party integration, enhancing portfolio management capabilities.
Boasting over $11.6 billion in equity capital, Interactive Brokers remains at the forefront of industry innovation. The company has embraced the rising popularity of cryptocurrency, offering customers access to crypto trading through a partnership with Paxos Trust Company. This proactive approach reaffirms Interactive Brokers' position as a forward-thinking player in the ever-changing trading landscape.
Recently, Interactive Brokers expanded its trading hours for U.S. Treasury bonds to 22 hours a day, allowing global clients to trade during their local hours and quickly respond to market news. This extension reflects the company's commitment to flexibility and comprehensive service, meeting the diverse needs of clients in over 200 countries and territories.
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Insights
8% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Competitive Pay with discretionary bonus packages which may include company stock grants
- Comprehensive Health Plans that include extensive Vision, Dental and Prescription coverage
- 401k Retirement Savings Plan (generous company match)
- Daily Lunch Allowance
- Wellness Incentives
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Personal Time and Sick Leave
Company HQ
Greenwich, CT
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