Ivy Rock Partners
Interim Tax Project Lead
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Interim Tax Project Lead
We are working with a leading London-based educational organisation looking to appoint an experienced Interim Tax Project Lead for an initial 3-month contract.
This is a project-focused role supporting an organisation with a growing international footprint. With increasing activity across overseas markets, they are looking for someone who can provide technical expertise while putting robust, practical processes in place across international tax, VAT and wider tax compliance.
Key responsibilities
- Establishing a structured process for managing international tax queries
- Developing country-by-country tax risk guidance to support international contracting and expansion
- Reviewing Permanent Establishment risks across overseas activities
- Working with external tax advisers to review and improve VAT reporting processes
- Reviewing withholding tax and HMRC certification processes
- Updating the organisation's International Tax Manual, tax policies and procedures
- Supporting the introduction of standardised international tax clauses and contract schedules
- Developing practical tax training and guidance for non-finance teams
- Supporting Corporation Tax and VAT compliance activity
- Reviewing tax risks associated with trading in key international markets
- Building stronger processes that can remain in place beyond the initial contract
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We are looking for someone who:
- Is ICAEW qualified with an audit background
- Has strong technical experience across complex VAT and international tax matters
- Can confidently work with external tax advisers and senior internal stakeholders
- Is highly organised, commercially minded and comfortable working at pace
- Can take ownership of projects and deliver tangible improvements
- Has strong communication and relationship-building skills
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Previous experience within Higher Education, Education or the Not-for-Profit sector would be advantageous but isn't essential.
This would suit an experienced interim who enjoys getting into the detail but can also leave an organisation with stronger processes, guidance and controls in place. For a confidential conversation about the role please get in touch with Megan Hunter.
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