Director – Tax

Finance Department | London, United Kingdom

Location Options: London, Pittsburgh, or Boston | Hybrid/Remote Flexibility Available

Confluence is seeking an experienced Director – Tax to lead global tax reporting, compliance, and strategic tax planning across a complex international business. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a tax professional who thrives in a fast-moving, multi-jurisdictional environment and wants to play a central role in shaping the future of a growing global organisation.

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Why Join Confluence?

At Confluence, innovation, precision, and partnership are at the heart of everything we do. We are a global business operating across multiple countries, offering employees the chance to work with international teams, gain exposure to diverse markets, and contribute to meaningful business transformation.

Our success is built on the expertise and commitment of our people. Joining Confluence means becoming part of a collaborative organisation where your work will directly influence strategic decisions and long-term growth.

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About the Role

Reporting directly to the CFO, the Director – Tax will be responsible for overseeing the company’s global tax agenda. This includes tax reporting, compliance, transfer pricing, tax audits, and strategic planning across a wide range of jurisdictions.

This role will work closely with internal finance and legal teams, while also managing relationships with external tax advisors. The successful candidate will help guide legal entity rationalisation initiatives, support business transactions, and ensure compliance with relevant accounting and tax standards including IFRS, US GAAP, and local statutory requirements.

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What You’ll Be Responsible For

The Director – Tax will lead and support a broad range of critical tax activities, including:

• Leading global tax reporting and compliance across multiple jurisdictions

• Managing tax returns and ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory adherence

• Overseeing transfer pricing matters and related documentation

• Driving strategic tax planning aligned with business objectives and growth plans

• Supporting legal entity rationalisation projects in partnership with finance and legal stakeholders

• Managing tax audits, liaising with tax authorities, and resolving issues effectively

• Advising on business transactions, including acquisitions, restructurings, and disposals

• Ensuring compliance with IFRS, US GAAP, and local statutory accounting requirements

• Coordinating external tax advisors and consultants to deliver high-quality support and insight

• Contributing to organisational transformation and helping shape the company’s evolving tax strategy

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Why This Role Stands Out

This is more than a technical tax leadership position—it is an opportunity to make a visible and lasting impact within a growing international organisation.

• Strategic Influence
  Play a key leadership role in defining and delivering Confluence’s global tax strategy.

• Complex International Scope
  Tackle sophisticated cross-border tax matters, legal entity rationalisation, and high-value business transactions.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  Partner with senior leaders across finance, legal, and external advisory teams to improve processes and drive change.

• Growth Potential
  As the business continues to evolve through transformation and acquisition activity, this role offers strong long-term career development.

• Flexible Working
  Work from London, Pittsburgh, or Boston, with hybrid and remote options available.

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What We’re Looking For

Essential Experience and Expertise

To succeed in this role, you will bring substantial international tax expertise along with strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities.

• Deep international tax knowledge with experience across multiple jurisdictions

• Proven experience managing external advisors and overseeing outsourced tax support

• Hands-on involvement in legal entity rationalisation projects, working in partnership with finance and legal teams

• Direct tax audit management experience, including dealing with tax authorities in different countries

• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including:

• IFRS

• US GAAP

• Statutory GAAP

• Transfer pricing

• Purchase price accounting

• Business combinations

• Bachelor’s degree in financial accounting or a related field, with a tax specialisation

• CPA or equivalent professional qualification

• At least 10 years of progressive experience, including 3+ years in a management role

• Track record of leading change initiatives in dynamic, fast-paced environments

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across time zones and cultures

• Systems knowledge, with experience in NetSuite and Hyperion preferred

Desirable Experience

While not essential, the following experience would be highly advantageous:

• Exposure to acquisitions, asset disposals, and business wind-downs

• Experience supporting tax impact analysis for strategic transactions

• Ability to contribute to organisational streamlining and regional expansion planning

• Flexibility to work remotely or from preferred office locations

• Prior consulting or transition support experience

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What Confluence Offers

We recognise that our people are our greatest strength, which is why we provide a competitive and thoughtful benefits package designed to support employees and their families.

• 🕚 Generous time off, including additional half-days with each public holiday in your location

• 🌎 Global career development opportunities

• 🎊 Social events and team connection opportunities

• 💵 Referral bonus scheme of up to $3,000 per successful referral

• 🚀 Additional benefits and perks as part of a growing global organisation

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Working at Confluence

We offer flexible working options for all employees, helping you balance performance, collaboration, and personal wellbeing in a way that works best for you.

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Our Values

We are proud of the culture we continue to build, and we look for people who connect with our four core values:

• Integrity
  Face reality with honesty, courage, and accountability

• Imagination
  Approach challenges creatively and envision what the world could be

• Discipline
  Build strong habits that become second nature

• Service
  Stay committed to the success of others

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Apply Today

If you are a strategic tax leader looking for a role with international scope, meaningful influence, and long-term opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to learn more about building your career at Confluence.

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Important Information

Pre-Employment Screening

As part of our recruitment process, all candidates will undergo identity checks. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion of satisfactory background screening before employment begins.

These checks may include verification of identity, right to work in the UK, employment history, and other relevant pre-employment screening requirements.

Depending on the role and jurisdiction, additional screening may also be required, including criminal record or financial background checks where applicable.

Compliance Concerns

If you believe this job posting is noncompliant, please contact: recruitment@confluence.com