Global Tax Manager

IFRS Foundation
Location: London
Contract: Permanent

The IFRS Foundation is seeking an accomplished Global Tax Manager to lead and develop its worldwide tax agenda. This is a high-impact role for a tax professional who can combine technical excellence with practical judgement, ensuring the organisation’s global tax affairs are managed efficiently, compliantly and strategically.

Working across multiple jurisdictions, you will take ownership of tax compliance, reporting, advisory support and risk management. You will partner closely with colleagues across Finance, HR, Legal and Compliance, while also managing relationships with external advisors, auditors and tax authorities.

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About the Role

As Global Tax Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the Foundation meets all relevant tax obligations accurately and on time, while also supporting wider financial reporting and business decision-making. You will play a central role in identifying and mitigating tax risks, advising on international and employment tax matters, and maintaining a robust global tax control environment.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a complex international setting and is confident navigating a broad range of tax issues, including corporate tax, VAT/GST, transfer pricing, employment taxes, global mobility and IFRS-related tax reporting.

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What You’ll Be Responsible For

Global Tax Compliance & Operations

You will oversee the Foundation’s day-to-day global tax compliance activity, ensuring all obligations are delivered to a high standard across multiple jurisdictions.

• Lead and coordinate the preparation, review and submission of global tax filings

• Manage UK corporation tax compliance, including transfer pricing oversight

• Prepare and submit UK VAT returns

• Lead US tax reporting, including Form 990 and relevant state charitable filings

• Coordinate international tax returns in jurisdictions including:

• Germany

• Canada

• China

• Japan

• Hong Kong

• Oversee GST filings and prepare Canadian tax rebate claims

• Manage withholding tax matters, including:

• tax residency certificates

• treaty relief applications

• ensuring overseas payments are received free from unnecessary withholding tax

• Maintain accurate tax records and documentation in line with local retention rules

• Manage tax correspondence with authorities and external stakeholders

• Own the global tax compliance calendar to ensure all filing and payment deadlines are met

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Financial Reporting, Advisory & Commercial Support

You will contribute tax expertise to financial reporting cycles and provide practical advisory support across the organisation.

• Support monthly, quarterly and year-end reporting

• Provide guidance on the tax treatment of intercompany transactions

• Advise on transfer pricing and intercompany arrangements

• Contribute to tax budgeting, forecasting and tax provisioning

• Prepare deferred tax calculations

• Perform general ledger analysis, tax reconciliations and ad hoc tax reporting

• Support the preparation of tax disclosures within IFRS financial statements

• Prepare and submit tax-related information to:

• auditors

• regulators

• other third-party organisations

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Tax Risk Management & Internal Controls

You will help the Foundation proactively manage tax risk and strengthen its global tax governance framework.

• Identify and assess potential tax risks and exposures

• Take ownership of the tax risk framework

• Prepare materials and papers for the Audit and Risk Committee

• Oversee tax compliance activity, fiscal audits and tax-related projects

• Partner with the Compliance and Risk Team on indirect tax issues

• Assess permanent establishment (PE) risk linked to:

• employee relocation

• remote working

• international presence

• Recommend practical mitigation actions, including:

• policy updates

• contractual improvements

• operational controls

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of:

• tax control frameworks

• internal tax policies

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Research, Advisory & Stakeholder Engagement

You will act as a trusted tax advisor across the organisation, keeping stakeholders informed and ensuring the Foundation remains aligned with changing legislation and best practice.

• Conduct research into evolving tax law, regulation and market practice

• Translate technical developments into clear recommendations for the business

• Keep the CFO and key stakeholders updated on tax matters and legislative changes

• Provide day-to-day tax advice across the Foundation

• Engage external providers where specialist advice is required

• Deliver training and guidance to the Finance team on tax compliance requirements and best practice

• Manage relationships with:

• external tax advisors

• legal counsel

• auditors

• tax authorities

• government agencies

• Lead and coordinate annual Group tax audits

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Employment Taxes & Global Mobility

In partnership with HR, you will support the organisation’s international workforce model by managing employment tax and mobility-related risks.

• Monitor and manage employment tax and social security obligations across multiple locations

• Support matters relating to:

• payroll withholding

• reporting requirements

• social security exposure

• Work with HR to maintain the employee mobility working group

• Assess mobility arrangements from the perspective of:

• tax

• social security

• permanent establishment risk

• regulatory compliance

• Track agreed actions and carry out periodic reviews to ensure advice is implemented

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of:

• global mobility policies

• remote working policies

• Provide timely updates to senior stakeholders and support internal reviews and audits as needed

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What We’re Looking For

Essential Qualifications & Experience

We are looking for a technically strong and commercially aware tax professional with experience in international tax management and reporting.

• Qualified accountant, ideally with a UK or US tax qualification

• Strong experience in tax compliance and tax management

• Proven experience working in a complex international environment

• Good knowledge of tax laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions

• Experience preparing tax disclosures under IFRS

• Experience with deferred tax calculations

• Strong knowledge of:

• corporate tax

• VAT / GST reporting

• international tax matters

• Understanding of payroll compliance, rules and legislation in a multi-country environment

• Advanced Microsoft Office capability, especially Excel, including:

• pivot tables

• sorting

• linking

• intermediate analytical functions

Preferred Experience

The following would be advantageous, though not essential:

• Experience working within a not-for-profit organisation

• Experience using Microsoft Business Central ERP

• Familiarity with US tax filings, including Form 990 reporting

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Skills & Personal Attributes

The successful candidate will be a proactive and highly capable professional who can manage a broad remit with confidence and precision.

• Able to work independently and take ownership of priorities

• Strong ability to organise work effectively and deliver to deadlines

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

• Sound judgement with a creative and flexible approach to problem-solving

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong ability to collaborate with:

• cross-functional internal teams

• external advisors

• regulatory bodies

• Skilled at building effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels

• Comfortable working under pressure and managing competing demands

• Able to multi-task across a varied and evolving workload

• Proactive in seeking guidance when balancing complex or conflicting priorities

• Process-driven, methodical and solutions-focused

• Demonstrates commitment to the Foundation’s mission and values

• Understands the distinctive context and responsibilities of the not-for-profit sector

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Why Join the IFRS Foundation?

At the IFRS Foundation, we believe that better information leads to better decisions. Our work supports trust, growth and long-term financial stability in the global economy by setting financial reporting standards that meet the evolving needs of global capital markets.

If you are motivated by purposeful, intellectually stimulating work in an international environment, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution.

What You Can Expect

• Work that serves the public interest

• Collaboration with diverse international experts

• Inclusive and supportive global teams

• Intellectually challenging and meaningful projects

• Flexible working arrangements

• Opportunities to deepen expertise across multiple specialist areas

• Ongoing professional growth and development

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Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity and inclusion are fundamental strengths of the IFRS Foundation. We value different perspectives and international experience, recognising that these qualities are essential in serving our global stakeholders effectively.

We are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive workplace where talented people can thrive.

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Apply

Application Closing Date: 14 June 2026

Please note that although a closing date is listed, we reserve the right to begin interviewing earlier and may close the role ahead of schedule if a suitable candidate is identified.

If you share our commitment to high-quality global standards and want to contribute to work of genuine international significance, we would be pleased to hear from you.