General Information

Location: Dublin / Cork / Galway

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: No

Business Area: FSO Tax

Contract Type: Full-Time – Permanent

The Team and the opportunity

Our working world is rapidly evolving, and with that evolution comes unprecedented opportunities for businesses to adapt, expand, grow and transform. EYs tax practice combines agility, diverse thought, tax technical depth and the power of technology and analytics to provide exceptional value to clients. In a rapidly changing business and tax environment, we develop dynamic leaders who, through innovative thinking and an entrepreneurial spirit, make a positive impact on the working world as trusted business advisors.

Our Financial Services Organisation (FSO) is a unique, industry focused practice and the only one of its kind in a Big 4 firm. Tax is at the heart of our market offering. Within this, our aviation finance business is growing rapidly and includes a team of over 40 people working on aviation finance specifically; providing a full suite of tax services to our aviation fiancé clients including tax compliance, advisory and transaction support. As a Tax Manager you will be part of this story and will have responsibility for advising our high-profile clients as they navigate the sea of international tax change, all the while building your profile as a trusted business advisor.

Tax is a fast paced and evolving discipline, and with the rapid growth in services clients require, and our business expanding to support that, we are looking for people who can operate across a wide range of areas. Working in tax at EY is about being a trusted business advisor to your clients, understanding and meeting their needs in a way that is right for them. You’ll be given the opportunity to be a core member of our team, meeting with high profile clients to understand and help shape their agenda.

You will be at the forefront of managing both the impact of global tax law change, and also how tax is delivered as a service offering to clients, supported by cutting edge analytics, automation and robotics.

Key responsibilities

Lead the delivery of complex corporate tax compliance and advisory projects for aviation finance clients and investors in the aviation sector.
Manage tax implications of cross-border transactions, including cross border leases and transfer tax issues including lease novations. Other tax advisory on transactions including due diligence and portfolio sales. Advising on the impact of Pillar 2 where relevant.
Work with network of aviation finance professionals in EY to support our clients on cross border matters.
Oversee preparation and review of corporate tax returns, ensuring timely and accurate submissions, and liaising with tax authorities on audits and inquiries.
Develop and implement tax risk management strategies, including governance frameworks and documentation protocols for aviation finance clients where required / relevant.
Advise on tax technology and automation solutions, including analytics tools and robotics, to streamline compliance and reporting processes.
Mentor and supervise junior staff, providing technical training, performance feedback, and career development support across multiple locations (Dublin, Cork, Galway).

Skills and attributes for success

A self-motivated and ambitious individual, with a determination to develop their career and grow a business in fast paced and ever-changing environment.
Advanced technical, interpersonal and client relationship skills. Ability to coordinate and work with our teams in various markets to support our clients cross border.
Track record in building client relationships and business development activities.
Negotiation skills, able to sustain an opinion, make decisions and handle challenges.
Demonstration, and a track record, of an ability to lead a team of people to deliver a quality service to clients.

To qualify for the role, you must have

Professional qualification in ACA (or equivalent), law and/or Tax; or
AITI qualified or equivalent qualification in a Commonwealth country (such as Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Singapore, South Africa, UK).
2-3 years relevant post qualification tax experience.
Experience working in industry or practice as a tax professional
Strong technical skills and be keen to develop further.

Ideally, you’ll also have

A keen interest in aviation finance and sector generally.
Big 4 Tax experience.

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around.
Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

Pension	Maternity & Paternity leave
Discounted health insurance	Bike to work Scheme
Web Doctor - Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family	Recognition Awards
The purchase of additional annual leave	Cash incentives for referrals
Hybrid Working	Work Mobile
Free Gym membership	TECH MBA paid by EY
Travel Pass	Wellness rooms Available in some offices

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

Career Progression

When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

Inclusion & Diversity

We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is fundamental to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients.

We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

Join us in building a better working world. That’s Why, EY.

Apply now.

IMPORTANT: Where Agency assistance is required, our Talent Team will engage directly with suppliers. CVs / Profiles should not be shared directly with Hiring Managers. Unsolicited CVs / Profiles supplied to EY by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role.

Aviation Finance Tax - Corporate Tax - Manager - Dublin / Cork / Galway

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