Direct Tax Manager

About the Role

Dunnes Stores is establishing a tax centre of excellence aimed at supporting business growth while complying with evolving international digital tax legislation. Reporting to the Head of Tax, this role offers the opportunity to enhance tax, business, and technology expertise by becoming a trusted advisor to shareholders and senior leaders across retail sectors. The position involves guiding digital tax automation and governance efforts in collaboration with tax, finance, legal, and technology colleagues to ensure Dunnes Stores adapts effectively to international digital tax requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation of direct tax returns and oversee the entire direct tax and transfer pricing compliance process for the Dunnes Stores group.
• Lead compliance for Pillar Two reporting obligations.
• Develop and maintain transfer pricing methodologies and documentation.
• Monitor global legislative developments affecting the group and advise accordingly.
• Provide tax advisory support, building trusted partnerships within the business.
• Drive continuous improvements including specifying requirements for automation and digital reporting tools.
• Create leadership reports and forecasts to enhance efficiency and contribute strategic value.

Detailed Responsibilities

• Prepare and review corporate tax returns and associated filings.
• Handle country-by-country reporting and compliance with transfer pricing filings.
• Maintain and update all documentation required for transfer pricing regulations and tax governance.
• Develop tax requirement documents related to legislative changes or business projects and manage relevant implementation processes.
• Collaborate with indirect tax teams to ensure reconciliations and audit readiness in light of digital tax regulations.
• Liaise with external consultants to finalize corporate tax calculations and ensure completeness and accuracy of filings.
• Develop automated, accurate reports for direct tax and transfer pricing by coordinating data capture, tax configuration, and report generation.
• Assess the effectiveness of personnel, processes, and technology to meet tax compliance obligations.
• Stay informed of tax legislation, regulations, and case law across all jurisdictions where Dunnes Stores operates, regularly updating the Head of Tax.
• Support the Head of Tax in providing guidance and oversight to finance teams on tax governance and compliance.
• Ensure segregation of duties for data preparation, analysis, review, and approvals in tax-related activities.
• Obtain shareholder approval for prioritized tax changes, submissions, and payments.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Qualified member of AITI or an equivalent professional tax qualification.
• At least 7 years of experience in corporate tax roles.
• Strong experience in transfer pricing.
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, analytical, and presentation abilities.
• Able to explain intricate tax concepts clearly to those without tax expertise.
• Team-oriented with dedication to collective success.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with digital tax legislation and implementation of tax automation projects.
• Proficiency in Pillar 2 reporting requirements.
• Expertise in transfer pricing documentation.
• International tax experience.
• Strong background in tax compliance, reporting, and governance documentation.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Comprehensive benefits including employee discounts.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Dunnes Stores is committed to equal employment opportunities for all candidates.