Employment Tax Manager

Company Description

Checkout.com is one of the most exciting fintechs in the world. Our mission is to enable businesses and their communities to thrive in the digital economy. We’re the strategic payments partner for some of the best known fast-moving brands globally such as Wise, Hut Group, Sony Electronics, Homebase, Henkel, Klarna and many others. Purpose-built with performance and scalability in mind, our flexible cloud-based payments platform helps global enterprises launch new products and create experiences customers love. And it's not just what we build that makes us different. It's how.

We empower passionate problem-solvers to collaborate, innovate and do their best work. That’s why we’re on the Forbes Cloud 100 list and a Great Place to Work accredited company. And we’re just getting started. We’re building diverse and inclusive teams around the world — because that’s how we create even better experiences for our merchants and our partners. And we need your help. Join us to build the digital economy of tomorrow.

Job Description

Employment Tax Manager at Checkout.com

Checkout.com is seeking an experienced Employment Tax Manager to oversee and manage various employment tax compliance matters across our global operations. This role will be instrumental in ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, mitigating risks, and optimizing tax strategies related to employee compensation and mobility. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of employment tax regulations in multiple jurisdictions and a track record of implementing effective tax compliance frameworks.

How you’ll make an impact

• Global Mobility and Secondments: Manage tax implications for employees on international assignments, including tax equalization, tax treaty analysis, and coordination with external tax advisors.

• Short Term Business Visitor (STBV) tax assessment: Develop and implement processes to assess and manage tax obligations for employees engaged in cross-border business travel, preparation and submission of STBV appendix 4 and appendix 8 reporting.

• PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA): Oversee the administration and compliance of PSA programs, ensuring accurate reporting and payment of tax liabilities on non-cash benefits.

• Employment Tax Compliance: Stay abreast of changes in employment tax legislation and regulations globally, and ensure company policies and procedures remain compliant. Perform periodic review and reconciliation of PAYE, Federal and State taxes, social securities and other withholding liabilities are reported and paid to the relevant authorities in a timely manner.

• Tax Planning and Optimization: Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external advisors to develop tax-efficient strategies for employee compensation and benefits.

• Internal Controls and Risk Management: Establish robust internal controls to mitigate employment tax risks and ensure accurate reporting and compliance.

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with HR, Finance, Legal, and other departments to provide tax guidance and support on various initiatives and projects.

• Vendor Management: Manage relationships with external tax advisors, vendors, and service providers to support employment tax compliance efforts effectively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field; advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CTA) preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in employment tax compliance, preferably in a multinational corporation or professional services firm.

• Deep understanding of employment tax laws and regulations in multiple jurisdictions, with experience in global mobility, expatriate taxation, and cross-border employment tax issues.

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret complex tax regulations and apply them to practical business situations.

• Proven track record of managing projects and driving process improvements in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Additional Information

Apply without meeting all requirements statement 

If you don't meet all the requirements but think you might still be right for the role, please apply anyway. We're always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

We believe in equal opportunities

We work as one team. Wherever you come from. However you identify. And whichever payment method you use. 

Our clients come from all over the world — and so do we. Hiring hard-working people and giving them a community to thrive in is critical to our success.

When you join our team, we’ll empower you to unlock your potential so you can do your best work. We’d love to hear how you think you could make a difference here with us. 

We want to set you up for success and make our process as accessible as possible. So let us know in your application, or tell your recruiter directly, if you need anything to make your experience or working environment more comfortable. We’ll be happy to support you.

Take a peek inside life at Checkout.com via

• Our Culture video https://youtu.be/BEwnpHuadSw
• Our careers page https://www.checkout.com/careers
• Our LinkedIn Life pages bit.ly/3OaoN1U
• Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/checkout_com/

Apply without meeting all requirements statement 

If you don't meet all the requirements but think you might still be right for the role, please apply anyway. We're always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

We believe in equal opportunities

We work as one team. Wherever you come from. However you identify. And whichever payment method you use. 

Our clients come from all over the world — and so do we. Hiring hard-working people and giving them a community to thrive in is critical to our success.

When you join our team, we’ll empower you to unlock your potential so you can do your best work. We’d love to hear how you think you could make a difference here with us. 

We want to set you up for success and make our process as accessible as possible. So let us know in your application, or tell your recruiter directly, if you need anything to make your experience or working environment more comfortable. We’ll be happy to support you.

Take a peek inside life at Checkout.com via

• Our Culture video https://youtu.be/BEwnpHuadSw
• Our careers page https://www.checkout.com/careers
• Our LinkedIn Life pages bit.ly/3OaoN1U
• Our Instagram https://www.instagram.com/checkout_com/