Tax Reporting Manager

Department Description

The Investment Accounting team is a diverse group of 46 professionals, representing more than 10 nationalities. The team is responsible for the accounting and administration of all investment-related activities, as well as the preparation of reporting based on this information.

The department consists of two sub-teams: Operations and Support & Control (S&C). The Operations Team focuses on servicing investors and deal teams, while the S&C Team supports Operations and other internal stakeholders.

Tasks and responsibilities of the Investment Accounting Department include:

• Preparing and validating entries for investment-related transactions, valuations and other data used in the portfolio accounting system
• Monitoring the integrity of accounting data through ongoing reviews, monthly checks and targeted control projects
• Developing, preparing and analyzing monthly and annual financial reports
• Supporting investment teams throughout the deal lifecycle with financial information and analysis
• Continuously improving policies and procedures
• Assisting external auditors in financial and control audits

Position Summary

The Tax Reporting Manager will be responsible for managing and controlling accounting processes and procedures, with a strong focus on investor reporting within the Support & Control (S&C) sub-team.

The role provides in-depth exposure to private equity structures, reporting frameworks and systems within a highly professional and international environment.

The Tax Reporting Manager reports to the VP, Head of S&C Reporting, and manages a senior reporting specialist.

Primary Responsibilities

Coordination of reporting activities (10%)

• Prepare tax reporting outputs and templates, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Coordinate tax information requirements across teams and external advisors
• Act as primary contact for external advisors on tax data submissions
• Ensure effective tax reporting controls and review processes
• Drive efficiencies and optimize resource allocation

Accounting and Reporting (60%)

• Identify and meet tax reporting requirements of internal and external stakeholders
• Assess tax treatments under IFRS and US GAAP for complex transactions
• Prepare and maintain tax position memos and documentation
• Ensure integrity and consistency of tax reporting data
• Translate complex fund and legal structures into accurate reporting outputs
• Draft and update financial statement disclosures
• Review and analyze financial reports to ensure completeness and accuracy

Projects (20%)

• Execute project tasks and support planning and implementation
• Coordinate stakeholders and monitor progress

Develop Professionals (10%)

• Coach and train team members
• Support development of reporting capabilities
• Manage a senior reporting specialist

Requirements, Education & Certificates

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Tax, Accounting, Business Economics or Business Administration
• Professional qualification (RA, CA, CPA or equivalent); tax qualification is a strong plus
• Strong knowledge of tax, accounting and financial reporting (IFRS / US GAAP)
• Experience within financial services is preferred

Professional Experience

• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in accounting / control
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience

Competencies & Attributes

• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills
• Ability to manage complexity and large datasets
• High attention to detail and ability to handle multiple priorities
• Structured and consistent working style
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Fluent in English

Position-specific Technical Requirements

• Experience with accounting systems, preferably within financial services
• Project management experience
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Our client offers a competitive salary, a performance-based bonus and an attractive benefits package.