If you are interested in this candidate, please contact Richard Lalchan via email rlalchan@cerfinancial.co.uk or call on 0207 626 6065.

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Interview Notes

• 20 years of specialised experience in finance and tax, particularly within corporate tax in the insurance industry. Possesses a deep understanding of complex tax environments, regulatory compliance, and strategic tax planning, coupled with recent work in charity finance enable him to drive value and ensure precision in a highly specialised role.
• Has over a decade of corporate tax experience in the insurance sector, developed extensive expertise in managing multi-jurisdictional compliance, preparing detailed tax documentation, and aligning tax strategies with broader organisational goals.
• Evidence-based approach to risk management and reporting, as well as the ability to navigate a heavily regulated environment.
• Ability to deliver accurate and compliant tax solutions in high-stakes settings, where precision and regulatory adherence are paramount.
• Currently preparing to pursue a CTA qualification.
• Current Salary £65k
• Available immediately

PROFILE:

I have over ten years experience of working within corporate tax positions in the insurance industry.

High profile employment opportunities have supported me to acquire key skills in a number of areas, in addition to enhancing my ability to work within a large/ small team structure. I have been afforded various opportunities to develop my skill base within technical roles, often delivering training for colleagues, and operating a variety of information systems and accounting processes. I can complete set tasks prior to expected deadlines, and have well tested computer literacy and numeracy skills. I can network, multi-task, and communicate with clients and colleagues with ease. I can manage demanding workloads, and have a comprehensive and systematic understanding of the business needs. I feel at ease working on my own, and within a team, and would consider myself to be an enthusiastic team member; motivated and ready to take the lead if the situation requires it.

I strive for best practice, and I am committed to delivering my role in an accurate and evidence based manner, to ensure good quality customer service.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

In addition to having extensive proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access, I have also worked with the following systems:

• Alphatax
• OneSource
• TaxCalc
• SAP
• SUN Accounting
• HFM
• Vision Q & A
• Oracle
• Concur
• Lotus Notes
• SWIFT
• LETA
• Bankline
• Lloyd centresuite
• Intellimatch
• Globus
• SharePoint
• HT

EDUCATION:

1999-2002: University

BA Joint (Hons) Business Studies & Marketing (2.2)

1991- 1998: Secondary School

‘A’ Levels: Economics, English, Mathematics

2010-Present

CIMA Part Qualified

CAREER HISTORY:

January 2023 – June 2024

Insurance Services

Tax Assistant Manager

• Assisting with Preparation of Transfer Pricing Documentation, coordination with external advisers
• Reconciliation and monitoring of intra-group transactions
• Undertaking UK and European Corporation Tax Compliance, including General and Lloyd's insurers
• Control and reporting of monthly, quarterly/year-end US, UK, Spanish, and Lux GAAP tax ledgers
• Monitoring and identifying risks arising as a result of existing and new controlled transactions
• Monitoring and controlling of tax payment processing

January 2018 – January 2023

Insurance Services

Corporate Tax Consultant

• Corporate tax advisory and compliance service.
• Compliance and advisory service.
• Double Tax Relief calculations for clients
• Maintaining rolling estimates of client’s corporation tax liabilities and managing payments on account
• Overseeing s455 tax compliance
• Providing support in respect of advice to clients on corporate restructuring
• Oversee the integration of data between accounting and tax software systems
• Keep abreast of technical updates within relevant taxes
• Support Tax manager in communicating changes in tax legislation to clients
• Oversight of client expense claims and processing
• Assist the accounting team as required.
• Preparation of holding company and corporate member accounts, including liaising with clients and auditors.
• Prepare LLV valuations and provide advice for clients regarding IHT and probate service
• Assist with the Group Company Corporate tax affairs as required

January 2014 – January 2018

Insurance Services

Tax Consultant

• Tax Accounting – providing assistance with monthly and year end processes for the UK and Group/ other Tax initiatives; supporting with ad hoc Tax initiatives and administration as required
• Managing and ensuring compliance with UK Corporation Tax obligations
• Managing and supporting transfer pricing obligations and identified tax risks
• Controlled Foreign Company data gathering process and initial analysis
• Management and oversight of the Senior Accounting Officer Workflow
• Adapting IT solutions (SharePoint) to support tax processes

June 2019 – Present (voluntary, part- time)

Foundation

Finance Director

• Develop and implement financial strategy and planning
• Oversee financial management, including budgeting and cash flow
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and manage risks
• Provide financial governance and guidance to the board of trustees
• Prepare and present accurate financial reports
• Manage relationships with donors, funders, and auditors
• Lead and develop a team of finance professionals
• Contribute to strategic planning and decision-making

October 2013- January 2014

Government (Contract role)

• Checking and processing of invoices and other payments for completeness and accuracy
• Preparing authorisations for budget holder approval for invoices split between budgets;
• Preparation of and processing payment runs;
• Receipts and banking;
• Issuing of all debtor invoices including those relating to loaned staff and shared services Debtor management;
• Allocation of costs and calculation of amounts repayable to the House in respect of excess Late Night Transport mileage;
• Entering of data in respect of costing and insurance cover for Committee visits and overseas delegations

July 2012 – June 2013

Sports Company

Finance Assistant

• Review/ cancel requisitions and Purchase Orders (PO’s) for key suppliers in relation to Value in Kind Sponsorship agreements.
• Co-ordinating with the Procurement team and business managers, closing of requisitions and purchase orders
• Processing and matching invoices to purchase orders via MS Dynamics
• Liaise with Accounts Receivable team, ensure accurate processing of invoices for Value in Kind suppliers
• Maintain and update the PO register for new POs issued and invoices received.
• Adhere to agreed processes and controls, ensuring compliance with best practice and Internal Audit guidelines
• Provide support to all purchase card holders, rectify technical issues
• Deal with requests/amendment for all P-card accounts
• Audit and ensure all P card transactions are coded/input correctly
• Setting up Suppliers/Volunteer/Employee accounts via MS Dynamics
• Provide support to Accounts Payable and Receivable Manager as required
• Provide training to new employees

August 2011 – June 2012

(Sabbatical - Travelling)

January 2011- July 2011

Banking

Accounts Associate

• Posting of all accounts receivable invoices, liaise with client service team to ensure accurate processing
• Checking the reconciliations and transfer payments across accounts using Globus
• Reviewing intercompany balances, collect the costs to be charged out to the group companies and post them in the accounting system (SAP)

January 2009-December 2010

Banking

Senior Finance Associate

• Authorising and data entry of company invoices and expenses for all company entities
• Preparing and inputting of daily payments including foreign currency payments via TOLAS
• Coding invoices/expenses for SSGA/SSGM entities
• Reconciling bank accounts for SSGA/SSGM entities
• Carrying out KYC checks on new client payments, liaise with Risk/Compliance Dept regarding issues
• Preparing monthly recharges for SSGA/SSGM entities, liaising with various accounting teams and business relationship managers to agree intercompany balances and clear any discrepancies
• Multiple other duties

January 2006-December 2008

Banking

Finance Associate

• Coding and processing invoices
• Reconciling multi-Currency (EURO/USD) accounts
• Processing interest claim payments, liaise with trade admin team for SSI’s and resolve payment issues
• Inputting of global mobility costs in to online tracking system, post accruals for expat costs in SUN
• Maintaining fixed asset register
• Preparing monthly reports
• Posting bank reconciliation items
• Preparing monthly SSGA intercompany recharges
• Training new employees/ supporting colleagues

February 2005-December 2005

Financial Services

Accounts Assistant

• Account management duties

If you are interested in this candidate, please contact Richard Lalchan via email rlalchan@cerfinancial.co.uk or call on 0207 626 6065.

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