Tax & Transfer Pricing Manager - 14 Month Fixed Term

Tax and Transfer Pricing Manager - 14 Month Fixed Term

We are Lightsource bp – and we’re on a mission to become a global leader in onshore renewables, anchored by our proven track record in solar development.For over a decade we’ve been actively working to diversify the way our world is powered with sustainable and responsible renewable power. We work to safely deliver affordable, reliable, large-scale onshore renewable and energy storage solutions to help the world decarbonise.Lightsource bp was fully acquired by bp in 2024.Overview

The Tax and Transfer Pricing Manager will be responsible for international tax compliance of the Group including transfer pricing. Please be aware this position will be for a 14 month Fixed Term period covering Maternity leave.Responsibilities

Provide transfer pricing advice and support including advice on application of transfer pricing laws and practice on Lightsource bp’s intercompany transactions in current and new markets, in particularProvide tax advice in respect of intercompany funding arrangements including interest rate benchmarking and debt capacity analyses, and pricing of guarantees (including any thin cap / interest restriction calculations required for tax compliance aspects)Benchmarking to support development feesReview and support intercompany service charges including working with the legal team to ensure correct documentation of intercompany agreementsManage contemporaneous transfer pricing documentation including the Lightsource bp’s group master file and local transfer pricing documentation for all major intercompany transactional streamsManage and approve the UK and overseas tax compliance filings for related party transactions, including managing the data requirements between internal teams and the external advisersSupport the MandA team during project acquisitions and divestments by providing advice from a transfer pricing/international tax perspectiveAct as Country Tax Manager for certain APAC countries to oversee direct tax compliance and reporting matters on CIT, WHT et al and support internally with wider cross functional teams on tax DD activity, tax planning, and tax auditsAssistance with tax authority transfer pricing enquiries and audit defenseMonitoring OECD and local country developments for new transfer pricing compliance requirements and the implementation of theseSupport the business in adhering to changes in global tax legislation in a timely manner and changes are communicated to relevant internal departmentsExperience and Knowledge Required

Qualified tax professional with 6 years + post qualified experiencePreferably in-house MNC experience of implementing and maintaining transfer pricing policies and documentationTechnically up to date with a good understanding of international taxation legislation and standards with respect to transfer pricingStrong UK GAAP and IFRS tax accounting knowledge beneficialInternational experience / exposure essentialWider corporate international tax experience and knowledge of issues such as corporate interest restriction, CFC, DAC 6 beneficialAbility to initiate and lead a project through to a successful completion engaging stakeholders throughout the processThe ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment and to meet tight timeframes and drive continuous improvementsSkills Required

Excellent presentation and communication skillsAbility to organise work load and prioritise to maximum effectSelf starter able to work under limited direction / supervisionFlexible approach in a fast-paced business which is constantly changing, keep a clear head under pressureBusiness partner of choiceExcellent attention to detail when checking information with an ability to recognise and question anomaliesWhy you’ll want to work for us

Our company is a place where you can be yourself and grow, a place where your ideas and opinions matter.Be you: We pride ourselves on being an inclusive community, where every individual is valued and treated with respect.Be responsible: Our culture is driven by our core values – from operating safely to ensuring our projects are responsible.Be recognized: Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of benefits including annual bonus, retention bank, health insurance, pension and other localbenefits.Be inspired: Beyond your day-to-day working life at Lightsource bp, there’s a variety of initiatives that will contribute to your own personal development. These include our charitable causes, supporting our solar honey project, or volunteering on our VIBES committee to name a few.Our core values: Lightsource bp truly cares about creating a sustainable future through safe, responsible and meaningful low carbon energy projects. Our core values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Sustainability and Drive are the guiding principles for everything we ..... full job details .....