Tax Assistant

Pantheon; London; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000

Job description

Pantheon has been at the forefront of private markets investing for more than 40 years, earning a reputation for providing innovative solutions covering the full lifecycle of investments, from primary fund commitments to co-investments and secondary purchases, across private equity, real assets and private credit.

We have partnered with more than 650 clients, including institutional investors of all sizes as well as a growing number of private wealth advisers and investors, with approximately $65bn in discretionary assets under management (as of December 31, 2023).

Leveraging our specialized experience and global team of professionals across Europe, the Americas and Asia, we invest with purpose and lead with expertise to build secure financial futures.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Tax Assistant to join our dynamic finance and tax team. The successful candidate will provide essential support in the preparation, filing, and administration of various tax returns and related fund and investment tax matters. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in a fast-paced environment and develop a strong foundation in taxation.

Responsibilities:

• Tax Return Filings & Process:
  • Assist in the filing income and indirect tax returns across several jurisdictions.
  • Gather and organize necessary documentation and data to support tax return preparation by the tax compliance providers.
  • Manage tax payment processes internally and with respect to tax authorities and tax service providers.
  • Track tax filings to ensure accurate and timely submissions of tax returns in compliance with relevant tax laws and regulations.
  • Assist in the preparation of internal tax forms (ie W8 and W9s).
• Tax Data Management & Record Keeping:
  • Maintain accurate and organized tax records and documentation.
  • Input and process tax data into relevant software and systems.
  • Reconcile tax payments and service provider invoicing.
  • Help develop procedures for exchange of tax information with internal and external stakeholders.
• Tax Compliance & Research:
  • Assist in monitoring and ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations.
  • Conduct basic tax research and analysis as required.
  • Stay updated on changes in tax legislation and regulations.
• Administrative Support:
  • Respond to internal and external tax-related inquiries.
  • Prepare and process tax-related correspondence.
  • Assist with administrative tax components of fund launches, investor closings and investment closings.
  • Assist with the generation and completion of internal tax reports/schedules.
• General Support:
  • Provide general administrative support to the tax department.
  • Assist with ad-hoc tax-related projects as assigned.
  • Draft and formalize written policies for various tax processes.

Knowledge and Experience Required:

• Basic understanding of tax principles and regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience in a similar role.

Personal Attributes:

• Proactive and eager to learn.
• Reliable and dependable.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong ethical standards.

This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. You may be required to perform other job-related duties as reasonably requested by your manager.

Pantheon is an Equal Opportunities employer, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't perfectly align we'd still encourage you to apply.

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