Flutter Entertainment is the world’s leading online sports betting and gaming company with a market capitlisation of c. $37bn operating some of the most innovative, diverse and distinctive brands in the sector.
A constituent of both the London FTSE 100 and New York Stock Exchange, Flutter brings entertainment to life for over 20 million customers in a safe, responsible and sustainable way.
We call this the Flutter Edge – the combined power of our talented people, market-leading products, smart technology and the financial capital to succeed.
Operating in 20+ regulated markets, through our Positive Impact Plan, we are committed to making a positive contribution for our customers, colleagues, communities and the planet that we play on.
The Group uses a divisional management and operating structure across its companies: each division has an empowered management team, which is responsible for maintaining momentum and growth in its respective markets.
On 14th May 2024, it was announced that Flutter would be moving its primary listing from the UK to the US, and its global operational headquarters from Dublin to New York (effective 31st May 2024).
Role Overview/Purpose:
This role will be primarily responsible for all aspects of the Irish Direct tax compliance and reporting for the Flutter Group. As part of your role, you will work closely with Group Finance, Group Reporting and other key stakeholders in the business such as members of the Commercial teams, as well as Finance teams in the Group’s overseas jurisdictions.
Specific Responsibilities:
Responsible for overseeing the tax disclosures for local Irish financial statement reporting and Irish tax returns for the Flutter Group
Shared responsibility of the delivery of global tax compliance, reporting and budgetary requirements on a timely basis
Take ownership of the tax calculations for external reporting purposes and supporting the Direct Tax effective tax rate management strategy set by the Tax Director
Manage Irish employment tax and global mobility requirements such as share scheme reporting requirements and managing the STBV rules
Proactively identifying tax risks and tax saving opportunities within the group
Assistance with the preparation of advice to be shared with stakeholders in the business and ensuring all advice is implemented correctly and in line with the Tax team strategy
Lead and manage local tax issues including:
Proactively promoting of awareness of tax issues across the group and building relationships with key stakeholders in all jurisdictions to achieve that goal;
Assisting with all Finance, HR, Legal and managed payroll service team queries
Ensuring a close working relationship with HR to ensure the Group’s employment tax and social security obligations are met, including the identification and implementation of employment tax policies and procedures
Building strong relationships with tax advisors and Irish Revenue
Education, Qualifications and Experience:
Qualified tax professional (accounting qualification) with 5 or more years post qualified experience, including time in a senior in-house role.
Excellent IFRS accounting and tax reporting knowledge.
Good international corporate tax experience, such as CFCs and CBCR reporting
Good knowledge of the evolving tax environment following BEPS and subsequent EU and OECD proposals.
Ability to distil complex tax technical situations into practical and implementable guidance for management
Experience of managing teams, supporting and aiding their development and developing relationships with external advisors, group auditors and tax authorities
Confident, with good communication skills, and able to readily gain the confidence of the business teams and Group management.
Behavioural competencies:
Collaborates - Is a team player and works with others across the business to get things done
Communicates Effectively - Communicate effectively across a range of channels and non finance audiences
Nimble Learning - Is agile and flexible. Learns quickly when faced with new situations
Drives Results - well organised and thorough, with close attention to detail and a proactive drive for continuous improvement
Proactive – takes ownership of workstreams, ensures timely delivery to a high standard and manages expectations of stakeholders
Join us at Flutter and be part of a world-class company that is constantly pushing boundaries in the gaming and betting industry. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.
Flutter is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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