Global Tax Incentive Manager

About the company

Banijay Entertainment is the largest independent content producer and distributor, home to over 130 production companies across 20+ territories, with a multi-genre catalogue boasting over 200,000 hours of original programming.

Banijay Entertainment is a collective of creative entrepreneurs. The group represents some of the biggest global brands including Survivor, Big Brother, Peaky Blinders, Temptation Island, MasterChef, Wallander, Rogue Heroes, Mr Bean, The Wall, Hunted, and Black Mirror among others. By imagining and delivering high-quality multi-genre IP that was born locally and travels globally, the business offers the best stories told the best way.

Banijay Entertainment is built on independence, creative freedom, entrepreneurialism, and commercial acumen.

As the largest independent content producer and distributor in the world, Banijay Entertainment is at the forefront of innovation in media, delivering world-class storytelling to audiences everywhere.

Join us as we redefine the future of content creation and distribution through cutting-edge technology.

About this role

We are looking for a Global Tax Incentive Manager who will play a crucial role in optimizing production budgets for both scripted and unscripted shows by leveraging tax incentives available worldwide.

In this role, you will be responsible for creating and implementing strategies to maximize tax credits, grants, rebates, and other incentives. You will work closely with production teams, financial departments, and external consultants to ensure compliance with tax incentive requirements.

This individual should demonstrate a high aptitude for critical thinking and analysis, tax credit, financial systems. He/she should be extremely comfortable counselling business partners and influencing them towards decisions that have a valued business impact.

You must be hands-on, entrepreneurial, passionate about content and production.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and analyze global tax incentive programs and regulations relevant to the production industry.
• Identify and assess tax credit opportunities in various countries and regions to optimize production budgets and maximize incentives.
• Develop and implement tax incentive strategies to support cost-effective productions on a global scale.
• Provide guidance and expertise on tax incentive-related matters during pre-production, production, and post-production stages.
• Collaborate with production teams, financial departments, and external consultants to ensure compliance with tax incentive requirements.
• Prepare and submit applications for tax credits, grants, rebates, and other incentives available for production projects.
• Coordinate with local authorities, government agencies, and tax authorities to facilitate the receipt of tax incentives.
• Maintain accurate records, documentation, and reporting for tax incentive claims and audits.
• Stay updated on changes in tax laws, regulations, and industry best practices related to global tax incentives.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field. CPA or specialised tax certifications preferred.
• Proven experience in managing tax incentives for production projects on a global scale.
• In-depth knowledge of international tax laws, incentive programs, and regulations applicable to the entertainment industry.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail for evaluating tax credit options and optimizing production budgets.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills to interact with stakeholders, government authorities, and external partners.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Experience with tax incentive compliance, reporting, and auditing procedures for content production activities.
• Proficiency in tax software, financial modeling, and data analysis tools.

Contract Type

Permanent, full-time.

Hours

Monday-Friday – 9:30am - 6pm.

Hybrid working (3 days per week in the office).

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We are an inclusive and disability confident employer. We actively encourage applications from individuals from diverse and under-represented backgrounds and are committed to providing a creative and inspirational home for all people. To make sure we are inclusive and accessible to all, please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments or assistance either to help you with your application or whilst working with us.