Finance Manager - Tax

ION Asset Management, an asset management company managing assets totaling in USD 3 billion across various investment funds, is seeking a Finance Manager - Tax to join our team to cover for maternity leave, with a prospect to a permanent position.

This presents an excellent opportunity to become part of a growing firm with a strong culture. We are seeking candidates who align with our core values at ION, including integrity, accountability, mutual respect, professionalism, a non-hierarchical work environment, no-nonsense attitude, results-oriented approach, and a commitment to maintaining a well-rounded work-life balance.

Responsibilities:

The role reports to the Chief Financial Officer, and is responsible for a variety of investor reporting, management reporting and tax planning and management.

The position requires working closely with management, the back-office team, members of the finance team and other employees of the company. It also requires nurturing a good working relationship with external service providers including lawyers, tax trustees, bookkeepers, fund administrators, etc.

Key Activities:

1. Assisting the CFO in overseeing all aspects of the company's business, with a specific focus on tax planning and management.
2. Reporting to tax authorities on redemptions and tax events for all funds under management.
3. Coordinating with the fund's tax trustees to issue annual tax confirmations for investors and filing of reports for all tax jurisdictions where required.
4. Collaborating with the fund's lawyers regarding pre-rulings from ITA.
5. Coordinating with auditors to cover year-end tax returns for all the funds and companies in the group.
6. Ongoing support and advice in a variety of tax areas.

Personal Attributes:

1. Proficiency in spoken and written English is essential
2. High-level proficiency in Hebrew is required
3. Demonstrates excellent communication skills
4. Possesses strong financial acumen
5. Team player mentality is indispensable
6. Adaptable to a small office environment
7. Willingness to undertake additional responsibilities beyond the assigned role to ensure seamless office operations
8. Capable of working independently, under pressure, and meeting tight deadlines

Qualifications and Previous Experience:

1. Bachelor’s degree in relevant area
2. Minimum of 2 years' experience in a tax department within an accounting or law firm
3. Experience working in capital markets environment - advantage