Group Tax Manager

Job Description

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A large, value-led organisation with a significant UK presence is looking to appoint a Group Tax Manager to join its finance leadership team. Operating across a complex and highly regulated environment, the organisation manages a diverse portfolio ofentities and places a strong emphasis on governance, compliance and long-term sustainability.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a purpose-driven business where tax plays a key role in strategic decision-making. The role offers exposure to a broad range of tax matters, senior stakeholder engagement, and the opportunity to influence processes and controls across the wider group.
Your new role

Reporting into the Head of Financial Reporting, you will take ownership of the group's tax compliance and advisory activities, ensuring tax risks are effectively managed and all obligations are met accurately and on time.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the preparation and submission of VAT, Corporation Tax, CIS, Gift Aid and Employment Tax returns

Acting as the primary point of contact for HMRC and managing all tax-related correspondence

Providing technical tax support and advice to senior stakeholders across the business

Supporting strategic projects and assessing the tax implications of business decisions

Managing relationships with external advisers and ensuring a smooth flow of information

Monitoring changes in tax legislation and accounting standards, assessing their impact on the organisation

Identifying opportunities to improve tax efficiency and strengthen financial controls

Supporting statutory reporting processes and tax disclosures within the accounts

Driving process improvements, system enhancements and the development of robust tax policies and procedures

Leading on complex tax consultations and technical projects across the group

This is a highly visible role offering the chance to influence business decisions while leading tax compliance across a sizeable organisation.
What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified finance professional with strong UK tax experience gained either in industry or practice.

You will bring:

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CTA or equivalent CCAB qualification

Strong knowledge ofUK tax compliance, ideally including Corporation Tax, VAT and CIS

Experience managing relationships with HMRC and external advisers

The ability to interpret technical tax legislation and communicate complex issues to non-tax stakeholders

Experience identifying tax risks and delivering practical business-focused solutions

Strong analytical, reconciliation and problem-solving skills

Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities

A proactive and commercially minded approach with a focus on continuous improvement

Additional experience within a regulated environment and/or a professional tax qualification would be advantageous.
What you'll get in return

• Hybrid working arrangement with flexibility around office location

Exposure to adiverse and complex tax portfolio

Opportunity to work closely with senior finance leadership and key business stakeholders

Broad advisory and project exposure alongside core compliance responsibilities

A collaborative and supportive culture focused on professional development

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

The chance to make a meaningful impact within a large, purpose-driven organisation

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manager looking to step into a broader group role with significant exposure and long-term career potential.
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