Tax Manager
Tax Manager
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Overview
In this crucial role youll report directly to the Operational Finance Director as a key member of the Finance leadership team to lead Screwfixs tax compliance obligations across all business operations. Youll deliver strategic business support and provide expert advisory services for our long term business plan along with various industry leading projects. Youll work collaboratively across the business to drive initiatives aimed at effectively managing and significantly reducing tax risks for Screwfix. Moreover you will be instrumental in offering comprehensive compliance and insightful guidance on all taxrelated matters within the organisation ensuring our financial practices are robust and aligned with best practices.
We believe that a hybrid flexible working approach offers you and your colleagues the best of both worlds. Facetoface collaboration is an integral part of our warm friendly culture so youll work from our head office three days a week working flexibly around our core working hours of 10am3pm. Beyond that how when and where you work is up to you. With a subsidised canteen free parking and a comfortable relaxed environment weve worked hard to build an office youll want to work in. We also know that when it comes to school pickups and home deliveries its nice to have the flexibility to do both.
Responsibilities
- Oversee Screwfixs tax compliance reporting operations and activity for the Screwfix businesses including ensuring the accurate and timely submission of returns.
- Responsible for review and submission of returns including Corporate Tax and VAT returns with analysis for Director sign off as .
- Support the Screwfix business with the tax implications of business decisions including growth plans acting act as a trusted Business Partner.
- Act as strategic advisor on growth plan initiatives and Long Term Plan to determine tax implications and provide recommendations.
- Act as advisor to key business functions to ensure tax compliance with commercial activity.
- Anticipate and assess industry developments and legislation changes advisinge the business accordingly leading influencing and or implementing the necessary changes.
- Provide technical support and expertise as particularly covering local VAT requirements to the Screwfix businesses.
- Work alongside key stakeholders influencing advising and ensuring the business is compliant with its obligations including Customs & Duty Transfer Pricing Direct Tax Property Taxes and IT system compliance.
- Identify develop influence and own actions to address potential areas of tax risk within Screwfix maintaining a tax risk register to support reporting requirements to Kingfisher Group Tax.
- Work across the Kingfisher Group to develop strong working relationships to effectively balance Group and Banner requirements.
- Manage support and develop the tax team and support knowledge and development of tax skills across the broader Screwfix finance team.
- Use 1 to 1s quarterly check ins and agreed performance and development objectives to drive and support great performance with direct report/s
- Lead and deliver finance projects as required by the Director of Operational Finance.
- Ensure all standard operating procedures for tax team activities are complete and updated annually.
- Ensure compliance with Group Financial Reporting Manual and Screwfix internal controls including compliance with Tax & Treasury policies where relevant to tax.
- Identify process and system improvement opportunities as part of Screwfix Smart Working progress agreed changes to drive continuous improvement and compliance.
- Support internal and external audits as including tax enquiries or audits.
- Continually identify risks and opportunities escalate and propose solutions where necessary effectively manage stakeholder expectations throughout leading on key next steps actionsand change
- Act as the lead SME and activelyparticipate in systems/processimprovement projects and standardisation of processes within the business and the wider group.
Qualifications
- Qualified Accountant / Tax Accountant with experience in tax accounting.
- Experience of VAT essential.
- Experience of Customs/Duty & Transfer Pricing preferable.
- Technically up to date and aware of industry and legislative changes.
- Experience working with HMRC and external tax authorities preferable.
- Strong knowledge of financial accounting standards and their practical application (IAS & UK GAAP) and the selfdrive and motivation to develop knowledge further.
- Proactive forward thinking team player with the ability to prioritise and work accurately to deadlines and the determination to resolve queries in a timely manner.
Whats in it for You
Weve built a workplace that works for you. Heres how we support your success:
- Flexible Working: Enjoy a hybrid modelspend three days a week in our welcoming Head Office with flexible hours to fit your life.
- Belonging & Inclusivity: Join a team that values diversity equity and inclusion where leaders listen and colleagues have your back.
- Career Progression & Learning: Access awardwinning apprenticeships development programs and the tools to Make More of Yourself.
- Health & Wellbeing: Enjoy subsidised meals gym discounts and counselling services through the Retail Trust.
- FamilyFirst Policies: Inclusive parental leave enhanced pay and resources to support your family moments.
- Financial Perks: Benefit from a marketleading pension scheme company car or car allowance bonuses up to 50 and exclusive discounts at Screwfix B&Q and more.
- Convenience: Free parking a relaxed Head Office environment and flexibility to work at your best.
- Sustainability That Matters: Join a company committed to protecting the planet through bold initiatives in carbon reduction and sustainable practices.
What Does it Take to Succeed at Screwfix
We move fast adapt quickly and deliver big. If youre proactive collaborative and love a challenge youll thrive here. At Screwfix the more you put in the more you get out.
We believe in equity for all. Please let us know at if you need any additional support or adjustments when it comes to your application.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
