Tax Manager

Tax Manager Compliance & Reporting

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Our client is looking for a Tax Manager Compliance & Reporting. Based at our West London site. The Tax Compliance & Reporting team consists of four roles including this vacancy. Your key responsibility will be to support the Head of Tax Compliance & Reporting in performing the Groups UK tax compliance and reporting focussing on current and deferred tax reporting and forecasting for the worldwide group as well as UK corporation tax compliance particular you will manage tax aspects of the interim and year end reporting as well as supporting the Groups budgeting and business plan forecasts. You will be the primary reviewer of a number of more complex UK CT return aspects and secondary reviewer of more straight forward returns. You will take ownership for the completion of UK CT returns together with optimisation of group relief CIR and deduction allowance claims as well as the annual SAO review and certification. The role will include mentoring of a Tax Assistant Manager and Tax Analyst trainee.

Our client is committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. If you feel you meet some but not all of what were looking for please still apply. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people and to achieve this we offer market leading training and development experiences. Along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry.

What youll do:

* Take ownership of the timely preparation of UK corporation tax returns (trading holding and financing companies) from the sourcing of information required through to the presentation of completed tax return and computation (including supporting memos claims and elections tax proof etc.) for review by the Head of Tax Compliance & Reporting.
* Liaise with local site finance teams to provide corporation tax support when required.
* Oversee the preparation of UK quarterly instalment payment calculations for review by the Head of Tax Compliance & Reporting.
* Manage the preparation and review of analyses and disclosures for the Groups externally reported interim and full-year results under IFRS and for the standalone accounts of the Groups UK subsidiaries under FRS101.
* Liaise with the Groups external auditors to ensure the smooth running of the tax audit process.
* Prepare technical papers to support key tax positions taken - such as recognition of deferred tax assets tax accounting for certain Group transactions uncertain tax position papers etc.
* Manage preparation of the annual SAO certification report - advising the SAO of the sufficiency and operation of key UK tax processes and controls.
* Manage the preparation review and maintenance of tax compliance process documentation.
* Assist with managing WHT compliance.
* Responsible for meeting the Country-by-Country reporting requirements of the Group.

What do you need to thrive in this role

* ATT CTA or ACCA / ACA qualified or equivalent
* Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience managing UK CT compliance and worldwide reporting for large MNEs is essential.
* Relevant experience of IFRS tax accounting including preparation of tax technical memos.
* Previous experience of broader UK tax compliance (e.g. indirect taxes employment taxes etc.) would be beneficial but is not essential.
* The successful candidate will demonstrate a high level of commitment to the role a thorough approach and a pride in the quality of their finished work.
* They will also be able to demonstrate good interpersonal skills and be able to deal courteously and professionally with staff at all levels in the organisation.

What can you expect from us

* Annual leave of 27 days per annum.
* A generous bonus scheme based on achievement of personal and company objectives.
* A defined contribution pension scheme: contributions start at 4% (employee) and 10% (employer).
* Hybrid Working Pattern: up to two days working remotely on average per week. Flexible start and finish times.
* Flexible benefits package including life assurance and income addition youll have an opportunity to purchase additional benefits that suit your lifestyle.
* Paid time off for volunteering.
* The opportunity to join our private medical and dental insurance schemes.
* Education and training we take pride in helping people learn and develop by supporting accelerating and directing your learning. As well as the completion of mandatory health and safety courses training packages will be offered to meet your specific needs.