Group Tax Manager

Reference: 4818524

Job d:
Closing date:

Location:

Manchester Salary:
Up to 80000 (per annum)
Job type:
Permanent Working pattern:
Full time Industry: Charities & Not For Profit / Corporate Tax Company:
Hays Consultant:
Lucy Gilmore Hays office:
Manchester — 5th Floor, City Tower, Piccadilly Plaza Phone:
Email: lucy.gilmore

Your new companyA 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 of
entities 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 decisionsManaging
relationships with external advisers and ensuring a smooth flow of information

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

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 of
UK 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 abilitiesA proactive and
commercially minded approach with a focus on continuous improvementAdditional
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 a
diverse and complex tax portfolio

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

Broad advisory and
project exposure alongside core compliance responsibilitiesA 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.

What you need to do now If you're interested in this Group Tax Manager role in Greater Manchester, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4818524 - Lucy Gilmore