Tax Manager

My client based in Mid-Kent is looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join their team on a temporary basis and play a pivotal role in ensuring the organisation remains compliant, efficient, and strategically aligned on all tax matters.

Well known organisation with a friendly finance team and a great culture

• Lead the preparation and review of corporate tax returns and filings, including maintaining supporting records.
• Manage VAT, PAYE, and indirect tax compliance, working closely with clearing agents on customs duties and VAT processes.
• Oversee interim and year‑end tax provision calculations in line with IFRS, and liaise with auditors to finalise statutory account disclosures.
• Prepare corporation tax forecasts and budgets.
• Maintain and monitor the group's tax governance policies, systems, and procedures to support the Senior Accounting Officer.
• Develop tax planning strategies to enhance efficiency and support business objectives.
• Provide expert tax advice across the business, including on transactions and by working with external advisers.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on the organisation.

My client is looking for someone with the following experience:

• Strong technical knowledge of UK tax legislation and HMRC requirements.
• Solid understanding of IFRS, UK GAAP, and how financial reporting interacts with tax.
• Significant experience in managing corporate tax matters in-house or within an accountancy firm.
• Experience preparing corporation tax computations and statutory reporting disclosures.
• Strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and outstanding organisation skills.
• Confident communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax concepts to non-specialists.
• Commercial awareness and strategic thinking.
• Experience managing HMRC relationships and external advisers.

Up to £500 per day (inside IR35) dependent on experience

Hybrid working - c. 2-3 days in the office and 2-3 from home