In-House Stand Alone Tax Manager, South West London, to £95k

Your new company

I'm working on a really exciting newly created stand alone Tax Manager role based in SW London. The business is growing quickly and as result this new hire will have an important role within the wider finance function. Reporting into both the Head of Finance and the Group CFO the role will be responsible for overseeing and managing all tax-related affairs for the group world-wide. The Tax Manager will be expected to liaise with external tax consultants where necessary to advise senior leadership on tax strategy and planning.

Your new role

Responsibilities:

Tax Compliance & Reporting

* Manage all aspects of corporate tax compliance, including the application for registrations (VAT/GST/ CT) and ensuring tax returns are completed and filed (corporation tax, VAT, payroll taxes, WHT etc.). Note the finance team in the UK prepares and submits VAT returns and our payroll taxes are outsourced.
* Have a comprehensive understanding of international tax compliance to ensure that WHT/GST/VAT obligations are being complied with, and where necessary steps taken to make the necessary returns using our local advisors.
* Ensure timely and accurate submission of all tax documentation to authorities.
* Monitor and interpret relevant changes in tax law and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance.

Tax Planning & Strategy

* Develop and implement tax planning strategies to minimise tax liabilities and optimise tax efficiency across the business.
* Advise senior management on the tax implications of business decisions, transactions, and proposed structural changes.
* Forecast tax positions and contribute to tax provisioning for budgeting and year-end reporting.

Audit & Risk Management

* Coordinate and manage tax audits and enquiries with HMRC and other tax authorities.
* Identify and assess tax risks, ensuring robust controls and mitigation plans are in place.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

* Work closely with accounting, finance, legal and external advisers to align tax positions with financial reporting and business objectives.
* Mentor finance team members where appropriate, assigning work and reviewing outputs.

Stakeholder & External Engagement

* Act as the primary point of contact for tax authorities and external tax advisors.
* Prepare tax reports for internal stakeholders, including senior leadership and audit committees.

What you'll need to succeed

* Professional accounting/tax qualifications (e.g., ACA, ACCA and CTA).
* Strong technical knowledge and experience of UK and international tax, particularly in relation to property, construction, loan finance and asset management.
* Be able to demonstrate experience in applying knowledge to compliance, reporting and planning both in UK and internationally.
* Experience in a PE environment where delivery of reports is to strict deadlines.
* Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

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