Assistant Tax Manager

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Assistant Tax Manager / Tax Manager to join their Finance team. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage tax compliance and planning for a dynamic renewable energy company focused on sustainability. The ideal candidate will possess strong VAT and corporation tax knowledge, coupled with excellent communication skills to engage with diverse stakeholders. Join a forward-thinking organization that values enthusiasm and offers a hybrid working model, along with generous benefits including private healthcare and a discretionary bonus. Contribute to the growth of a company committed to making a positive impact on the planet.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus birthday off

Discretionary bonus

Private healthcare

Pension

Season ticket loan

Discounts

Volunteering days

Childcare support

Qualifications

• Degree educated with a professional tax/accounting qualification.
• Qualified Tax Advisor or Accountant with PQE in UK corporation tax.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit UK VAT Returns and oversee overseas VAT returns.
• Manage relationships with Group tax advisors and compliance service providers.

Skills

VAT experience

UK corporation tax knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple deadlines

Experience in tax compliance

Knowledge of European tax regimes

Education

Degree in Tax or Accounting

Professional tax qualification (ICAEW, ACCA, etc.)

Tools

Tax software

Job description

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Low Carbon is a purpose-driven company that creates large-scale renewable energy in the global fight against climate change. Our mission is to protect the planet for future generations while delivering positive returns for our communities and investors. Our goal is to produce as much new renewable energy as possible while limiting our own environmental impact. We do this by developing, investing in, and operating large-scale renewable energy projects across the globe.

Our people and culture are really important to us. We are friendly, approachable, and professional. We value enthusiasm, entrepreneurialism, clear communication, and drive. This, combined with our purpose and passion for climate change, is why our colleagues recommend Low Carbon as a great place to work.

Role Description

This role suits an individual with VAT/indirect tax experience, looking to broaden their horizons and experience to include corporate tax and employment taxes.

This is a great opportunity to manage and support tax compliance, planning, and efficiency for the Low Carbon Group. As part of the Finance team, the Assistant Tax Manager / Tax Manager will take ownership of Low Carbon’s corporation tax and operational tax compliance and reporting. The role reports primarily to the Head of Tax and involves supporting and partnering with colleagues in the wider business including the Finance and Investment teams on overall group tax planning, tax aspects of transactions (both buy-side and sell-side), and general tax advisory projects.

This role encompasses the entire Low Carbon Group including Head Office, operational companies, development SPVs, holding companies, and some Fund entities. It offers an exciting opportunity to support the growth of the business, focusing on group tax compliance, as well as involvement in M&A tax and other advisory work.

Key Responsibilities

1. Primary responsibility for preparation, review, and submission of UK VAT Returns, occasional SDLT returns, and review of overseas VAT returns prepared by service providers (e.g., Germany, Netherlands, Sweden, Finland, Poland, and other jurisdictions in line with the Group's growth).
2. Coordination of overseas tax compliance work to ensure timely completion, acting as the main contact with finance managers and overseas advisers.
3. Assistance with implementing and maintaining transfer pricing policies and documentation across the group.
4. Handling tax audit enquiries in the UK and assisting with overseas tax audits.
5. Providing expert advice and coordinating with external advisors to ensure compliance with tax legislation and practices, including transfer pricing, Payments on Account, CIR, SSE, etc.
6. Managing relationships with Group tax advisors and compliance service providers.
7. Involvement in payroll tax matters, working closely with the People Team.
8. Liaising with HMRC on tax compliance issues like new group companies and VAT registration changes.

Skills & Experience

1. Degree educated with a professional tax and/or accounting qualification (e.g., ICAEW, ACCA, ICAS, CIMA, ATT, CTA).
2. Qualified Tax Advisor or Accountant with demonstrable PQE in UK corporation tax or qualified by experience.
3. Excellent UK tax technical knowledge, especially VAT; awareness of European regimes is beneficial.
4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of explaining complex tax matters to non-tax stakeholders.
5. Ability to manage in a fast-changing environment and challenge the status quo.
6. Experience working with multiple deadlines and managing various tax workstreams.
7. Experience in tax compliance and transactional work in-house or in a consultancy/accounting firm.
8. VAT experience is essential; other indirect taxes are advantageous.
9. Renewable energy or infrastructure investment experience is valuable but not essential.
10. Experience with tax software and automation tools is beneficial but not required.

Benefits include 26 days holiday plus your birthday off (with option to buy 5 more), discretionary bonus, private healthcare, pension, season ticket loan, discounts, volunteering days, childcare support, and a hybrid working model.