Corporate Tax Manager - Commodities Trading - London

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commodities firm is seeking a Corporate Tax Advisor to manage their in-house tax functions. The role requires 3–5+ years of experience in tax compliance, advising stakeholders, and ensuring governance. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and proficiency in Excel, with experience in multinational environments seen as beneficial.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years’ PQE in tax, ideally within a Big 4 firm or large multinational.
• Experience advising on transfer pricing and/or transactional tax matters.
• Strong understanding of tax governance and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with SMCR Conduct Rules.
• Manage tax compliance activities and oversee tax reporting.
• Provide technical tax advice to business units.

Skills

Tax compliance

Strong communication skills

Proficient in Excel

Organizational skills

Job description

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Corporate Tax Advisor - Commodities Trading - London, Slough

Client:

twentyAI

Location:

Slough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

5

Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

Job Description:

twentyAI is working with an international commodities firm seeking an experienced Tax professional to join as their first "in-house" Tax hire. This role will manage the company’s tax activities as it expands globally. The candidate must be able to work in the London office 3 days per week.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

• Ensure compliance with the Senior Managers & Certification Regime (SMCR) Conduct Rules.
• Manage all tax compliance activities (corporate tax, VAT, personal income tax), coordinating with advisors and subsidiaries.
• Oversee statutory and group tax reporting, including current/deferred tax calculations, Pillar 2, and CbCR.
• Maintain tax governance, including SAO compliance, tax strategy, and internal control testing (e.g., J-SOX).
• Provide technical tax advice to business units and corporate functions.
• Liaise with tax authorities, external advisors, auditors, and stakeholders.
• Support HR with employment tax matters.
• Advise senior management on strategic tax issues.
• Provide occasional ad hoc support to the Accounting team as needed.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

• 3–5+ years’ PQE in tax, ideally within a Big 4 firm or large multinational.
• Experience advising on transfer pricing and/or transactional tax matters.
• Strong understanding of tax governance, risk, and compliance.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines while engaging stakeholders.
• Experience working in multinational and cross-cultural environments.
• Background in commodities trading or financial services is a plus.
• Highly organized, with strong Excel and accounting/tax systems proficiency.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and take initiative.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Solid knowledge of FRS 102 and IFRS tax reporting standards.