Finance Manager - Tax

Morrisons; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Tax Manager to join their Finance team in Bradford. This role involves managing tax governance, preparing UK corporation tax returns, and acting as a Tax Business Partner. The ideal candidate will possess a professional accounting or tax qualification and have experience in tax roles. With a vibrant office environment and a commitment to employee wellbeing, this company offers a flexible working week, generous holiday entitlement, and numerous perks. If you're ready to contribute to a fast-paced retail environment and drive change, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

15% colleague discount

Generous holiday entitlement

4.5-day working week

Company pension contributions

Perks with over 850 retailers

Free onsite parking

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in Accounting or Tax is essential.
• Experience in tax roles, either in-house or professional services, is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage tax governance and compliance with SAO and CCO rules.
• Prepare UK corporation tax returns and coordinate overseas tax returns.

Skills

Tax Governance Management

UK Corporation Tax Returns

Communication Skills

Project Management

Commercial Awareness

Education

Professional Qualification in Accounting or Tax (ACA/ACCA/ICAS/CTA)

Tools

Alphatax

Job description

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Tax Manager to join the Finance team based at our Head Office in Bradford. Morrisons consistently ranks as one of the largest taxpayers in the UK and contributes over £1bn to the UK Government each year. Reporting to the Head of Tax, you will work as part of the Group Tax Team responsible for managing the Group tax affairs in line with Group Tax Strategy.

The key responsibilities of the Tax Manager will be:

1. Manage tax governance across the business, ensuring compliance with SAO and CCO rules.
2. Manage tax risks across the business in line with Group Tax Policy.
3. Prepare UK corporation tax returns.
4. Coordinate the preparation of overseas tax returns.
5. Calculate tax accounting entries for group and subsidiary financial statements.
6. Provide support on tax projects, including capital allowance claims.
7. Act as a Tax Business Partner, advising on the tax aspects of projects and transactions, and responding to tax queries from around the business in a fast-paced retail environment.
8. Develop understanding of other taxes and assist with withholding tax compliance, stamp duty returns, etc.
9. Support the People and Reward team with employment tax queries (experience not essential).
10. Assist the Head of Tax with the implementation of Pillar 2 and the Group's transfer pricing policy.

About you

To be a successful Tax Manager at Morrisons, you will have:

1. Professional qualification in Accounting or Tax (ACA/ACCA/ICAS/CTA).
2. Experience working in tax in either a professional services or in-house role.
3. Experience with Alphatax for UK corporation tax returns is desirable.
4. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with a variety of stakeholders.
5. Commercial awareness, project management skills, and the ability to deliver change.

About us

Our modern Head Office on the edge of Bradford is home to our support teams from tech, marketing, finance, HR, trading, and supply chain. It’s a vibrant place where decisions are made, and our teams ensure everything runs smoothly. Facilities include comfy breakout areas, a coffee shop, newsagents, and a subsidized restaurant, all within commuting distance of Leeds, Manchester, and the Yorkshire Dales, with free parking.

We host regular seasonal events, and our suppliers often visit to share their latest products. We’re also committed to fundraising for our current charity partner.

Our business is fast-paced and ever-changing, offering many opportunities for you to contribute to our success. We’d love to meet you!

Some benefits include:

1. 15% colleague discount in stores and online, plus an additional 10% card for friends or family (subject to fair usage).
2. Generous holiday entitlement.
3. 4.5-day working week with flexible hours.
4. Company pension contributions.
5. Perks with over 850 retailers.
6. Free onsite parking.
7. Family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave, neonatal, and fertility leave.

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