Financial Reporting and Tax Manager

Visitbritain; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tourism agency is seeking an experienced finance professional to oversee year-end accounting and ensure compliance with statutory accounts. The role offers flexible working arrangements and a generous benefits package, including a competitive pension scheme and ample annual leave.

Benefits

Flexible Working

25 days annual leave

Generous Pension

Enhanced Parental Leave

Learning & Development

Bicycle Scheme

Qualifications

• Experienced finance professional to lead year-end accounting close.
• Ensure accurate statutory accounts compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead year-end accounting and statutory reporting processes.
• Coordinate external audits with the NAO.
• Ensure UK VAT compliance.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Leadership

Financial Compliance

Tax Advisory

Job description

Location: Birmingham
Application Deadline: Thursday, May 29, 2025
Salary Range: £55,000 to £60,000 per annum, depending on experience
Vacancy Type: Permanent/Full Time

Job Summary

Organisational Context

The British Tourist Authority (BTA) is the national tourism agency, a non-departmental public body funded by the Department for Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS), operating under the name VisitBritain/VisitEngland (VB/VE).

We are a global organisation with over 280 employees across 16 countries, dedicated to driving a thriving tourism industry and creating economic prosperity across Britain.

VisitBritain, as the official tourist board for England, Scotland, and Wales, markets Great Britain worldwide to prospective travelers. VisitEngland (VE) supports English tourism through business growth initiatives, statutory research, insights, and engagement activities via events and communications.

VB/VE also develops England’s tourism product, enhances Britain’s international profile, increases tourism exports, and develops the visitor economy.

Serving as the national tourism board, VisitBritain aims to boost overseas visits and spending in the UK.

Our values—Passion, Partnership, and Pace—guide us in delivering excellent results, working collaboratively, and innovating boldly.

Location and Ways of Working

Our principle is “Locate for your Day,” allowing staff to choose their work location based on business needs, primarily remote work with some office presence. Our Global Hub is located at Victoria Square House, Birmingham, with a small presence in Central London. Employees are expected to commute to Birmingham at their own cost, with travel expenses reimbursed when necessary.

Main Purpose of the Role

We seek an experienced, detail-oriented finance professional to lead our year-end accounting close and ensure accurate statutory accounts compliance. You will manage the preparation and submission of BTA’s CLoS returns and statutory reports to DCMS, coordinate external audits with the NAO, and oversee fiscal operations across international jurisdictions to ensure compliance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead and manage the year-end accounting and statutory reporting processes.
2. Prepare and submit BTA’s CLoS returns and reports to DCMS.
3. Coordinate external audits with the NAO.
4. Ensure UK VAT compliance.
5. Support the preparation of UK and overseas corporation tax returns with external consultants.
6. Provide strategic tax advice on domestic and international tax liabilities.
7. Oversee fiscal operations across international jurisdictions to ensure compliance.

Why Join Us

• Flexible Working: We promote flexibility, welcoming discussions from day one.
• Annual Leave: 25 days, increasing to 30 days after 5 years, plus 2.5 'Privilege Days'.
• Generous Pension: Defined contribution scheme with up to 11% employer contribution.
• Enhanced Parental and Family Leave Policies.
• Group Life Assurance: 3x annual salary (rules apply).
• Learning & Development: Internal programs, mentoring, formal training, and dedicated learning days.
• Bicycle Scheme loans, Eye Care Vouchers, Staff discounts.

Important Information

Applicants must complete the personal statement section of the application form, demonstrating how they meet the criteria outlined in the job description and person specification. For questions, email [e-mail].

The application deadline is 23:55 (UK Time) on 29 May 2025.