Group Senior Tax Accountant

Rutherford Cross; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing international manufacturing client based in Scotland is seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant. This role involves taking ownership of operational tax matters, such as corporation tax and transfer pricing, and supporting global finance teams. Candidates should be qualified accountants with 3 to 5 years of experience, possessing a strong understanding of corporation tax, advanced Excel skills, and excellent communication abilities. The position includes benefits like a discretionary bonus, private medical insurance, and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Private medical

8% pension

Life assurance cover

Qualifications

• 3–5 years post-qualified experience in taxation.
• Ability to influence tax strategy in a global finance environment.
• Proficiency in IFRS and tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational tax strategy and compliance.
• Provide tax advice to stakeholders.
• Support forecasting and planning processes.
• Review corporation tax returns and documentation.

Skills

Strong knowledge of corporation tax

Transfer pricing expertise

Advanced Excel skills

Excellent communication

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, CTA, or equivalent)

Job description

I am working with a growing international manufacturing client with annual revenues of approx £300M who have a brand new role for an experienced Senior Tax Accountant. You’ll take ownership of operational tax matters, including corporation tax, transfer pricing, and tax reporting, supporting global finance teams and senior leadership.

Key Benefits

• Discretionary bonus.
• Private medical.
• 8% pension.
• Life assurance cover.
• Hybrid working.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee operational tax strategy, compliance, and reporting.
• Provide tax and transfer pricing advice to stakeholders.
• Support forecasting, planning, and year-end processes.
• Review corporation tax returns and transfer pricing documentation.
• Partner with auditors, advisors, and finance teams globally.

About you

• Qualified accountant (ACA, CTA, or equivalent).
• 3–5 years post-qualified experience.
• Strong knowledge of corporation tax, transfer pricing, and IFRS.
• Advanced Excel skills and excellent communication.
• A great opportunity to influence tax strategy and work within a collaborative global finance environment.

For more information on the role, please contact Ben Jones at Rutherford Cross