Group Tax Manager

EnerMech; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

EnerMech, a specialist energy services group, seeks a Group Tax Manager to lead global corporate income tax compliance and reporting from the UK, with flexibility to be based in Aberdeen or Glasgow/Edinburgh. You will drive tax improvements, coordinate with regional teams and external advisors on filings, audits, and intercompany governance.

The role requires international tax experience, professional qualification and a deep understanding of IFRS, local GAAP, and transfer pricing within a

Qualifications

• International tax experience in a top accounting firm or multinational.
• Qualified ACA/ACCA or equivalent with an accounting degree.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage global corporate income tax compliance across jurisdictions.
• Lead tax reporting (IFRS & Local GAAP) including provisions.
• Provide tax advisory for new tenders and reorganisations; support VAT/payroll tax issues.
• Oversee transfer pricing and intercompany documentation.
• Maintain internal controls and lead tax audits as directed.

Skills

International tax experience

Analytical thinking

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

Business or Accounting degree

ACA/ACCA or equivalent

Job description

We are EnerMech, a specialist service company that delivers safe, integrated solutions for complex energy projects.

For over 50 years, we've been energizing our clients across the world with unrivalled expertise, equipment, and technology that supports the entire asset life-cycle - offshore and on land.

We enable progress through our three global business lines: Energy Solutions, Infrastructure & Industrial Solutions, and Lifting Solutions.

Within these areas, we offer a wide range of services, including cranes, lifting, fluid power, training, equipment rental, pipeline and subsea, process, and valves - all designed to help our clients optimize performance, enhance reliability, and improve efficiency.

With a focus on operational excellence, we deliver value through our customized integrated solutions. This approach reduces risk and enhances efficiencies making us a leading and trusted partner every step of the way.

The Role and Responsibilities

A new role has arisen for a Group Tax Manager to join our Tax team based in the UK. This role can be based in either Aberdeen or the Central Belt of Scotland (Glasgow/Edinburgh) and will report to our Tax Director.

The role will be accountable for the management of EnerMech's global corporate income tax compliance, tax reporting globally, and some specific countries for tax advice. In addition, responsible for other international tax work as directed by the Tax Director.

You will work with the Tax Director to implement Global tax improvements and initiatives including systems improvements, documenting tax processes and specific tax projects.

Tax Compliance

• Lead and oversee the outsourced global corporate income tax compliance process across all jurisdictions where the company operates
• In conjunction with local finance teams, manage external advisors to ensure accurate and timely filings, including tax returns, estimated payments, and extensions
• Manage the process for cash tax reporting, covering both corporate income taxes and withholding taxes

Tax Reporting (IFRS & Local GAAP)

• Lead the preparation and review of semi-annual and annual tax provisions (current and deferred taxes) including the consolidated tax position under of group accountsunder IFRS
• Coordinate with regional finance teams to ensure accurate tax reporting and disclosures in statutory accounts, primarily UK
  

Tax Advice

• Lead the provision of tax advice for new tenders, compliance and reorganisations for UK and Europe
• Provide support to the UK business on VAT and payroll tax issues
  

Transfer Pricing and Intercompany

• Ensure proper documentation of intercompany transactions, including master file and local files
• Support TP calculations and year-end true-ups in collaboration with the commercial and controllership teams

Governance and Controls

• Maintain internal controls over tax accounting and compliance
• Identify and mitigate tax risks through proactive reviews and control improvements
• Lead or support tax audits and inquiries across jurisdictions as assigned by the Tax Director

Process & Technology

• Champion process improvements to automate and streamline compliance workflows
• Partner with IT and finance systems teams to implement or enhance tax reporting and compliance tools.

The Requirements

To be successful for this position you will be Business or Accounting degree qualified and a holder of recognised or professional account qualification e.g. ACA and ACCA.

You will have demonstrable international tax experience gained within either top 10 accounting practice or an international business environment.

You will be a team player who continually finds new ways of improving efficiency and value. You will be detail and quality focused and have previous experience working in a fast paced environment.

Diversity & Inclusion

EnerMech is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive organisation. We believe that diversity enriches our team, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and identities.