Group Tax Manager

The Very Group; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Very Group is seeking a Tax Manager responsible for ensuring compliance with corporation tax obligations while driving efficiency and governance. The role requires strong technical knowledge in taxation, project management skills, and a desire to implement change in a dynamic environment. Flexible working, a generous holiday allowance, and continuous learning through platforms like Udemy are offered as part of the comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible, hybrid working model

£1,000 flexible benefits allowance

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

Udemy learning access

Bonus potential

Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk

Matched pension up to 6%

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years PQE in a tax-related role.
• Knowledge of tax governance and compliance.
• Skill in analyzing data and identifying trends.

Responsibilities

• Delivering global corporation tax compliance and preparing tax returns.
• Preparing accurate income tax disclosures within financial statements.
• Managing IR35 determinations and preparing employment tax disclosures.

Skills

Corporation tax knowledge

Tax qualification (CTA or ATT)

Technical accounting knowledge

Project management skills

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Education

CTA or ATT qualification

Job description

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As we look to reinvent our approach to embedding Tax within the business, there couldn’t be a more exciting time to be joining The Very Group Tax team. As a key team member, you will be responsible for maintaining compliance with the group’s corporation tax obligations and managing corporation tax cash flows.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering overall global corporation tax compliance, including preparation of tax returns and group reporting requirements.
• Preparing accurate income tax disclosures within the financial statements.
• Ensuring the accuracy of tax forecasting and payments.
• Ensuring appropriate tax governance.
• Providing effective, timely business advisory services.
• Managing IR35 determinations, preparing PSA and employment tax disclosures.
• Optional experience in VAT.

About you

We are seeking a passionate, ambitious, and down-to-earth individual who is looking for an environment where they will have the opportunity to accelerate their knowledge, skills, and development within a high-performing team.

We are also looking for the following skills & knowledge:

• Tax qualification (e.g., CTA or ATT) with 2/3+ years PQE.
• Corporation tax knowledge of UK-headed groups with a global presence, ideally in a listed environment.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge with experience in accounting for income taxes, and the ability to review new legislation and assess the impact of legislative changes on the Group.
• Strong self-starter with a desire to improve processes and implement change.
• Proven interest in learning a business quickly and the ability to take an overall view as well as delve into specific details where needed.
• Strong project management and change management skills, including confidence in holding others to account.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to analyze data and identify emerging issues and trends from incomplete data.

Some of our benefits

• Flexible, hybrid working model.
• Inclusive culture and environment; check out our Glassdoor reviews.
• £1,000 flexible benefits allowance to suit your needs.
• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Udemy learning access.
• Bonus potential (performance and business-related).
• Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk.
• Matched pension up to 6%.
• More benefits can be found on our career site.

How to apply

Please note that the talent acquisition team is managing this vacancy directly. If successful in securing this role, you will be required to undertake credit, CIFAS, Right to Work checks, and possibly a DBS (criminal records) check. If your application progresses, please inform the team of any disclosures related to these checks prior to their being undertaken, including any unspent criminal convictions.