Head of Tax 12 month maternity cover

Ceres; Horsham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy technology firm seeks a Head of Tax for a 12-month maternity cover. This role involves leading the preparation of UK corporation tax returns, managing R&D tax claims, and overseeing VAT compliance. The ideal candidate will be ACA and/or CTA qualified, with extensive UK corporate tax experience and a proactive approach to compliance and strategic tax input. Candidates with a passion for innovation and sustainability in the clean energy sector will thrive in this high-impact role.

Qualifications

• Extensive UK corporate tax experience is essential.
• Proven track record in R&D tax relief claims.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK tax legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and submission of UK corporation tax returns.
• Oversee VAT compliance and financial forecasting.
• Manage non-UK filings and employment-related tax matters.

Skills

UK corporate tax experience

R&D tax relief claims

IFRS tax accounting

International tax management

Commercial acumen

Regulatory anticipation

Cross-functional project leadership

Education

ACA and/or CTA qualified

Job description

We have a great opportunity to cover maternity for a 12-month period for our Head of Tax. Were looking for someone to join our senior leadership team and take ownership of all tax-related matters across our growing innovation-driven this high-impact role youll lead the preparation and submission of UK corporation tax returns (including iXBRL tagging and capital allowance analysis) manage a significant R&D tax credit claim in collaboration with technical leads and advisors and ensure accurate and timely tax reporting.

Youll also oversee VAT compliance support financial forecasting and budgeting and provide strategic tax input into commercial partnerships and group planning. Internationally youll manage non-UK filings permanent establishment risk transfer pricing and withholding tax. You will also lead on employment-related tax matters such as PAYE global mobility P11Ds ERS filings and share scheme administration. As the primary liaison with HMRC and external advisors youll manage all formal and informal enquiries while driving continuous improvement and ensuring full compliance across the business.

What Youll Bring :

• ACA and / or CTA qualified with extensive UK corporate tax experience
• Proven track record in R&D tax relief claims and IFRS tax accounting
• Strong technical knowledge of UK tax legislation and employment-related tax
• Experience managing international tax matters and external tax advisors
• Commercially astute with a proactive risk-aware approach to decision-making
• Passion for innovation sustainability and the clean energy or technology sector
• Ability to anticipate regulatory challenges and recommend strategic improvements
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and contributing to functional strategy