In-House Tax Manager - Global FMCG Business - Reading - Hybrid

TN United Kingdom; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Tax Manager to join their UK Head Office in Reading. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead tax compliance and advisory work across the UK and Ireland within a globally respected FMCG brand. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, the company fosters a flexible working environment and provides strong career progression opportunities. As a key figure in tax leadership, you will manage external advisors, drive process improvements, and ensure compliance with HMRC regulations. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible working

Healthcare

Pension

Bonus

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in UK tax, ideally from a Big 4 or large corporate environment.
• Strong accounting and tax foundation with ACA qualification.

Responsibilities

• Manage tax compliance and advisory work for UK and Ireland.
• Oversee VAT and other tax filings, ensuring timely payments.

Skills

UK Corporation Tax

VAT

SAP

HFM Systems

Communication Skills

Education

ACA or equivalent

Tools

SAP

HFM

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Capital Tax Recruitment

Location:

Reading, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Join a renowned global business with a strong local presence.

This international FMCG organisation operates in over 200 countries and has a portfolio of household-name products enjoyed by consumers more than a billion times each day. With a clear commitment to sustainability, innovation, and people development, the business continues to grow while keeping purpose at the centre of everything it does. They are now looking for a talented and commercially minded Tax Manager to join their UK Head Office in Reading. This is a rare opportunity to step into a key tax leadership role within a globally respected brand - offering flexible working and strong long-term career potential.

The Role

As Tax Manager, you'll take ownership of tax compliance, reporting, and advisory work across the UK and Ireland. You'll manage external advisors and HMRC relationships, drive process improvements, and play a key role in internal controls and financial reporting.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading UK Corporation Tax processes, including Capital Allowances and CIR
• Overseeing VAT, PSA, STBV, SAO, and other tax filings for the UK and Ireland
• Ensuring timely and accurate tax payments and compliance
• Advising on VAT treatment and coding within SAP
• Leading tax-related financial reporting under US GAAP (including FAS109 and Pillar 2)
• Preparing deferred tax calculations and statutory account disclosures
• Supporting tax budgeting and forecasting processes
• Owning and ensuring the effectiveness of SOX and internal tax controls
• Driving automation and improvements in tax processes (e.g. VAT submissions)
• Acting as the main point of contact for HMRC on compliance matters
• Managing two indirect reports within an outsourced/shared service function

About You

• ACA (or equivalent) qualified with a strong accounting and tax foundation
• At least 5 years' experience in UK tax (corporation tax, VAT, customs), ideally from a Big 4 or large corporate environment
• Proficient in SAP and HFM systems
• Experienced in managing relationships with external auditors, advisors, and HMRC
• Strong communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders, including senior leadership
• Comfortable managing or overseeing offshore or outsourced teams

Why Apply

• Join a globally recognised business with a strong, purpose-driven culture
• Benefit from flexible working and a high-trust environment
• Competitive salary and benefits including bonus, healthcare, pension and more
• Genuine career progression opportunities - many senior leaders have been promoted from within

Ready to take the next step?
Send your CV in confidence to [emailprotected] to explore this opportunity further.