Senior Tax Manager

Itchy Feet; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A leading tax service firm in the Channel Islands seeks a Senior Tax Manager to lead and manage the tax team. This pivotal role requires strong experience with Channel Islands tax regimes and an in-depth understanding of tax reporting requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with clients and other departments, handle tax reporting, and assist with advisory projects. This unique opportunity offers a collaborative environment, professional development, and a rewarding career in tax.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Channel Islands tax regimes required.
• In-depth understanding of tax reporting requirements necessary.
• Professionally qualified candidates preferred.
• Proven experience dealing with senior stakeholders.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Professionally qualified candidates (e.g., ICAEW, ACCA, CTA) are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and develop the tax team.
• Handle personal and corporate tax reporting.
• Assist with advisory projects and ensure compliance.
• Ensure comprehensive client documentation and controls are implemented as required across jurisdictions (Jersey, Guernsey, and the UK).
• Liaise with and provide support to other departments within the organisation.
• Conduct reviews of tax reporting data and perform reconciliations.
• Address ad-hoc tax-related queries in a timely manner.
• Represent the Group at local industry and client events, fostering strong relationships.
• Participate in local, regional, and global technical and networking events for the group.
• Report on department performance directly to the directors

Skills

Experience with Channel Islands tax regimes

Technical understanding of tax reporting requirements

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience dealing with senior stakeholders

Attention to detail

Professional qualifications (ICAEW/ACA

Education

Professional qualification (ICAEW, ACCA, CTA)

Job description

Our client is seeking a Senior Tax Manager who will act as the operational lead for the Group's tax department. This pivotal role is responsible for managing personal and corporate tax engagements in the Channel Islands, alongside limited UK corporate tax reporting. The successful candidate will run the tax team while liaising with clients, non-tax colleagues, and other firms within the group. The position is based on a full-time commitment of 36.25 hours per week. The Senior Tax Manager will report directly to the directors. The salary will be determined based on the candidate's experience and existing skill set. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the tax department and influence the group's strategic initiatives.

Job Duties

• Oversee and develop the tax team, ensuring effective management of the department
• Handle client personal and corporate tax reporting, ensuring full compliance with reporting obligations
• Assist the directors with various ad-hoc advisory projects, including those related to global relationships
• Ensure comprehensive client documentation and controls are implemented as required across jurisdictions (Jersey, Guernsey, and the UK)
• Liaise with and provide support to other departments within the organisation
• Conduct reviews of tax reporting data and perform reconciliations
• Address ad-hoc tax-related queries in a timely manner
• Represent the Group at local industry and client events, fostering strong relationships
• Participate in local, regional, and global technical and networking events for the group
• Report on department performance directly to the directors

Job Requirements

• Strong experience with the Channel Islands tax regimes
• In-depth technical understanding of tax reporting requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven experience dealing with senior stakeholders
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Professionally qualified candidates (e.g., ICAEW, ACCA, CTA) are preferred

What You\'ll Love

You will have the opportunity to join a dynamic and innovative team committed to excellence in tax services. This role provides a platform to lead and mentor a dedicated tax team while working closely with clients to ensure their tax obligations are met efficiently. You will benefit from a collaborative working environment, engaging with a diverse range of clients and stakeholders. The client values professional development, ensuring you can grow your expertise and career within the sector. The role promises a stimulating and rewarding career path in the tax profession.

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