Tax Manager

Hanson Quarry Products Europe Limited; Chipping Sodbury; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days holiday

Pension scheme with generous employer/

Training & development

Cycle to work

Volunteering day

Discount platform

Private medical benefits

Employee assistance program

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK is seeking an experienced Tax Manager (indirect & corporate tax) to join the Tax & Treasury team. The role covers VAT and corporate tax across UK operations and corporate entities, with emphasis on compliance, risk management and cross‑functional collaboration.

You’ll work with senior stakeholders to optimise tax processes, respond to HMRC queries, and support strategic tax initiatives within a large, global materials group. Hybrid working in the UK is offered.

Qualifications

• ACA or CTA or equivalent professional qualification.
• Experience in indirect tax and corporate tax in industry and/or practice.
• Strong VAT compliance knowledge and reporting exposure.
• Excellent organisational and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient IT skills; SAP and Alphatax experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Review VAT returns and manage VAT compliance and other UK indirect taxes.
• Support UK corporate tax compliance, reporting and statutory disclosures.
• Provide tax advice on business transactions and operational initiatives.
• Work with finance and operations to enhance tax processes, controls and systems.
• Manage HMRC enquiries and tax audits, defending and supporting the company’s positions.

Skills

ACA/CTA

VAT knowledge

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Tools

SAP

Alphatax

Job description

Tax Manager (indirect & corporate tax)

Salary £60,000 - £70,000 + Benefits Chipping Sodbury, South Gloucestershire | hybrid working

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK. We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

Position Overview

Heidelberg Materials UK is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join our Tax & Treasury team. This is an excellent opportunity to work across both indirect and direct taxes. You will be responsible for providing indirect tax, transaction and project support across our UK operations as well as corporate tax compliance and reporting on a number of trading and corporate entities (with developmental support as required). Working at Heidelberg Materials is about being part of One Team. We operate over 300 production sites in the UK, employing about 3,500 people in a wide range of roles, and our aim is to be a leading sustainable business, trusted and respected by our stakeholders for the ethics we adopt and the products we supply. We are part of the Heidelberg Materials Group, one of the largest building materials manufacturers in the world, and we are committed to being a fair, respectful and inclusive employer.

Description of Team / Department

The UK tax department (team of 8) is responsible for all taxes impacting the domestic commercial operations as well as many corporate companies with inbound and outbound tax issues. This role offers exposure to senior stakeholders across finance and operations, providing the opportunity to influence business decisions, support strategic projects, and help shape best practice in tax compliance and risk management.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Reviewing VAT tax returns and managing VAT compliance and other UK indirect taxes such as Aggregates Levy, Landfill Tax, CIS, Plastic Packaging Tax (with developmental support as required).
• Supporting UK corporate tax compliance, reporting, and statutory tax disclosures (with developmental support as required).
• Providing tax advice on business transactions, projects and operational initiatives on a range of domestic and international tax matters.
• Working with finance and operational teams to enhance processes, controls and systems that impact tax risk management and compliance.
• Managing HMRC enquiries and tax audits, helping to defend and support the company's tax positions.
• Identifying opportunities to improve tax processes and optimise both direct and indirect tax outcomes for the business.

What We’re Looking For

• ACA, CTA or equivalent professional qualification.
• Tax experience gained within industry and/or a mid to large accountancy practice.
• Strong knowledge of VAT UK corporation tax compliance and reporting exposure.
• Solid accounting and audit knowledge.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive, self‑motivated and solutions-focused approach.
• Good IT skills, with SAP and alphatax experience desirable.

Excellent Remuneration and Benefits

• 27 days holiday
• Leading pension scheme offering with generous contributions from Heidelberg Materials
• Ongoing training and development and opportunities to help further your career
• Experience within a well-respected global market leader
• Benefits supporting you and your family, such access to an online employee discount platform, cycle to work, voluntary life assurance and access to discounted private medical benefits
• Paid day off to Volunteer every year
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice

At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK) we strive to create an inclusive and respectful workplace where every individual can bring their unique skills and background to contribute to the success of our business. At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK), we understand that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development, and we aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency, and individual achievement. As part of our commitment to promoting diversity, we are actively working to encourage more individuals to consider careers within the construction industry. We believe in building a workplace that is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and diversity.

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We understand that women may face unique challenges in their careers, and we are committed to providing a supportive environment to help you thrive. Our family-friendly policies, such as enhanced maternity and parental leave, neonatal care, and adoption support, will provide you with the flexibility and support you need to balance your personal and professional commitments. We also offer a range of benefits, such as access to our Employee Assistance Program, trained mental health first aiders, discounted private medical benefits and much more, to ensure your wellbeing is prioritized.