Tax Manager

Career Moves Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm in London is looking for an experienced tax professional to join their team. This role involves delivering tax advice and compliance services for high-value clients. Key responsibilities include preparing UK tax disclosures, managing compliance for UK corporation tax, and collaborating with finance teams. Ideal candidates would be ACA or CTA qualified with experience in corporate tax compliance and advisory work. Apply today if you're ready to contribute to a high-performing tax function.

Qualifications

• Strong background in tax accounting is essential.
• Proven experience in corporate tax compliance and advisory work.
• Experience in real estate taxation or exposure to cross-border projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare UK tax disclosures for financial statements.
• Manage compliance for UK corporation tax and prepare tax returns.
• Draft and update procedural documentation for tax returns.

Skills

Tax accounting expertise

Corporate tax compliance

Proficiency in Alphatax

Building relationships

Knowledge of indirect tax

Education

ACA or CTA qualified

Tools

Alphatax software

Job description

CMG are excited to be partnering exclusively with an investment firm who are currently seeking an experienced tax professional to join the tax function. This position involves delivering commercially focused tax advice and compliance services for high-value clients operating across multiple sectors and jurisdictions.

The role reports to senior tax leadership and plays a key part in maintaining a high-performing central tax function. Responsibilities include UK tax planning, structuring for real estate transactions, and potential involvement in cross-border tax projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare UK tax disclosures for statutory financial statements.
• Manage compliance for UK corporation tax, including preparation and review of tax returns.
• Review capital expenditure to identify eligible capital allowances.
• Participate in group tax reviews to support planning and structuring initiatives.
• Provide VAT support on ad hoc matters.
• Oversee cash tax payment processes and liaise with senior tax leadership for approvals.
• Collaborate with finance teams to ensure accurate processing of tax payments.
• Lead ad hoc tax accounting projects and manage related tax implications.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, external advisors, and tax authorities.
• Stay current on tax technical developments and advise business stakeholders accordingly.
• Maintain and enhance tax governance procedures, including SAO compliance and client reporting (e.g., FATCA, CRS, CCO).
• Draft and update procedural documentation for tax returns in line with group tax policies.
• Contribute to projects involving acquisitions, disposals, financing strategies, and due diligence.

Qualifications & Experience

• ACA or CTA qualified with a strong background in tax accounting.
• Proven experience in corporate tax compliance and advisory work.
• Proficiency in Alphatax software.
• Knowledge of indirect tax is advantageous but not essential.
• Experience in real estate taxation (practice or industry) preferred.
• Exposure to tax structuring and cross-border projects is beneficial.

Apply today!