Tax Manager

Britvic; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage supplier is seeking a Tax Manager in Hemel Hempstead to support the Head of Direct Tax. This role involves managing tax risks and ensuring compliance across multiple jurisdictions. The ideal candidate will have ACA/ACCA and/or CTA credentials along with 1-3 years of experience. Responsibilities include preparing tax computations, managing reporting obligations, and collaborating with business stakeholders to address complex tax issues. The company offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits.

Benefits

Monthly product allowance

Private Medical options

Life Assurance

Company bonus scheme

Enhanced pension contribution

Generous holiday (including bank holidays)

Access to high street discounts

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of post-qualification experience in tax accounting or professional services.
• Demonstrated experience in tax accounting and reporting under IFRS and local GAAP.
• Understanding of Irish tax beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review Corporation Tax computations and partnership returns.
• Manage tax accounting and reporting, including group reporting and tax reconciliations.
• Partner with business stakeholders to implement practical tax solutions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Strong communication

UK tax technical knowledge

Problem-solving

Education

ACA/ACCA and/or CTA credentials

Job description

Job Title: Tax Manager
Location: Hemel Hempstead - Breakspear Park
Job Length: Permanent
Working Hours: 37.5
Competitive Salary with extensive benefits:

Monthly product allowance – alcoholic & non-alcoholic options available
Private Medical options
Life Assurance
Company bonus scheme
Access to 24/ GP services
Enhanced pension contribution
Generous holiday (inc bank holidays)
Access to a range of high street discounts

Carlsberg Britvic is the largest multi-beverage supplier in the UK and is home to some of the most iconic and popular beers & soft drinks, including Carlsberg Danish Pilsner, 1664, Poretti and Brooklyn to ale favourites such as Hobgoblin and Wainwright. For soft drinks, Carlsberg Britvic’s brands include J2O, Robinsons, Tango and London Essence along with the licence rights to the Pepsi portfolio in the UK including Pepsi MAX, 7UP, Lipton Iced Tea and Rockstar Energy.

With a strong national footprint, the Carlsberg Britvic business includes 5 production facilities and 16 logistics depot’s servicing customers up and down the UK. As these two historical businesses have come together, the one common goal remains, and that is ensuring our people succeed.

About the Role

Join our dynamic Tax team as a Tax Manager supporting the Head of Direct Tax in ensuring compliance across multiple jurisdictions. This multi-disciplinary role offers diverse technical challenges and development opportunities within a strong, ambitious team operating in an exciting, evolving market. We're seeking a highly motivated self-starter to become a key member of our team, helping to manage tax risks, coordinate advice, and organize tax affairs efficiently.

Role Responsibilities

• Prepare and review GB & Ireland Corporation Tax computations and partnership returns with precision and technical accuracy
• Apply UK tax technical expertise, particularly in areas such as Corporate Interest Restrictions and derivatives taxation
• Manage tax accounting and reporting, including group reporting, FRS 101 entity tax disclosures, and tax reconciliations
• Oversee Senior Accounting Officer reporting and conduct in-year testing across various tax areas
• Partner with business stakeholders to explain complex tax issues and implement practical tax solutions
• Contribute to specialized tax areas such as R&D tax credits, Capital Allowances, and Transfer Pricing
• Support tax compliance and reporting obligations across all relevant jurisdictions

Experience and Key Attributes

• Qualified professional with ACA/ACCA and/or CTA credentials, with 1-3 years post-qualification experience in industry or professional services
• Excellent organizational skills with proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver to both internal and external deadlines
• Strong communication abilities to effectively promote the tax function internally and maintain productive relationships with external advisors, tax authorities, and auditors
• In-depth UK tax technical knowledge, with understanding of Irish tax beneficial but not essential
• Demonstrated experience in tax accounting and reporting under IFRS and local GAAP
• Self-motivated problem-solver who can work autonomously while contributing positively to team culture
• Alignment with our core values: striving for excellence, fostering positive collaboration, focusing on consumers, making data-driven decisions, and supporting professional growth

Our commitment to diversity equity & inclusion

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences - including those of different races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, ages, abilities, religions, and socioeconomic statuses. We actively seek to create a safe and inclusive environment for all of our colleagues, where diverse perspectives are welcomed, and inclusive practices are embedded in everything we do.

We are happy to support accessibility needs, to ensure a fair and equitable experience for all candidates, so please do let us know if you require any adjustments during the recruitment process.

Application Process:
We read applications continuously, and vacancies may be filled anytime, so please apply as early as possible.

We look forward to receiving your application.