Tax Manager

JSS Search; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-performing FMCG business in Milton Keynes seeks a Tax Manager to oversee UK tax obligations and enhance compliance processes. The role requires direct collaboration with the Tax Director and offers opportunities to drive significant improvements and value within the organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar Tax Manager or senior tax role.
• Experience working with auditors is advantageous.
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and submission of all UK tax returns including VAT and Corporation Tax.
• Act as a trusted advisor for internal and external tax queries.
• Identify and implement process improvements across tax reporting.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Technical Knowledge of UK Tax Legislation

Excel Skills

Process Improvement

Education

Qualified CTA, ACA, or ACCA accountant

Job description

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We’re currently partnering with a high-performing FMCG business based in Milton Keynes to recruit a Tax Manager to join their well-established finance function.

This is a broad and hands-on role where you’ll take ownership of all UK tax obligations, including VAT, Corporation Tax, Digital Services Tax, and other applicable taxes. Reporting directly to the Tax Director, you’ll act as the go-to subject matter expert on tax for both internal and external stakeholders.

You’ll also play a key role in shaping and strengthening tax compliance controls and processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance across the UK business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation and submission of all UK tax returns (VAT, Corporation Tax, Digital Services Tax, etc.)
• Provide accurate cash forecasts for tax payments
• Ensure compliance with Office for National Statistics returns
• Oversee tax computations within statutory accounts
• Liaise with internal/external auditors and manage VAT audits
• Support the delivery of accurate tax-related balance sheet reconciliations
• Deliver tax data and insights to the board and senior leadership
• Act as a trusted advisor for internal/external tax queries
• Lead on tax elements of M&A activity
• Identify and implement process improvements across tax reporting
• Stay current on tax legislation, translating impacts to business leaders through training and insights
• Support tax planning initiatives and contribute to finance control reviews

Candidate Profile:

• Qualified CTA, ACA, or ACCA accountant
• Proven experience in a similar Tax Manager or senior tax role
• Strong technical knowledge of UK tax legislation
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
• Excellent Excel skills and systems knowledge
• Experience working within or with auditors is advantageous
• A naturally inquisitive mindset – keen to challenge, improve and add value

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a commercially successful, fast-paced organisation in a pivotal tax role with real influence and visibility.

If you're ready to take ownership, drive improvements, and be the subject matter expert in a supportive and growing environment – please apply!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Consumer Services

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