Tax Manager

Michael Page; West Malling; Hybrid; GBP 79,796 - 104,703; Part time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join a well-known organization in the UK. This temporary position involves preparing and reviewing corporate tax returns, managing VAT and PAYE compliance, and providing expert tax advice across the business. The role offers a daily rate of up to £500 and supports hybrid working arrangements with a mix of office and home-based work.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in managing corporate tax matters.
• Experience preparing corporation tax computations.
• Ability to explain complex tax concepts to non-specialists.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of corporate tax returns.
• Manage VAT, PAYE, and indirect tax compliance.
• Develop tax planning strategies.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of UK tax legislation

Solid understanding of IFRS and UK GAAP

Strong analytical skills

Confident communication skills

Commercial awareness

Experience managing HMRC relationships

Job description

My client based in Mid-Kent is looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join their team on a temporary basis and play a pivotal role in ensuring the organisation remains compliant, efficient, and strategically aligned on all tax matters.

Well known organisation with a friendly finance team and a great culture

Description

• Lead the preparation and review of corporate tax returns and filings, including maintaining supporting records.
• Manage VAT, PAYE, and indirect tax compliance, working closely with clearing agents on customs duties and VAT processes.
• Oversee interim and year‑end tax provision calculations in line with IFRS, and liaise with auditors to finalise statutory account disclosures.
• Prepare corporation tax forecasts and budgets.
• Maintain and monitor the group's tax governance policies, systems, and procedures to support the Senior Accounting Officer.
• Develop tax planning strategies to enhance efficiency and support business objectives.
• Provide expert tax advice across the business, including on transactions and by working with external advisers.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on the organisation.

Profile

My client is looking for someone with the following experience:

• Strong technical knowledge of UK tax legislation and HMRC requirements.
• Solid understanding of IFRS, UK GAAP, and how financial reporting interacts with tax.
• Significant experience in managing corporate tax matters in-house or within an accountancy firm.
• Experience preparing corporation tax computations and statutory reporting disclosures.
• Strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and outstanding organisation skills.
• Confident communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax concepts to non-specialists.
• Commercial awareness and strategic thinking.
• Experience managing HMRC relationships and external advisers.

Job Offer

Up to £500 per day (inside IR35) dependent on experience

Hybrid working - c. 2-3 days in the office and 2-3 from home