Tax Manager - European Food Supplier

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the food retail sector is seeking a skilled Tax Manager to lead its tax function. This pivotal role involves overseeing tax processes, ensuring compliance with international standards, and collaborating with finance teams. The ideal candidate will have a CTA or ACA qualification and a strong grasp of international tax laws. With a competitive salary and a discretionary bonus, this position offers the chance to shape the company's tax strategy while working closely with senior management. If you're ready to take on a challenging role in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• CTA or ACA qualified tax accountant with experience in international tax.
• Strong knowledge of international tax accounting and reporting standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and submission of annual corporation tax returns.
• Develop and maintain a tax risk management framework with strong controls.

Skills

International Tax Accounting

Tax Compliance

Organizational Skills

Data Management

Education

CTA or ACA Qualification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Your new company
A European food retailer is looking to hire an experienced Tax Manager to join the evolving finance team. The company supplies meat products to clients across the UK and Europe and is a market leader in its industry.

Your new role
As a Tax Manager, you will oversee the tax function and strategy for the UK entity and group. Your responsibilities include managing tax processes end-to-end, ensuring controls and reporting mechanisms are robust, and optimizing the company's tax position.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead the preparation and submission of annual corporation tax returns and computations.
2. Ensure compliance with Pillar 2 framework and collaborate with finance functions on Pillar 2 tax returns.
3. Prepare and submit VAT returns across multiple jurisdictions.
4. Assist with quarterly and year-end tax reporting for international entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and collaborate with the Group Reporting Director during audits to align tax and financial reporting under IFRS.
5. Support global tax reporting and compliance requirements, including Country-by-Country Reporting and Pillar Two regulations.
6. Investigate ownership structures and tax implications of mergers and acquisitions.
7. Ensure proper application and reporting of withholding taxes internationally.
8. Develop and maintain a tax risk management framework with strong internal controls.
9. Monitor changes in UK and international tax laws, assess impacts, and implement necessary adjustments.

What you'll need to succeed
You should be a CTA or ACA qualified tax accountant with experience leading an international tax function. Strong knowledge of international tax accounting and reporting standards is essential, and experience with SAP is desirable. You should possess strong technical skills, excellent organizational abilities, and proficiency in handling large datasets.

What you'll get in return
A competitive salary plus a discretionary bonus of up to 20%. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of the tax function and work closely with the board to shape the company's tax strategy in the UK and abroad.

What you need to do now
Interested candidates should click 'apply now' to submit their CV or contact us for a confidential discussion about their career. If this role isn't suitable, please reach out for other opportunities.