Tax Manager Temp-Perm

Reed; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Long service awards

Employee discount

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Reed is seeking a Tax Manager on a temporary-permanent basis to join the Head Office team in Plymouth. You will oversee UK and Irish tax compliance, guide commercial decision-making, and support strategic projects across the business.

The role covers corporation tax, VAT, employment taxes, and transfer pricing, with responsibility for HMRC relations, risk management, and governance. A strong advisory mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA, CTA, or equivalent qualification.
• Strong experience in UK tax compliance and advisory work.
• Excellent knowledge of Corporation Tax, VAT, customs/import VAT, and employment taxes.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercially minded with the ability to explain complex tax matters clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead Corporation Tax, VAT, and indirect tax compliance and reporting.
• Act as the main contact for HMRC, tax authorities, and external advisers.
• Provide tax support for acquisitions, restructures, and business expansion projects.
• Monitor tax legislation and ensure robust tax controls and governance.
• Advise senior stakeholders on tax risks, opportunities, and efficiencies.
• Support transfer pricing requirements and tax strategy development.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

ACA, ACCA, CTA, or equivalent qualification

Job description

Tax Manager Temp-Perm

Our client, a leading UK retail business, is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join their Head Office team in Plymouth.

The Role

This is a key position responsible for overseeing tax compliance, risk management, and tax strategy across UK and Irish operations. You'll provide expert advice to support commercial decision-making, business growth, and strategic projects while ensuring compliance across all tax matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Corporation Tax, VAT, and indirect tax compliance and reporting.
• Act as the main contact for HMRC, tax authorities, and external advisers.
• Provide tax support for acquisitions, restructures, and business expansion projects.
• Monitor tax legislation and ensure robust tax controls and governance.
• Advise senior stakeholders on tax risks, opportunities, and efficiencies.
• Support transfer pricing requirements and tax strategy development.

Key Requirements

• ACA, ACCA, CTA, or equivalent qualification.
• Strong experience in UK tax compliance and advisory work.
• Excellent knowledge of Corporation Tax, VAT, customs/import VAT, and employment taxes.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercially minded with the ability to explain complex tax matters clearly.

Desirable

• Republic of Ireland tax experience.
• Experience within retail, e-commerce, or marketplace businesses.
• Exposure to acquisitions, integrations, and transfer pricing.
• Experience working within a large multi-entity organisation.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• Long service awards
• Employee discount
• Cycle to Work scheme

Location: Plymouth, Devon
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am - 5:30pm