Vacancy: Tax Manager

East of England | 22.2 hours per week | Permanent

Our client – based in the East of England – are currently looking for a Tax Manager to join their central finance function on permanent part time basis. The role is 22.2 hours per week, and the hiring manager is flexible how these hours are worked per week!

• Start date: Dependent on notice period, ideally May 2026
• Salary: £69,072 - £76, 298 per annum (FTE)

Duties will include (but not limited to):

• Preparation and submission of the VAT returns for the VAT Group and other subsidiary companies
• Preparation of the Corporation Tax returns for the Group, year-end provisions and notes to the statutory financial statements
• To be the primary point of contact for all direct and indirect tax affairs across the Group
• To be responsible for negotiations with HM Revenue and Customs
• To plan and manage the Group’s tax affairs under existing and proposed legislation
• To forecast tax payments and evaluate the tax consequences of current and future projects
• To assist the Head of Pay and Pensions with payroll related tax issues
• Provision of taxation advice to assist Senior Managers and staff across the Group
• To be responsible for training both Finance and non-Finance staff to ensure compliance with relevant legislative requirements across the Group
• To ensure that the Finance system is VAT and tax compliant
• Ensure VAT efficiency in major capital projects

Experience required:

• Fully qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/FCCA)
• Background working in Higher Education is strongly desirable
• Up to date knowledge of UK tax legislation
• Knowledge of the Tech One finance system is strongly desirable

Rewards andBenefits:

• Leave & Flexibility: 25–35 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and extra university closure days over Christmas. Hybrid working and job share options are available.
• Health & Wellbeing: A 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme supports mental, financial, and emotional health.
• Pension & Finance: Contributory pension schemes are provided.
• Professional Development: Access to hundreds of workshops, with up to five days of study leave per year.
• Campus Facilities & Discounts: Access to Hertfordshire Sports Village with discounted memberships, onsite childcare, and discounted hairdressing/beauty treatments.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay are available.
• Additional Perks: Long service awards, free parking, and free entry to campus events
• Any many more!

Working hours

• 22.2 hours per week (flexible working)
• Monday - Friday
• Hybrid working: Please note you will need to be on site every Tuesday to align with the wider finance team

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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