UK Tax Manager - Temporary position

Cantello Tayler recruitment is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Tax Manager to take ownership of UK tax compliance and reporting for our clients UK entities. This role offers a broad range of responsibilities covering corporate tax, VAT, transfer pricing, and group reporting. Ideal for a candidate with a strong compliance background and a desire to broaden their advisory exposure.

Key Responsibilities:

Take responsibility for all UK corporate tax compliance, including:
Preparation and submission of UK corporation tax returns
Calculation of quarterly instalment payments
Reporting to Group Finance on tax compliance matters
Prepare tax computations ensuring optimal use of tax reliefs and allowances (e.g. CFC, capital allowances)
Deliver accurate tax disclosures for audited financial statements
Review and submit quarterly VAT returns
Prepare Corporate Interest Restriction (CIR) calculations
Support with transfer pricing calculations and documentation
Assist with other direct tax compliance such as:
Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) filings
Pillar 2 compliance
Country-by-Country Reporting (CBCR)
JCFC reporting
UK Tax Strategy updates
Prepare and submit quarterly tax charge reporting, including:
Tax packs for UK entities
Posting of tax journals to SAP (CIT, DT, Group relief)
Lead preparation of:
Bi-annual forecast of current year tax charge
Annual tax charge plan
Support JSOX compliance for UK Direct Tax
Assist with HMRC correspondence (residency certificates, enquiries, etc.)
Liaise with external advisors on tax advisory matters and ad hoc tax queriesCandidate Profile:

Qualifications:
Accounting qualification (AAT, ACCA, ACA) essential
CTA qualification desirable
Experience:
Trained in practice, ideally in a corporate tax compliance role
First or second move into industry
Some advisory experience beneficial
Technical Skills:
Strong knowledge of UK tax legislation and compliance requirements
Experience with SAP and Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Personal Attributes:
Team player with strong work ethic
Self-motivated and detail-oriented
Strong analytical, interpersonal, and organisational skillsIf this UK Tax Manager role is of interest to you, please click apply now or contact Esther Ward in our Egham office