Tax Manager

Manchester, Lancashire
Sanderson Recruitment Plc

Job Title: Tax Manager
Salary: £75,000 to £90,000
Location: Manchester

Working Model: Flexible/Remote Options

Our client is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join their dynamic team. If you have a passion for tax compliance, strategic planning, and fostering best practices, this is an exciting opportunity to take your career to the next level.

Benefits:

• Flexible working
• Health cash plan
• Generous pension scheme
• Training and development opportunities

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the group’s tax compliance across the UK, Gibraltar, and Guernsey, covering corporation tax, VAT, IPT, and other taxes.
• Prepare and submit accurate tax returns with support from internal and external teams.
• Ensure tax postings are accurate and reconciled in collaboration with the Financial Accounting team.
• Establish robust processes and controls for all tax matters, including detailed documentation.
• Lead Pillar II readiness initiatives and develop sustainable tax models.
• Support statutory reporting compliance, including tax provisioning and deferred tax calculations.
• Provide expert advice on day-to-day tax queries, including supplier inputs and employment tax.
• Oversee the group’s monthly transfer pricing process and maintain contemporaneous documentation.
• Manage tax risk and update policies, provide training, and collaborate across teams.
• Advise on strategic decisions, such as new products and commercial contracts.
• Liaise with tax authorities and support ad-hoc commercial or tax-driven initiatives.
• Deputise for the Head of Tax as required.

Relevant Skills & Experience:

• ACA/ACCA or equivalent tax qualification.
• Strong technical tax knowledge across multiple taxes, including OECD BEPS/Transfer Pricing rules.
• In-house experience (desirable) and strong Excel and modelling skills.
• Proven ability to research, plan, and deliver under pressure while meeting tight deadlines.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and commercial awareness.

If you’re a proactive and detail-oriented Tax Manager ready to make an impact, apply now to join a supportive team dedicated to excellence in tax management.