Tax Manager

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My client based in Mid-Kent is looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join their team on a temporary basis and play a pivotal role in ensuring the organisation remains compliant, efficient, and strategically aligned on all tax matters.

Well known organisation with a friendly finance team and a great culture

Description

  • Lead the preparation and review of corporate tax returns and filings, including maintaining supporting records.
  • Manage VAT, PAYE, and indirect tax compliance, working closely with clearing agents on customs duties and VAT processes.
  • Oversee interim and year‑end tax provision calculations in line with IFRS, and liaise with auditors to finalise statutory account disclosures.
  • Prepare corporation tax forecasts and budgets.
  • Maintain and monitor the group's tax governance policies, systems, and procedures to support the Senior Accounting Officer.
  • Develop tax planning strategies to enhance efficiency and support business objectives.
  • Provide expert tax advice across the business, including on transactions and by working with external advisers.
  • Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on the organisation.

Profile

My client is looking for someone with the following experience:

  • Strong technical knowledge of UK tax legislation and HMRC requirements.
  • Solid understanding of IFRS, UK GAAP, and how financial reporting interacts with tax.
  • Significant experience in managing corporate tax matters in-house or within an accountancy firm.
  • Experience preparing corporation tax computations and statutory reporting disclosures.
  • Strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and outstanding organisation skills.
  • Confident communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax concepts to non-specialists.
  • Commercial awareness and strategic thinking.
  • Experience managing HMRC relationships and external advisers.

Job Offer

Up to £500 per day (inside IR35) dependent on experience

Hybrid working – c. 2-3 days in the office and 2-3 from home

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Location: West Malling
Job Description:

My client based in Mid-Kent is looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join their team on a temporary basis and play a pivotal role in ensuring the organisation remains compliant, efficient, and strategically aligned on all tax matters.

Well known organisation with a friendly finance team and a great culture

Description

  • Lead the preparation and review of corporate tax returns and filings, including maintaining supporting records.
  • Manage VAT, PAYE, and indirect tax compliance, working closely with clearing agents on customs duties and VAT processes.
  • Oversee interim and year‑end tax provision calculations in line with IFRS, and liaise with auditors to finalise statutory account disclosures.
  • Prepare corporation tax forecasts and budgets.
  • Maintain and monitor the group’s tax governance policies, systems, and procedures to support the Senior Accounting Officer.
  • Develop tax planning strategies to enhance efficiency and support business objectives.
  • Provide expert tax advice across the business, including on transactions and by working with external advisers.
  • Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on the organisation.

Profile

My client is looking for someone with the following experience:

  • Strong technical knowledge of UK tax legislation and HMRC requirements.
  • Solid understanding of IFRS, UK GAAP, and how financial reporting interacts with tax.
  • Significant experience in managing corporate tax matters in-house or within an accountancy firm.
  • Experience preparing corporation tax computations and statutory reporting disclosures.
  • Strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and outstanding organisation skills.
  • Confident communication skills, with the ability to explain complex tax concepts to non-specialists.
  • Commercial awareness and strategic thinking.
  • Experience managing HMRC relationships and external advisers.

Job Offer

Up to £500 per day (inside IR35) dependent on experience

Hybrid working – c. 2-3 days in the office and 2-3 from home

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Posted: March 27th, 2026