Group Tax Accountant
I’m working exclusively with a world‑leading group to appoint a Group Tax Accountant. This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically strong, commercially minded tax professional to join a high‑performing international tax team with genuine global exposure.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Group Tax Manager, you will join a Global Tax team in an impactful role covering group tax reporting, global corporate tax compliance, transfer pricing, and advisory support across the group’s international operations.
You’ll play a key role in delivering the group’s direct tax strategy, supporting major business initiatives, and ensuring compliance excellence across multiple jurisdictions.
Key Responsibilities
Compliance & Reporting
Lead the preparation and submission of UK corporate tax returns in partnership with external advisors and finance teams.
Support the year‑end group tax reporting process under IFRS, including UK tax packs, consolidation work, technical memos and auditor queries.
Prepare group ETR and cash tax forecasts.
Manage UK GAAP statutory reporting tax disclosures.
Collaborate with overseas finance teams to ensure timely, accurate global tax compliance.
Maintain a global corporate tax compliance calendar.
Support development of the group Transfer Pricing policy and compliance plan, including preparation and review of UK and overseas TP documentation.
Risk Management & Controls
Lead the UK Senior Accounting Officer compliance process.
Contribute to the Group Tax risk register and ensure alignment with the wider group risk framework.
Maintain global process and control documentation.
Business Partnering, Advisory & Projects
Build strong relationships across the business, advising on operations, transactions and strategic decisions.
Support major projects including refinancing, M&A and restructurings.
Assist with tax controversy matters, including authority enquiries and dispute management.
Identify and implement process improvements, including automation and technology enhancements.
Evaluate opportunities to maximise tax reliefs and support scenario modelling for business decisions.
Manage the Group Tax team budget, including PO management, spend tracking and forecasting.
About you:
Experience & Qualifications
Recognised accounting or tax qualification (CTA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
Understanding of consolidated and entity tax reporting under IAS 12/IFRS.
Corporate tax experience, ideally gained in a multinational environment or a top tier firm of accountants.
Ability to apply tax and accounting knowledge to identify and deliver business opportunities.
Skills & Competencies
Strong communicator with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions.
Builds relationships quickly and effectively; proactive in developing new connections.
Sound business judgement with proven decision‑making capability.
Strategic thinker who can also deliver operational excellence.
Highly organised, adaptable and able to prioritise effectively.
If you’re looking for a global tax role with breadth, visibility and progression — within a business that blends commercial ambition with creativity and purpose, please apply for more information!
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