Job Description
KennedyPearce are hiring a Tax Manager on an FTC maternity cover for 12-13 months. This role reports to EMEA Director of Tax and the key focus: is UK & EMEA direct tax compliance, US reporting, and process improvement. We are looking to have someone start by June 2026.The role:UK Corporation Tax (In-house)Prepare UK CT returns using Alphatax / ONESOURCEManage tax calendar, QIPs, and paymentsHandle HMRC queries/auditsSupport UK group relief processesEMEA Tax ComplianceCoordinate multi-country complianceManage external advisers and local finance teamsOversee tax audits across EMEAUS Tax ReportingLead quarter-end and year-end reporting for EMEA entitiesHandle reconciliations, forecasts, and US team queriesManage cash tax forecastingProcess Improvement & Automation (Key Focus)Review and redesign tax processesImplement automation tools ( Alteryx, Power Query, Excel, GenAI )Strengthen controls, documentation, and trackingTransfer PricingSupport TP documentation (local files)Coordinate annual updates with US/advisersAssist with intercompany agreements6Advisory & Additional AreasWithholding tax support (treaties, certificates)Treasury support (dividends, repatriation)Legal entity simplification projectsMonitor and support Pillar Two / OECD GloBE complianceCandidate ProfileEssential:Strong UK corporate tax compliance experience (in-house)Experience with Alphatax / ONESOURCE (or similar)Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deadlinesStrong Excel and analytical skillsExperience in process improvement/automationQualifications:ACA / ACCA / CTA (part or fully qualified)TPBN1_UKTJ