Acturis is the UK’s leading Software-as-a-Service provider for general insurance. Founded in 2000, we have grown exponentially over the past 20 years. To date, more than 95,000 individuals in over 40 countries use Acturis solutions to power their business, and our platform manages over £10bn worth of transactions every year. By working closely with brokers, insurers, and MGAs, we have helped to create and shape the insurance market of today.
WHY JOIN THE ACTURIS TEAM?
At Acturis, we invest in recruiting, developing, and promoting talent. With us, you will:
* Work with a talented, motivated, and friendly group of like-minded colleagues
* Be supported and encouraged to develop your skills and knowledge through structured training and coaching from experienced colleagues
* Receive written constructive performance feedback and encouragement every quarter so that you know how to improve
* Be given real responsibility for your own projects as soon as you are ready
* Receive a competitive salary and annual performance-based reviews
* Benefit from private health insurance, disability cover, and a company pension scheme
* Enjoy Hybrid Working, with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week
THE POSITION
We have an exciting opportunity for a recently qualified Tax Manager to join our company in a newly created role.
Reporting to the Head of Tax and Treasury, the Tax and Treasury Manager will contribute significantly to our financial operations. You will work alongside a talented team to deliver high-quality financial reporting and support ad-hoc projects.
Key Responsibilities:
* Compliance:
o Manage and review tax-related returns for all companies across the group.
o Prepare or review various returns and forms including but not limited to: DTTP2, PSA, CT61, CIR, Class 1A, VAT, VAT registration, corporation tax, Employment Related Security, etc.
o Manage tax compliance processes, ensuring timely and accurate filing of tax returns.
o Liaise with tax authorities, external tax advisors, and auditors on tax-related matters.
o Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the company, ensuring proactive management of tax risks.
o Undertake complex tax calculations and research to support UK and non-UK tax queries and group tax compliance.
o Audit tax support including the preparation of group tax reconciliation, management of group company tax reconciliations, and resolving tax-related accounting queries.
o Undertake deferred tax calculations and deferred tax accounting.
* Projects:
o Identify and implement tax planning opportunities to optimize the companys tax position while ensuring compliance with all tax laws.
o Assist in developing and implementing transfer pricing policies and documentation where applicable.
o Serve as the transfer pricing (TP) subject matter expert, supporting other group companies on their TP needs.
o Work closely with finance, legal, and other departments to integrate tax considerations into business/project decisions.
o Drive continuous improvement in tax processes, documentation, and controls.
* Treasury:
o Manage online banking and related tasks such as account opening and service setup.
o Manage credit cards and associated portals.
o Review cash summaries.
o Manage inter-company loans, including ensuring legal support, drafting loan agreements, and maintaining compliance.
Candidate Experience/Profile
* Recently CA/ACA/ACCA/CIMA and CTA qualified with 1–2 years PQE.
* Proven experience across various taxes, focusing on planning and advisory services.
* Experience with deferred tax and familiarity with transfer pricing.
* A current manager with technical expertise and project management experience.
* Self-starter, comfortable working independently after research.
* Experience working with high-performing, ambitious teams.
* Excellent MS Office skills, especially Excel & PowerPoint.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to meet tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.
* Flexibility to accommodate colleagues’ working hours in different time zones and support business needs.
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