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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