A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Indirect Tax Manager to play a key role in managing indirect tax compliance and advisory activities across UK and Ireland operations.
This role offers the chance to shape indirect tax processes, support business decisions, and help drive compliance and efficiency improvements, all within a supportive and well-established tax team.
What You'll Be Doing
Lead indirect tax compliance and reporting processes across multiple jurisdictions including the UK, Ireland, and Channel Islands
Ensure timely and accurate submission of VAT and indirect tax returns
Manage and mentor a small team of Tax Accountants, supporting their development and performance
Provide proactive advice on the indirect tax impact of commercial decisions, acting as a trusted advisor to finance and operational teams
Drive improvements to tax processes and systems, enhancing efficiency and accuracy
Collaborate with internal systems and finance teams to ensure integrity of tax data within core financial systems
Identify, assess, and mitigate areas of indirect tax risk
Support and manage responses to audits or enquiries from tax authorities
Monitor and interpret changes in tax legislation and advise on implications for the business
What You'll Bring
Strong technical knowledge across all areas of indirect tax
Experience in a complex commercial environment; retail sector experience is a plus
Understanding of VAT within bespoke or sector-specific schemes
Good grasp of accounting fundamentals and how they relate to tax
Comfortable working within large or matrixed organisations
Proficiency in using SAP and Excel for tax and financial reporting
A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and compliance
Experience engaging with HMRC or other tax authorities
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Ability to lead projects and deliver results independently
A collaborative approach with the confidence to influence at all levels
This is a high-impact role in a collaborative team environment - ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of compliance, advisory, and transformation work