Are you an experienced tax professional looking to make a tangible impact at one of the UK’s most trusted retail brands? We are seeking a Tax Manager to support the Head of Tax in overseeing all direct and indirect tax compliance and operations for Wickes Group Plc.
Role Purpose
The Tax Manager supports the Head of Tax in overseeing all direct and indirect tax compliance and operations for Wickes Group Plc. This person deputises for the Head of Tax, manages relationships with senior internal stakeholders including the Group CFO and Group Finance Director, and liaises directly with HMRC. This person is also responsible for preparing and submitting corporation tax and VAT returns, while serving as a trusted internal advisor on tax matters across various business areas.
What you’ll be doing
* VAT Compliance: Manage end-to-end data extraction, reconciliation, and preparation of quarterly VAT returns, including posting monthly VAT corrections, maintaining control account reconciliations, managing Making Tax Digital (MTD) compliance, and filing via Alpha VAT returns.
* Corporate Tax Computations: Conduct robust financial data analysis to prepare group corporation tax computations, including detailed capital allowances analysis for a large property portfolio, preparing tax-adjusted profits, and drafting/filing returns using Alpha Corporate Tax.
* Tax Accounting & Provisioning: Calculate tax notes for annual and half-year statutory accounts, determine current and deferred tax provisions, identify temporary differences, and calculate the group’s Effective Tax Rate (ETR) under UK GAAP and IFRS.
* Cash Tax Forecasting: Track and monitor cash tax forecasting and execute quarterly instalment payments to ensure accurate, timely settlement of tax liabilities.
* Operational & Non-Corporate Tax Compliance: Oversee compliance for non-corporate taxes, review Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) returns, advise on payroll taxes and benefits‑in‑kind, support the Import Team, and provide ad‑hoc VAT advice across the business.
* HMRC Relationship Management: Support the Head of Tax in managing HMRC Business Risk Reviews, enquiries, and audits.
* General Ledger Reconciliations: Own month‑end and year‑end reconciliations for all tax accounts in the general ledger, ensuring tax paid, owed, and deferred tax balances align with HMRC liabilities and financial records and proactively investigating variances.
* Project Support: Provide proactive tax advisory support for business change and IT projects— from initial requirements gathering through to User Acceptance Testing (UAT)— ensuring tax‑compliant delivery.
What we’re looking for
* Professional qualification: CTA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent.
* 3+ years experience working in large listed business tax roles.
* Strong UK corporate tax experience.
* Demonstrable experience analysing fixed assets and capital allowances.
* Commercial mindset with strong technical tax knowledge.
* High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
* Strong communication skills and a collaborative style.
* Well organised with the ability to prioritise work.
* Proactive and hard working.
* Strong problem‑solving skills.
* Proficiency in MS Office with good Excel/Google Sheets skills.
* Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of the tax legislative environment.
* Proactive, flexible, and able to operate in a fast‑paced environment.
* Capable of providing drive and bringing passion to the role.
What can we offer you
* Fantastic learning and development opportunities and a career growth path.
* Benefits package including:
o Competitive bonus.
o Save‑as‑you‑earn scheme.
o Private Medical and Life Assurance.
o Enhanced contributory pension scheme.
o Colleague discount.
o Discount platform with savings and cash back at numerous retailers, gym membership savings, and cycle‑to‑work scheme.
o Wellbeing strategy with health and wellbeing benefits and support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, financial education & loans, and access to parental, menopause and fertility support.
* Flexible working arrangements that support work–life balance.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from disabled people and are committed to providing an accessible recruitment process and workplace for everyone. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments, please let us know here.
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