Head of Taxation & Customs
South Wales Competitive Executive Salary + Bonus + Benefits Full-Time Permanent
Introduction
Acorn by Synergie is recruiting an experienced Head of Taxation & Customs to lead a UK tax function during a significant period of business transformation and investment.
Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, this is a strategic leadership position responsible for shaping tax strategy, optimising cash performance, managing tax risk and ensuring compliance across a complex and evolving regulatory landscape.
Leading a team of 10 tax professionals, including four direct reports, you will play a critical role in supporting major business transformation programmes, process optimisation initiatives and digital tax developments.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a commercially minded tax leader to influence business strategy at the highest level while driving operational excellence across direct and indirect taxation.
Key Duties
* Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing team of tax specialists.
* Build a future-focused tax function aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
* Take overall accountability for all internal and external tax activities and deliverables.
* Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and professional development.
* Develop and implement the UK tax strategy to support business growth and operational objectives.
* Manage the organisation's tax risk profile and ensure robust governance processes are maintained.
* Maintain strong working relationships with HMRC and other regulatory bodies.
* Lead Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) compliance and tax governance frameworks.
* Oversee all UK tax compliance, reporting, forecasting and payment obligations.
* Support the business in navigating increasingly complex customs and international trade requirements.
Requirements
* Extensive senior-level tax experience within a large corporate, multinational, manufacturing, industrial or complex business environment.
* Strong technical expertise across both direct and indirect taxation.
* Detailed knowledge of UK tax legislation and international tax frameworks.
* Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and deliver strategic tax outcomes.
* Experience leading tax transformation, automation and process improvement initiatives.
* Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance compliance, risk management and business objectives.
* Excellent leadership skills with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
* Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management capabilities.
* Ability to navigate complex regulatory and organisational change.
Qualifications
* Chartered Accountant (ICAEW, ACCA or equivalent) and/or Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA).
* Professional membership with a recognised accounting or tax body.
* Degree-qualified or equivalent professional experience.
What We Offer
* Competitive executive salary.
* Performance-related bonus.
* Comprehensive benefits package.
* Opportunity to lead a critical function during a major period of business transformation and investment.
* Exposure to senior executive leadership and strategic decision-making.
* Opportunity to shape tax strategy within a complex and evolving organisation.
* Long-term career development and progression opportunities.
Interested?
If you are an experienced tax leader looking for a strategic senior leadership opportunity, apply now with your up-to-date CV or contact Acorn by Synergie for a confidential discussion.
Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
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