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In-House Tax Manager - Global FMCG Business - Reading - Hybrid, Reading
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Client:
Capital Tax Recruitment
Location:
Reading, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
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Job Views:
7
Posted:
05.05.2025
Expiry Date:
19.06.2025
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Job Description:
Join a renowned global business with a strong local presence.
This international FMCG organisation operates in over 200 countries and has a portfolio of household-name products enjoyed by consumers more than a billion times each day. With a clear commitment to sustainability, innovation, and people development, the business continues to grow while keeping purpose at the centre of everything it does. They are now looking for a talented and commercially minded Tax Manager to join their UK Head Office in Reading. This is a rare opportunity to step into a key tax leadership role within a globally respected brand - offering flexible working and strong long-term career potential.
The Role
As Tax Manager, you'll take ownership of tax compliance, reporting, and advisory work across the UK and Ireland. You'll manage external advisors and HMRC relationships, drive process improvements, and play a key role in internal controls and financial reporting.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading UK Corporation Tax processes, including Capital Allowances and CIR
* Overseeing VAT, PSA, STBV, SAO, and other tax filings for the UK and Ireland
* Ensuring timely and accurate tax payments and compliance
* Advising on VAT treatment and coding within SAP
* Leading tax-related financial reporting under US GAAP (including FAS109 and Pillar 2)
* Preparing deferred tax calculations and statutory account disclosures
* Supporting tax budgeting and forecasting processes
* Owning and ensuring the effectiveness of SOX and internal tax controls
* Driving automation and improvements in tax processes (e.g. VAT submissions)
* Acting as the main point of contact for HMRC on compliance matters
* Managing two indirect reports within an outsourced/shared service function
About You
* ACA (or equivalent) qualified with a strong accounting and tax foundation
* At least 5 years' experience in UK tax (corporation tax, VAT, customs), ideally from a Big 4 or large corporate environment
* Proficient in SAP and HFM systems
* Experienced in managing relationships with external auditors, advisors, and HMRC
* Strong communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders, including senior leadership
* Comfortable managing or overseeing offshore or outsourced teams
Why Apply
* Join a globally recognised business with a strong, purpose-driven culture
* Benefit from flexible working and a high-trust environment
* Competitive salary and benefits including bonus, healthcare, pension and more
* Genuine career progression opportunities - many senior leaders have been promoted from within
Ready to take the next step?
Send your CV in confidence to [emailprotected] to explore this opportunity further.
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