Corporate Tax Manager

Job Specification - Corporate Tax Manager



Position: Corporate Tax Manager



Location: Warwick (Hybrid - 2+ days per week in the office)



Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent



About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Corporate Tax Manager to join a team of tax specialists covering all aspects of UK taxation. This role will primarily focus on the preparation and review of tax disclosures for a portfolio of UK companies, both for consolidated IFRS group reporting and individual statutory accounts under UK GAAP.

The role offers hybrid working, with a minimum of two days per week in the Warwick office, and flexibility to accommodate individual working patterns.

• Prepare forecast tax numbers for quarterly forecast reporting and long-term business planning.

• Ensure compliance with UK Tax Policy in relation to corporate taxes, including delivery of the Corporation Tax compliance programme to meet statutory filing, payment, and regulatory obligations.

• Conduct technical research on accounting standards and tax legislation, assessing current and future impacts on tax disclosures and identifying potential benefits.

• Manage relationships with auditors on corporate tax-related matters, and coordinate with external advisers as required.

• Maintain a strong working relationship with HMRC, defending positions when necessary and influencing the development of tax law and regulations.

• Respond to and manage direct tax audits, correspondence, and enquiries from HMRC.

• Act as a trusted advisor to the business, identifying early-stage tax issues and providing practical solutions.

• Uphold robust tax governance policies and processes to minimise tax risk.

• Drive process improvements, including compliance automation and the effective use of technology solutions.

• Provide advice, training, or presentations to colleagues and stakeholders as needed.

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or Qualified Tax Accountant with relevant post-qualification experience.

• Strong technical background in UK Corporation Tax with proven experience in tax accounting and reporting.

• Experience with consolidated tax accounting is advantageous.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build effective business partnerships across a large organisation.

• Interest in automation, AI, and analytical tools (e.g. Power BI, Alteryx).

• Base salary in the region of -75,000 (dependent on experience and capability).

• Performance-based bonus (target 15%, up to 30%).

• Competitive contributory pension scheme with double employer matching (up to 12%).

• Flexible benefits including share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, matched charity giving, and access to employee assistance programmes.

• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career growth.