Head of Tax
1 month ago
At Cadent we're excited to be part of the future of UK energy We've got a clear roadmap that will drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050.
We're making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together we're shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers whom we put at the heart of everything we do.
About the role:
Cadent Gas Ltd is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Tax to lead our Tax team. This key leadership role involves managing, reporting, and advising on all tax-related matters for Cadent and the broader Quadgas group.
The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in tax accounting and demonstrate a proven track record in managing tax functions within a corporate environment. This role requires a strategic thinker with the ability to navigate complex tax regulations and provide insightful guidance to senior stakeholders.
What you'll get to work on:- Managing the provision of corporation tax disclosures for the Group's statutory and regulatory accounts including submissions to our economic regulator.
- Preparation and submission of corporation tax returns, negotiating tax positions to be adopted with advisors as necessary.
- Oversee the preparation and submission of the Group's VAT return and annual PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA) including the monitoring and assurance of key employment tax risk areas.
- Targeting cost savings within the parameters of the tax strategy and risk appetite of the group through maximising available tax reliefs on capital expenditure and R&D spend.
- Control tax risk and manage the annual Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) process.
- Lead on education and training of key business units on relevant tax matters
- Providing management information in respect of the Company's tax liabilities (Budgets, forecasts etc.)
- Take a lead role in routine interactions with HMRC
- Proactively planning ahead to identify opportunities and risks, developing and implementing plans to respond ensuring best outcomes for the group, and actively participating in sector specific and cross-industry working groups to seek out and apply best practices.
- Supporting and developing a team of 3 tax professionals
Qualifications
- Recognised accountancy qualification
- Additional tax qualifications (i.e. ATT/CTA).
Practical Experience
- Detailed knowledge of direct taxation in particular capital allowances legislation
- Ability to understand and assimilate the impact of tax law changes and communicate these to stakeholders
- Detailed understanding of the regulatory framework in which Cadent operates
- Working knowledge of employment and indirect taxes
- Well organised to be able to meet tight statutory deadlines and excellent influencing skills with strong written and verbal communication skills
- Has an understanding of business systems and processes and the operation of controls within those systems
- Negotiating experience with HMRC.
What's In It For You
Here at Cadent, we are committed to supporting our employees to get the best out of themselves. For this role in particular we can offer:
Funding and support towards completing qualifications
Ample opportunity for progression within the business
Mentoring and guidance opportunities
Why Join Us
We offer a host of benefits to suit your lifestyle and support your well-being. These include:
- 25 days' holiday, plus 8 statutory days and an option to buy or sell holiday days
- An Annual Performance Bonus of up to 20% of your salary
- Private Medical Insurance for you, with the chance to add your partner or family through MyChoices, our flexible benefits programme
- A company car allowance
- A competitive salary that's reviewed each year against the market median salary for your role, skills, knowledge and experience
- A generous pension scheme where the company double matches your contributions up to 12% i.e. if you contribute 6% a month, the company will contribute 12%
- MyChoices benefits like bicycles, salary sacrifice cars and healthcare that you can pick and choose from. You could get a better deal than you would on the high street and make tax and National Insurance savings
- A free Employee Assistance Line where you can get support and advice on any of the challenges you're facing, completely confidentially
- Support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, course fees, books, examination fees and time off for study leave - so long as it's relevant to your role
- A Matched Giving scheme where the Company will match any funds raised by permanent employees for registered charities up to £400 each year
- The chance to say thank you to one another when you've done a good job through our Cadent Congratulates Scheme
Plus many more benefits that help you join the dots between your work and home life
We want our employees to achieve a healthy work-life balance and are happy to discuss flexible working options with you if the role can accommodate it. Let us know about your flexibility requirements, whether that be reduced hours, remote working, flexible start/finish times, or compressed hours, and we will be more than happy to explore what's possible for the role.
Diversity and Inclusion
Don't meet every single requirement listed?
Understanding, learning, and celebrating what makes us different, as well as what we have in common, is good for us as individuals and enables us to work better together as one team. Cadent is committed to being an equitable and diverse employer that fosters an inclusive culture for all our employees, therefore, all our employment decisions are assessed based on qualifications, merit, and business need. So, if you're excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application - You may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent.
As a recognised Disability Confident Employer, we are proud to champion inclusion in the workplace and ensure to provide an environment that is accessible to all and supports individuals throughout their journey with Cadent. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process.
We place great importance on equity, diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Our employee communities Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive (disability) and the Cadent Military Community can't wait to welcome you
Circle Back Initiative
As an active and proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we aim to ensure that all candidates receive a response to their application, regardless of the outcome.
We will be receiving applications until the specified date above, though Cadent retains the right to close this vacancy early without prior notification, so it is advisable to complete your application at your earliest convenience.
Be part of something big. Help shape the future of gas for generations to come.
What's next?
To be considered for this role, please submit your application with an up-to-date CV and our Talent Acquisition team will get in touch soon.
To learn more about Cadent and what we do, visit our website at Home | Cadent (cadentgas.com)
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