Head of Tax

1 week ago

Wolverhampton, United Kingdom Sheridan Maine - Accountancy & Finance Recruitment Full time

A rare opportunity for a talented Tax Manager to bring Tax in-house - leading tax strategy and risk management, and ensuring compliance across all areas.


This could be a full-time, or a part-time role of 4 or 4.5 days per week (pro rata).


The Company

A sizable and complex business offering valued products and services with a long track record in its market, this is a popular employer with phenomenal staff retention rates and exciting growth and transformation plans in the pipeline.


The Role

This broad, and initially stand-alone role will expose you to all areas of Tax operations (including Corporate Tax, VAT, employment taxes, and CIS), and you will have a hands-on approach owning all Tax and Tax Strategy matters while also managing relationships with HMRC and external tax advisors. Responsibilities will include:


Tax Management and Compliance

• Oversee all tax-related matters, including Corporate Tax, VAT, Employment taxes, and CIS

• Develop and implement tax strategies aligned with the company's overall business objectives

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and submission of all tax returns and payments

Risk Management

• Identify, assess, and manage tax risks across the organization

• Implement and maintain robust tax control frameworks

• Support the Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) certification process

Tax Computations and Analysis

• Perform tax computations and analysis

• Provide expert advice on tax implications of business decisions and transactions

• Identify tax planning opportunities and optimise the company's tax position

Relationship Management

• Manage relationships with HMRC, ensuring open and transparent communication

• Liaise with external tax advisors and manage their engagements

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including finance, legal, and operations teams

Leadership and Team Management

• Lead and develop in-house tax expertise

• Stay updated on tax legislation changes and ensure the team's knowledge remains current

• Provide regular reports and updates to senior management on tax matters

The Person:

  • Fully ACA/ACCA/CTA qualified with at least 3 years post qualification experience in tax, including in a senior role
  • Comprehensive knowledge of UK tax legislation including Corporate Tax, VAT, Employment and CIS
  • Passionate about Tax, with a mindset of continuous learning to stay updated on Tax laws and industry best practices.
  • Proven self-starter - given the breadth of the role you may not have all the answers but you’ll need strong foundational knowledge and a proactive approach.
  • Technically very strong but commercially aware & solution-orientated.
  • Strong communicator: you can convey complex tax concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
  • Demonstrable ability to switch between the detail and bigger picture.
  • Experience with tax technology and automation tools would be highly desirable

It is recognised that many Tax professionals will have specialised within a Tax area, the employer is ready to support education and training where necessary to enhance the successful candidate's knowledge base across other tax areas.


This role offers an exciting opportunity for a tax professional to make a significant impact on the financial strategy and compliance of the business. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in shaping their role, the tax function, and indeed contributing to the company's overall success.

Hybrid working is available with 2-3 days per week required in Wolverhampton.

Base salary to £70,000p.a. with bonus, pension, PMI, 6x life cover and various other benefits.


If you’re passionate about this position or are keen to hear more, please click on “apply” as soon as possible.

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.


Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

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