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Group Tax Manager - Remote & Hybrid working
Online and in-stores across the country, our experts are bringing customers’ dreams to life. To continue being the best at what we do, we need the very best people. The big dreamers, go-getters and team players who thrive in fast-paced, high-energy environments.
With over 30 years at the forefront of an ever-evolving industry, we’re always looking for new ways to improve. Embracing new ideas and offering flexible solutions, both digitally and in-store to delight our customers, enhance their shopping experience and inspire our colleagues. And our work is only just beginning.
Nestware Holdings, a leading investor in the UK and Europe's premier flooring brands such as Carpetright, Trade Choice, Flooring Supplies, Flooring Megastore, the Floor Room, and UK Flooring Direct, is seeking a **Group Tax Manager** to spearhead our tax strategy across all brands. This pivotal role, based within our dynamic Group Finance Team, offers a blend of remote and office-based work, providing flexibility and integration into our supportive corporate family.
It’s not all number crunching in the finance department. We’re here to support each area of the business, ensuring they have the right data to make the best decisions. We’re right up there with the latest systems and analytics, not to mention our first-class training and apprenticeships. So, if you’re looking to fast forward your career in finance, this is the place to be.
Group Tax Manager – Hybrid/Remote - Permanent
We are seeking a highly skilled Tax Manager to join our Group Finance Team. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, this individual will play a critical role in tax reporting, compliance, planning, and assurance. The Tax Manager will be responsible for ensuring excellence in Group-wide tax reporting and planning, with 90% of the role being focused on tax and 10% on accounting.
Key responsibilities include:
- Preparation of group corporate tax computations and returns
- Responding to queries from the business and HMRC
- Overseeing VAT processes and ensuring timely and accurate returns
- Monitoring transactional VAT compliance and implementing change where required
- Overseeing SAO reporting and implementing identified improvements
- Assisting with research and implementation of tax planning projects
- Preparation of tax entries for full-year Group consolidated accounts and UK statutory accounts
- Assisting with the review of procedures and controls across all relevant UK taxes
- Assisting with the implementation and maintenance of the Group's transfer pricing policies
- Providing support to the business to advise on tax issues affecting new contracts and trading opportunities and suggesting potential solutions or alternatives
The successful candidate will have:
- A minimum of 2 years' practical UK tax experience gained in either practice or industry – ideally retail sector but not essential.
- A good understanding of financial accounting and ideally have had exposure to multi-national consolidations
- A strong understanding of UK tax legislation, IAS 12, deferred tax, and a good understanding of IFRS, FRS 101, and old UK GAAP.
- Qualified ACA/ACCA or CIOT
- Strong communication skills and the ability to deal with internal and external stakeholders in a credible and articulate manner.
- A team player who values structure and process with a practical mindset.
- A hands-on approach with high visibility within the business.
N.B This role is remote working with a requirement to attend the office once a fortnight/month when needed. Please get in touch if you require more information on this.
If you have the skills and experience we are looking for, we invite you to submit your application today. We welcome candidates from either a direct or indirect tax background.
Join us on our mission to deliver the best , and in return we’ll give you all the support and training you need to learn new skills, take on more responsibility and become the very best at what you do.