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Tax Manager
- Posted 22 April 2026
- Salary Up to £75000 per annum
- LocationLondon
- Job type Contract
- Discipline Accounting & Finance
- ReferenceTMSR_1776869126
Job description
KennedyPearce are hiring a Tax Manager on an FTC maternity cover for 12-13 months. This role reports to EMEA Director of Tax and the key focus: is UK & EMEA direct tax compliance, US reporting, and process improvement. We are looking to have someone start by June 2026.
The role:
UK Corporation Tax (In-house)
- Prepare UK CT returns using Alphatax / ONESOURCE
- Manage tax calendar, QIPs, and payments
- Handle HMRC queries/audits
- Support UK group relief processes
EMEA Tax Compliance
- Coordinate multi-country compliance
- Manage external advisers and local finance teams
- Oversee tax audits across EMEA
US Tax Reporting
- Lead quarter-end and year-end reporting for EMEA entities
- Handle reconciliations, forecasts, and US team queries
- Manage cash tax forecasting
Process Improvement & Automation (Key Focus)
- Review and redesign tax processes
- Implement automation tools (Alteryx, Power Query, Excel, GenAI)
- Strengthen controls, documentation, and tracking
Transfer Pricing
- Support TP documentation (local files)
- Coordinate annual updates with US/advisers
- Assist with intercompany agreements
6Advisory & Additional Areas
- Withholding tax support (treaties, certificates)
- Treasury support (dividends, repatriation)
- Legal entity simplification projects
- Monitor and support Pillar Two / OECD GloBE compliance
Candidate Profile
Essential:
- Strong UK corporate tax compliance experience (in-house)
- Experience with Alphatax / ONESOURCE (or similar)
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deadlines
- Strong Excel and analytical skills
- Experience in process improvement/automation
Qualifications:
- ACA / ACCA / CTA (part or fully qualified)