Tax Manager

Hastings Direct

. Own and be accountable for key tax activities and accurate, timely tax compliance .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeBexhill • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in UK Corporate Tax Compliance, including tax advisory projects, risk mitigation, and reporting. Proficient in automating tax processes and managing tax-related queries while effectively communicating complex tax issues to diverse stakeholders.

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UK Corporate Tax ComplianceTax Advisory ProjectsTax Risk MitigationTax ReportingWorkday Financials

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Hard Skills

Tax ComplianceTax ReportingTransfer PricingPillar II CalculationsR&D Tax CreditsCorporate Interest Restriction CalculationsSAO CertificationData AnalysisTax Process AutomationAuditor Query Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTeamwork and CollaborationProactive ApproachResults-DrivenAbility to Prioritise Workload

Tools & Technologies

Workday FinancialsCopilot

Industry Keywords

Tax Authority EnquiriesControlled Foreign CompaniesPermanent EstablishmentTax Risk MitigationContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and be accountable for key tax activities and accurate, timely tax compliance
Support the Head of Tax with commercial and value-added tax advice
Work with the Head of Tax, business teams, and external advisors on transfer pricing, permanent establishment, controlled foreign companies, financing, and restructuring projects
Support tax authority enquiries and mitigate tax risks
Improve and automate tax processes using Workday Financials and Copilot
Own UK corporate tax returns and payments, Pillar II calculations, R&D tax credits, corporate interest restriction calculations, SAO certification, and other direct tax compliance obligations
Prepare tax numbers and disclosures for quarterly group reporting and annual statutory accounts
Deal with auditors on tax queries
Manage the tax graduate through delegation, review, coaching, and development support

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrable experience in tax advisory projects, tax authority enquiries, tax risk mitigation, tax compliance, tax reporting, and auditor queries
Strong communication skills, written and verbal, including explaining complex tax issues to non-tax professionals
Ability to analyse and understand data
Continuous improvement and learning mindset
Proactive approach to work
Results-driven and able to work to tight deadlines
Ability to prioritise workload
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
Ability to work independently
Good knowledge of UK corporate tax legislation
No sponsorship available
Subject to thorough referencing, including credit and criminal record checks

Benefits

Comp & perks

£5k car allowance
Flexible hybrid working approach
Competitive bonus scheme; annual 4Cs performance bonus
Private medical insurance
Life assurance cover at 4x salary
Income protection at no extra cost
Matched pension contributions up to 10%
Discounts and cashback
Free independent mortgage advice
Free access to financial wellbeing support
Thrive mental health app
Colleague assistance programme available 24/7
In-house mental health first aiders
Support groups and dedicated mental wellbeing team
27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Option to buy or sell one week of leave
Healthcare cashback plans
Dental plans
Discounted health assessments
Cycle to work scheme
Tech schemes
Discounted and free onsite facilities
Social events throughout the year
Support, training and development