Taxation Manager

March Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services provider is seeking a Group Taxation Manager to oversee tax compliance and implement the Group Taxation Strategy. This role involves managing tax-related queries and leading initiatives like Group VAT registration. The ideal candidate will have project accounting experience in the engineering sector, excellent Excel skills, and relevant qualifications (ACA, CIMA, ACCA). The position offers a competitive salary and promotes employee well-being and career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Career development opportunities

Ongoing employee well-being support

Qualifications

• Preferable experience in an engineering or construction industry.
• Strong systems understanding.
• Experience implementing changes and managing processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Group’s tax compliance and reporting.
• Support preparation of corporation tax computations.
• Assist in the preparation of SAO documentation.
• Develop and implement tax policies and procedures.
• Support due diligence for acquisitions and disposals.

Skills

Experience in projects accounting

Excellent Excel skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Experience managing remote stakeholders

Ability to prioritize work

Qualified (ACA, CIMA, ACCA)

Job description

March is the leading provider of critical engineering services.

We collaborate with the businesses of today, to engineer the industries of tomorrow.

We increase output, reduce cost, save energy and cut carbon, putting ideas on the table and boots on the ground for solutions that leave a lasting impact.

We are March. And we are engineering progress.

The Group Taxation Manager will be responsible for overseeing the Group’s tax compliance, implementing the Group Taxation Strategy and managing key risks on the MARCH Group Tax Register and interfacing with external stakeholders including HMRC and professional services companies. This includes supporting the preparation of tax computations, acting as the primary point of contact for all tax-related queries, and leading initiatives such as the transition to a Group VAT registration. The role is pivotal in ensuring the group meets its SAO obligations and maintains robust tax governance

Key Responsibilities

Tax Compliance & Reporting

• Support the preparation and review of corporation tax computations and returns across the group.
• Ensure timely submission of tax filings and payments.
• Maintain accurate tax records and documentation to support SAO certification.
• Act a key point of contact in the group for any queries and liaison with HMRC.

SAO Support

• Assist in the preparation of SAO documentation and evidence.
• Work closely with finance and operational teams to ensure tax processes are documented and compliant.
• Identify and mitigate tax risks across the group.
• Lead the transition towards a Group VAT registration.
• Oversee VAT return preparation and submission.
• Provide guidance on VAT treatment for complex transactions.
• Oversee VAT, payroll taxes and CIS compliance across the MARCH Group with assistance from divisional finance staff.

Advisory & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the internal point of contact for all tax-related queries.
• Liaise with external advisors and HMRC as required.
• Provide tax input on business initiatives, contracts, and transactions.

Process Improvement & Governance

• Develop and implement tax policies and procedures.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess impact on the group.
• Support internal audits and control reviews related to tax.
• Oversee and manage the UK Corporation Tax compliance process, including working alongside third party advisors to ensure timely reporting.
• Assisting with group relief claims to ensure cashflow optimisation.

Acquisitions & Corporate Activity

• Support due diligence and structuring for acquisitions and disposals.
• Assess tax implications of corporate transactions and integration activities.
• Collaborate with legal and finance teams to ensure tax efficiency and compliance.

skills and experiences

• Preferable experience in this role within a Projects based Engineering, Construction, or facilities industry. Must have experience of projects accounting.
• Excellent Excel skills and systems understanding
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience of managing remote stakeholders and implementing group processes & procedures or change management.
• Ability to prioritise work in a fast-moving environment.
• Qualified (ACA, CIMA, ACCA)

what we offer

• A competitive salary and benefits package appropriate to this position
• An employer who values the ongoing wellbeing of its employees
• Career development within a successful and growing business

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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