AddressRole:Corporate Tax Manager
Location: Blackburn, BB1 2FA – Office Based
Hours: Full-Time / Permanent
Salary: £57,475 - £67,925 (Dependent on experience) & Bonus Scheme
Company: EG Group
About the role…
Our Finance Team have an opportunity available for a Corporate Tax Manager! Having experienced significant growth over recent years, we are now looking to expand our existing tax team. The role provides an opportunity to join one of the fastest growing businesses in the UK, giving the candidate exposure to a broad range of UK and international Corporate Tax matters within a supportive and dynamic team with excellent opportunities for future progression.
Reporting to the Corporate Tax Director and based in Blackburn this position will play a pivotal role in supporting the business with its Corporate Tax obligations. The ideal candidate will be ACA/CTA qualified with compliance and reporting experience gained in a Big 4 accountancy firm, as well as some knowledge of international groups.
The day-to-day role will be to provide assistance with managing the group Corporate Tax compliance process, including quarterly and annual group reporting, UK financial statement tax disclosures and corporate interest restriction calculations. The role will also include managing and supporting on a variety of other Corporate Tax matters such as maintaining the group tax risk framework, transfer pricing, country-by country reporting, CFC reviews and supporting on M&A transactions, as well as a host of other international matters.
Duties and Responsibilities
Collaborate with finance teams in all jurisdictions to provide details on accounting processes and transactions
Build and maintain relationships with key finance personnel across the business
Preparation of quarterly/year end group tax disclosures in IFRS
Supporting the Corporate Tax director on broader tax projects such as group debt restructuring, M&A transactions and post-acquisition restructuring
Ongoing maintenance and improvements to existing tax controls and tax risk frameworks
Oversee compliance process for non UK entities to ensure that deadlines are being met by finance personnel and assist with any tax related queries
Working with external advisers on the production of UK corporate income tax computations including preparation of UK capital allowances analysis, detailed review of tax treatment of transaction fees, and review of the corporate interest restriction calculation
Provide support with other Corporate Tax matters as required and ensuring ongoing compliance with the groups Corporate Tax compliance obligations
This list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time.
Candidate Requirements
ACA and/or CTA qualified
Big 4 Experience would be preferred
Corporate Tax experience for large companies & consolidated groups, which includes tax accounting and compliance
Exposure to financial reporting under IFRS
A strong UK Tax technical skill set
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks
IT literate with advanced Excel skills
Exposure to International Tax matters would be beneficial
Ability to adapt and respond to on-going change in business
Ability to work well under pressure
Excellent communication skills
Benefits & Rewards
Performance Based Bonus Scheme
Employee Life Assurance
EG Group Discounts - up to 15% off at our stores and food to go restaurants
ASDA Discount Card – 10% off all ASDA stores
EG Cares Benefits - exclusive discounts across 900 retailers
Smart Health – 24/7 online GP access, health checks and health and wellbeing support
Employee Assistance Programme – access to our Wellbeing Centre which offers emotional & practical support including free financial advice
Learning & Development – access to our Learning Hub, the most extensive online course library in the world to support you with every step of your career at EG Group
Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices
Free Secure Car Parking
Dress Down Fridays
Flexi-Time
Prayer and Ablution Facilities
Cycle to Work / Shower Facilities
Sit / Stand Desk Facilities
Work Anniversary Rewards
Free Eye Test
Who are EG Group?
EG Group is one of the world’s leading independent convenience retailers with an extensive network of sites across international markets in the United Kingdom & Ireland, Continental Europe, Australia and the United States of America.
Founded in 2001 by the Issa family with the acquisition of a single site in the UK, today the company is at the forefront of delivering an innovative approach to forecourt convenience retail.
At EG Group, we pride ourselves on being recognised for our investment model, trading performance and more importantly, providing a best-in-class customer experience in Grocery & Merchandise, Foodservice and Fuel.
Our transformational convenience retail business model has been built upon excellent relationships with an extensive portfolio of leading retail brands, and through strategic network acquisitions supported by a program of new-to-industry developments.
Every day, our committed workforce tirelessly delivers our products and services to millions of customers alongside supporting the local communities in which we operate.
Please note - the successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check which will be funded by EG Group.
