Head of Tax | London, UK

Head of Tax Alfa is seeking to appoint a Head of Tax, a senior member of the group\’s Finance team, replacing the retiring incumbent at the end of 2025. The role reports directly to the group\’s CFO and oversees all tax-related matters, including strategy, planning, and compliance. About Alfa Alfa is a UK-based group with operations in the USA, Australia, and New Zealand. Its core activity is the \’Alfa Systems\’ software, a leading SaaS platform for asset finance companies worldwide. With over 35 years of supporting major global companies, Alfa is committed to innovation and growth. As a Gold accredited Investor in People, Alfa fosters an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We provide the technology and opportunities; all we need is you! Key Responsibilities: Corporate Tax Advisory: Manage international tax strategy and transfer pricing, ensuring compliance and documentation. Advise on tax implications of client contracts and business expansion into new markets. Indirect Taxes: Oversee VAT, US sales tax compliance, and advise on indirect tax implications. Employer/Employee Tax Issues: Serve as a key consultant on employment tax matters. Compliance: Oversee tax compliance across all taxes, liaising with external advisors and authorities. Reporting: Manage tax disclosures for group and local accounts, contribute to budgeting, and liaise with auditors. Systems & Risk Management: Maintain tax governance, document processes, and manage tax risks. Tax Function Profile: Promote the value of tax across stakeholders and ensure compliance with information security policies. Payroll (potentially reporting elsewhere): Manage payroll processes, software review, and integration with Workday. Team: Supervise the EMEA Payroll Manager and collaborate with the finance team and external advisors. Candidate Profile: Minimum 10 years post-qualification tax experience, practice and industry. Strong understanding of UK and international direct tax issues. Experience with US subsidiaries, state tax, and sales tax. Knowledge of indirect taxes and employment tax issues. Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Experience managing external advisors. Desirable (not critical): Experience in professional services, tech sector, or publicly listed companies. Exposure to Treasury operations. What We Offer: Flexible hybrid working. 27 days\’ annual leave plus holidays and cultural days. Pension contributions up to 6%. Private health and online GP access. Family-friendly leave policies. Income protection, life, disability, and travel insurance. Interest-free loans after probation. Health and wellbeing programs. #J-18808-Ljbffr