Indirect Tax Manager, EMEA in Chester

Indirect Tax Manager, EMEA Location Chester, North West England (Hybrid – 2–3 days per week in office) Languages Fluent in English. Additional European languages are a bonus, but not a requirement The Company Our client is a global, high growth organisation, successfully operating across multiple EMEA jurisdictions. The Role of the EMEA Tax Manager Reporting into senior finance leadership, they now wish to hire an Indirect Tax Manager for their EMEA markets. The role will manage indirect tax compliance and risk across multiple EMEA jurisdictions. You will combine hands-on technical delivery with stakeholder management, team leadership, advisory support and continuous improvement. You will be part of a collaborative, international tax team influencing how indirect tax compliance is delivered. Working closely with local finance teams and external advisers to keep compliance sharp and processes running smoothly, your key responsibilities will include: * Manage indirect tax risks by ensuring accurate returns, timely filings, and effective handling of enquiries and audits from local tax authorities. * Prepare and review indirect tax returns for multiple jurisdictions across the EMEA region. * Conduct General Ledger account reconciliations to support accurate indirect tax reporting. * Prepare detailed VAT packs that support tax returns and demonstrate compliance with local regulations. * Manage the process for raising VAT payments and submitting VAT reclaims. * Liaise with local markets and finance functions to explain, validate and agree indirect tax returns. * Lead, coach and develop junior professionals to support the timely and accurate production of tax returns. * Monitor local regulatory changes and clearly communicate their impact on indirect tax compliance. * Prepare indirect tax budgets and provide accurate forecasts to support tax planning. * Provide ad hoc indirect tax advisory support when supply chain changes arise, helping the business maintain compliance and optimise tax efficiency. * Collaborate with internal teams, including Order to Cash and Accounts Payable, to support efficient end-to-end indirect tax processes. * Drive process improvement and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency, control and accuracy. Skills & Experience Required * Fluent in English. Additional European languages are a bonus, but not a requirement * Be a qualified accountant and/or chartered tax adviser (CTA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent) * Demonstrable indirect tax/VAT compliance experience. * Experience preparing and reviewing returns, reconciliations and supporting VAT packs. * Can confidently managing tax authority enquiries, audits, payments and reclaims. * Strong stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to explain technical matters clearly to local markets and finance teams. * People leadership or coaching experience, with a commitment to developing junior colleagues. * Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines. * Familiarity with OneSource Indirect Tax software and SAP is preferred (but not required) Salary and Benefits Competitive salary Package: Up to £75,000 - £95,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Benefits include: Long Term Incentive Plan eligibility Private family healthcare Attractive pension scheme Hybrid working model (50% home / 50% office) 26 days holiday plus bank holidays and festive shutdown Career development and qualification support Modern office facilities with onsite benefits and parking How to Apply This is a standout opportunity for an ambitious international tax professional to deepen your EMEA indirect tax expertise, lead and develop others, influence stakeholders across the business, and shape more standardised and automated ways of working within global tax. Send your CV to Jonathan Grimes