Tax Manager in Oxford

Oxford Nanopore Technologies: Our goal is to bring the widest benefits to society through enabling the analysis of anything, by anyone, anywhere. The company has developed a new generation of nanopore-based sensing technology for faster, information-rich, accessible and affordable molecular analysis. The first application is DNA/RNA sequencing, and the technology is in development for the analysis of other types of molecules including proteins. The technology is used to understand and characterise the biology of humans and diseases such as cancer, plants, animals, bacteria, viruses and whole environments. With a thriving culture of ambition and strong innovation goals, Oxford Nanopore is a UK‑headquartered company with global operations and customers in more than 125 countries.

We have an opportunity for a permanent Tax Manager to join our team in Oxford supporting the group tax function and the business as it grows. The role is to manage corporate tax compliance and reporting for the global group. This is a hands‑on role in a dynamic, fast‑paced international group. This role would suit a qualified accountant or a tax specialist with a strong accounting base. We offer flexible working; however, on average, we would wish for a minimum of three days per week in the office.

• Oversight of corporate tax compliance process (outsourced) for the UK group and overseas subsidiaries; this involves managing filing and payment deadlines, liaising with the finance team to collate and deliver relevant data, making sure appropriate information is provided to advisors in good time and reviewing tax returns before submission.
• Assisting with aspects of corporate tax compliance (e.g. our R&D tax credit claim, where commercial understanding and extensive detailed tax analysis is required).
• Managing aspects of year‑end and interim group tax external reporting; areas of responsibility could include planning, liaising with finance team / advisors / auditors, completing tax workbooks and preparing disclosures.
• Managing transfer pricing compliance for the group; this involves managing requirements and deadlines, preparing transfer pricing master file and local files for relevant territories and reviewing transfer pricing calculations.
• Identifying process‑improvement opportunities and driving process excellence (including the use of technology, where appropriate).
• Involvement in tax‑related monthly management reporting (including balance sheet reconciliations, journal preparation and presentations).
• Tax administration activities (such as managing external advisor quotes, invoices, budgeting and accruals, raising purchase orders, filing tax authority correspondence etc.).
• Arranging the preparation of tax‑related forms and other returns (such as certificates of residency, withholding tax returns etc.).
• Involvement with ad‑hoc tax research and projects (e.g. in relation to global expansion, patent box, tax efficiency and transfer pricing) which arise frequently in this rapidly growing group and the increasingly demanding compliance and governance environment.
• Assisting with group tax enquiries, as required.
• Managing personal development, keeping abreast of relevant tax law changes etc.

• Qualified accountant and tax specialist, with a minimum of 3 years post‑qualified tax experience.
• Good understanding of tax accounting and basic double‑entry bookkeeping.
• Strong attention to detail and a conscientious approach, being able to critically review your own work to minimise errors and highlight areas of uncertainty.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
• Ability to prioritise and work well under pressure, with good levels of judgement and pragmatism.
• Self‑motivated and proactive approach to work with a drive to improve current processes and create efficiencies.
• Confident communications skills (both written and verbal).
• Ability to utilise technology effectively and proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel (e.g. familiar with Pivot tables and formulae such as SUM, LOOKUP, IF etc.).
• A team‑player who can collaborate effectively with the capability of working independently.
• Ability to delegate and develop team members.

• Experience working in industry.
• Experience working in/with listed businesses.
• Experience in D365 accounting (or equivalent) software.
• Experience, or a particular interest, in tax technology and automation.
• Experience, or a particular interest, in Biotechnology businesses.

We offer outstanding benefits, including an attractive bonus, generous pension contributions, private healthcare and an excellent starting salary. Based within beautiful, landscaped surroundings with tree‑lined walks, water features, and a lake, all of which make for a wonderful working environment.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job.