Interim Tax Manager in Stoke-on-Trent

A leading organisation seeks an Interim Tax Manager to join its expanding team at a pivotal stage. Following record results and digital growth, it operates across Retail Solutions with a presence in numerous countries including the UK, Europe, and the US. Based in Staffordshire, the role offers collaboration with expert tax specialists, exposure to global operations, and a chance to contribute within a flexible, growth-focused organisation.

As Interim Tax Manager, you will support global tax compliance across all countries. Responsibilities include:

• Preparing UK corporation tax returns, managing group relief, supporting R&D claims, handling cross-border filings, and overseeing intercompany transactions.
• Liaising with international advisors and tax authorities, assisting with US GAAP reporting and US tax payments, and ensuring VAT and PAYE compliance.
• Preparing UK Corporation Tax Returns along with Group Relief and CIR Returns, ensuring accuracy and timely submission in accordance with statutory requirements.
• Assisting with the annual R&D Claim process by gathering relevant data and collaborating with internal stakeholders to maximise claims.
• Highlighting tax implications of cross-border royalty and licensing fees, completing necessary filings promptly to maintain compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Managing permanent establishment considerations and expat taxes for affected employees, liaising closely with HR and payroll teams.
• Coordinating with overseas tax advisors to ensure accurate and timely tax filings for branches and subsidiaries outside the UK.
• Monitoring intercompany transactions diligently, maintaining comprehensive supporting records for audit purposes.
• Engaging proactively with tax authorities in each country where the group operates, addressing queries and facilitating smooth communication.
• Collaborating with external tax advisors to prepare tax accounting entries for UK statutory accounts as well as quarterly USGAAP reporting.
• Supporting all US tax payments for the group including State taxes and Franchise tax, ensuring deadlines are met without exception.

To succeed as Interim Tax Manager, you will bring strong technical expertise in UK and US corporation tax, with hands-on experience in international tax matters, including transfer pricing, and knowledge of PAYE and VAT. You will manage complex compliance with accuracy, maintain audit-ready records, and communicate effectively with stakeholders. Highly organised and adaptable, you meet deadlines under pressure while balancing independent work with team collaboration, supported by strong commercial awareness.

Requirements:

• CTA Qualified status is essential for this role, demonstrating your expertise in taxation principles.
• At least five years' experience working in a tax environment is required, ideally with significant international exposure.
• Excellent knowledge and practical experience of UK & US Corporation Tax, including transfer pricing and withholding tax is vital for success.
• Working knowledge of PAYE and VAT is necessary to ensure comprehensive compliance across all areas of responsibility.
• Experience of US tax is essential; familiarity with international accounting standards such as USGAAP is highly desirable.
• Previous experience using Alphatax software would be beneficial but is not mandatory for consideration.
• A best practice mindset enables you to adapt quickly and prioritise tasks effectively within a fast-moving environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills allow you to convey complex information clearly at all levels of the organisation.
• The ability to build relationships collaboratively ensures positive outcomes when influencing others or working within teams.
• Demonstrable business acumen combined with high attention to detail supports solutions-oriented approaches throughout your work.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.