Shape Tax Strategy and Compliance Across a Complex European Business
Role Overview
As Senior Tax Manager, you'll play a key role in managing the tax affairs of Sofina Foods Europe's operations, supporting the Head of Tax & Treasury across compliance, reporting, business partnering and tax risk management activities.
This is a broad and highly visible role that combines technical tax expertise with commercial influence. You'll work closely with Finance, Treasury, Legal, HR, Procurement and Commercial teams across multiple European jurisdictions, providing practical advice that supports business decisions while ensuring strong governance and compliance.
This role will be based in Leeds, West Yorkshire at our new European HQ, with travel across the UK
Key Duties
From overseeing tax reporting and managing international tax matters to supporting strategic projects and driving process improvements, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced tax professional looking to make a significant impact within a multinational organisation.
You will:
- Lead corporate and indirect tax compliance activities across multiple European jurisdictions.
- Coordinate local finance teams and external advisers to ensure accurate and timely tax filings and payments.
- Manage tax reporting, including current and deferred tax calculations, disclosures and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Review tax forecasts and support financial planning activities.
- Support external audits, tax authority enquiries and compliance reviews.
- Drive improvements in tax processes, controls and reporting systems.
- Manage European transfer pricing compliance and documentation.
- Support the business in responding to international tax developments, including Pillar Two requirements.
- Provide practical tax advice on business initiatives, transactions, imports, exports and cross-border activities.
- Partner with Treasury, HR, Legal and Finance teams on financing, employment tax and international mobility matters.
- Support the development and implementation of the Group's tax governance framework.
- Maintain and develop tax risk management processes, controls and reporting.
- Build strong relationships across the organisation and help promote early engagement with the tax function.
- Coach and support colleagues, providing technical expertise and guidance where required.
Ideal Candidate
We're looking for a commercially minded tax professional who combines strong technical expertise with the ability to build relationships and provide pragmatic business-focused advice.
You will have:
- A recognised professional tax qualification.
- Significant post-qualification tax experience gained within industry, professional services or a combination of both.
- Experience managing tax matters across multiple European jurisdictions.
- Strong knowledge of corporate tax, indirect tax and tax reporting requirements.
- Experience managing external advisers, tax authority enquiries and audits.
- Strong understanding of tax governance, controls and compliance frameworks.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- The ability to explain complex tax issues in a practical and commercially relevant way.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- A proactive approach with a continuous improvement mindset.
- The ability to work independently while recognising when escalation or collaboration is required.
It would be advantageous if you also have:
- An accounting qualification.
- Experience working within a multinational organisation.
- Knowledge of customs duties and/or employment taxes.
- Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.\>li>
- Exposure to transfer pricing and international tax developments within a large corporate environment.
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing international business where you'll have exposure to a diverse range of tax matters across multiple European markets. You'll play a key role in supporting strategic decision-making, strengthening governance and ensuring the business remains well-positioned to manage an evolving tax landscape.
Working closely with senior leaders and stakeholders across the business, you'll have the opportunity to influence important commercial decisions while continuing to develop your technical and leadership expertise.
About Sofina
Sofina Foods is more than just a food company. It’s a place where you can grow your career, learn new skills, and make a positive impact.
With a wide range of meat and seafood products that delight consumers worldwide, Sofina Foods is always looking for talented and passionate people to join its team of over 13,000 employees across 40 sites in Canada and Europe.
At Sofina Foods, you will be part of a culture that values innovation, quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. You will work with diverse and delicious products that are sourced responsibly and sustainably from over 50 different protein sources from 5 continents.
Our vision is to be the most successful food company in the world. If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting career in the food sector, Sofina Foods is the place for you.
Equal Opportunities
Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation
Senior Tax Manager in Leeds employer: Sofina Foods Europe
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