At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage UK corporate tax compliance and oversee European VAT matters.
- Company: Join the Wonderfield Group, part of Zensho Holdings, a global food service leader.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, annual bonuses, and comprehensive wellbeing support.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with exposure to multiple European markets.
- Why this job: Shape tax processes in a fast-paced international environment with growth opportunities.
- Qualifications: Tax experience, strong UK corporate tax knowledge, and relevant qualifications required.
The Wonderfield Group has recently been purchased by Zensho Holdings, the leading food service company in Japan with a market cap of $5.5b and whose aim is to become the world's largest food company, a position from which we can eradicate hunger and poverty from around the globe. We operate restaurants, factories, and thousands of sushi kiosks and have recently built a successful cut fruit business, Snowfruit. Combining this with the three businesses previously owned by Zensho, AFC, Sushi Circle and Sushi Take, results in annual sales of $2.5b and Ebitda in excess of $140m a year with an ambitious growth trajectory.
About You: You’ll be a technically strong and commercially aware tax professional who enjoys working collaboratively within a fast-paced international environment. You’ll be confident managing multiple priorities, building strong stakeholder relationships and providing clear, practical tax guidance across the business.
You will need to have:
- Tax experience gained in industry, practice or both.
- Strong UK corporate tax knowledge.
- European VAT experience is highly desirable.
- CTA, ACA or ACCA qualified, or qualified by experience.
- Strong attention to detail and a collaborative approach.
- Confident communication skills with the ability to explain technical matters clearly.
Key Responsibilities: This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing international business where you will work closely with senior stakeholders, gain exposure across multiple European markets and play a key role in shaping tax processes and governance within the Group.
- Managing UK corporate tax compliance, reporting and payments.
- Overseeing European VAT matters, including returns, audits and tax authority queries.
- Supporting business projects and transactions with tax analysis and guidance.
- Assisting with transfer pricing processes and external advisor management.
- Supporting tax governance, controls and risk management across the Group.
- Partnering with finance teams across the UK and Europe.
- Supporting process improvement.
We're proud to offer: Brilliant support services designed to enhance your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Annual discretionary bonus subject to business and overall performance. Discretionary Life Assurance. Discretionary Income Protection. Group Personal Pension. Private Medical Cash Plan. Bespoke reward platform including access to retail, cinema.
Tax Manager employer: Wonderfield Group
The Wonderfield Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment that prioritises employee growth and wellbeing. With a strong focus on sustainability and innovative food solutions, employees can thrive in a culture that values collaboration and creativity while enjoying benefits like hybrid working, career development opportunities, and generous discounts. Join us in our mission to make a meaningful impact in the food industry and beyond.
