Head of Tax Compliance and Tax Reporting

Head of Tax Compliance & Tax Reporting London - Hybrid £125-145,000 + Bonus + Package We are supporting a listed group on a Head of hire. This role will see you lead on all aspects of the tax compliance, tax accounting, and tax reporting function across a complex, multi-jurisdictional business. Tax Compliance

• Lead the preparation, review, and submission of all corporate tax, partnership, withholding tax, VAT/GST, employment tax, and other applicable tax filings.
• Ensure all tax returns, payments, elections, and statutory obligations are completed accurately and on time.
• Oversee external tax advisors and compliance providers across multiple jurisdictions.
• Manage the annual tax compliance calendar and ensure adherence to all deadlines.
• Monitor developments in tax legislation and assess implications for the business. Tax Reporting & Tax Accounting
• Lead quarterly and annual tax reporting processes.
• Own the calculation and review of current and deferred tax provisions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards.
• Prepare tax disclosures for statutory accounts, group reporting packs, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Partner with Finance to ensure tax balances are accurately reflected in financial statements.
• Provide tax forecasting and effective tax rate analysis for budgeting and planning processes. Governance, Controls & Risk Management
• Develop and maintain a robust tax control framework.
• Ensure compliance with Senior Accounting Officer (SAO), Corporate Criminal Offence (CCO), transfer pricing, and other governance requirements where relevant.
• Manage tax risk identification, assessment, and mitigation processes.
• Maintain comprehensive tax documentation and reporting procedures.
• Lead responses to tax audits, enquiries, and regulatory reviews. Process Improvement & Tax Technology
• Drive automation and continuous improvement initiatives across the tax function.
• Improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of tax reporting and compliance processes.
• Lead the implementation and optimisation of tax technology solutions.
• Enhance data quality and tax reporting capabilities across finance systems. Leadership & Stakeholder Management
• Lead and develop a high-performing tax compliance and reporting team.
• Build strong relationships with senior finance leadership and business stakeholders.
• Act as the primary point of contact for tax compliance and reporting matters.
• Manage relationships with external advisors, auditors, and tax authorities.
• Present tax matters, risks, and developments to senior management committees and leadership teams. Please apply for more information.