Finance and Tax Manager

Financial Reporting & Tax Manager Based: Hertfordshire - Hybrid Working + Bonus + Excellent Benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified finance professional to join a growing consumer-facing business as a Financial Reporting & Tax Manager. This is a highly visible role within the central finance function, offering the opportunity to take ownership of group reporting, statutory accounts, audit management and tax compliance, while also playing a key role in major business initiatives including acquisitions, disposals and system implementations. The Role Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will be responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy and compliance of the Group's financial reporting and tax obligations, while driving continuous improvements across finance processes and controls. Key responsibilities include:

• Ownership of key balance sheet areas including fixed assets and inventory.
• Leading the Group consolidation process and preparation of Group accounts.
• Managing the production of statutory accounts across multiple entities.
• Acting as the primary contact for external auditors and coordinating the year-end audit process.
• Overseeing quarterly VAT returns and ensuring accurate VAT treatment across the business.
• Preparing corporation tax computations in partnership with external advisors.
• Managing relationships with HMRC and supporting the resolution of tax-related matters.
• Monitoring changes in accounting standards and tax legislation, assessing business impact and implementing required changes.
• Providing technical accounting and tax guidance on new business initiatives.
• Supporting strategic projects including acquisitions, disposals and system implementations.
• Identifying opportunities for automation, process improvement and enhanced financial controls. About You
• ACA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification.
• Strong experience in financial reporting, statutory accounts and tax compliance.
• Experience supporting year-end audit processes within a medium to large organisation.
• Excellent knowledge of UK accounting standards and taxation requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• The ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to a range of stakeholders.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Experience within a consumer-facing, multi-site or high-growth business would be advantageous. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong finance professional looking to broaden their impact within a growing and ambitious organisation. You'll gain exposure to both operational and strategic projects while helping shape the future of a dynamic business.