Tax Manager - Handpicked Recruitment. : Job Details

Title: Tax Manager

Location: Central London – 1 day WFH per week

Salary: £65k – £80k bonus and benefits

The Company:

Our client is a listed, global Oil & Gas group with operations spanning multiple continents. Known for its market-leading position and long-term growth strategy, the business operates in a complex and dynamic regulatory environment. With a strong finance function at its core, they are seeking a skilled Tax Manager to join their London headquarters.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of tax compliance, reporting, and governance within a sector that is both high-profile and globally impactful.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the group’s UK and international tax compliance obligations, ensuring accuracy and adherence to evolving tax legislation.
• Oversee quarterly and annual tax reporting for consolidated group accounts under IFRS, working closely with the Financial Reporting team.
• Coordinate and prepare corporate tax computations and filings, liaising with external advisors where required.
• Ensure timely submission of tax returns and payments across all relevant jurisdictions.
• Support the delivery of accurate and transparent disclosures in the Annual Report.
• Liaise with HMRC and overseas tax authorities during audits, reviews, and information requests.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation relevant to the oil and gas sector and assess their impact on the group.
• Identify and implement process improvements in tax compliance and reporting to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Candidate Requirements:

• ACA/ACCA/CTA qualified (or equivalent), with experience in tax compliance and reporting.
• Experience in a Big 4/Top 10 accountancy firm and/or an in-house tax role within a large listed business.
• Strong understanding of UK corporate tax, with exposure to international tax matters.
• Experience with IFRS tax reporting requirements.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across finance, legal, and operational teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in tax reporting systems and Microsoft Office Suite.