Tax Manager - EMEA
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* Location: Chester, North West England (Hybrid – 2–3 days per week in office)
* Package: Up to £65,000 + 14% Bonus + Excellent Benefits
* Languages: Fluent in English. Additional European languages are a bonus, but not a requirement
The Opportunity
A global, high-growth organisation is expanding its footprint across Europe and looking to hire a Tax Manager to help shape how that growth is managed from a tax perspective. This is a genuinely broad, multi-disciplinary role sitting at the heart of the EMEA tax function, spanning European direct tax, US GAAP reporting, transfer pricing, Pillar Two and UK tax governance.
If you're a European tax professional who wants more than a narrow compliance remit, someone who enjoys owning a portfolio of markets, working directly with the business, and having a real say in how the tax function evolves, this is built for you.
The Role of the EMEA Tax Manager
Reporting into senior finance leadership, you'll take ownership of a portfolio of European markets, working closely with local finance teams and external advisers to keep compliance sharp and processes running smoothly.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage the full direct tax cycle for the EMEA markets including corporate income tax return preparation with local external advisers
* Preparing and submitting US tax reporting (GAAP) including quarterly current and deferred tax provisions using TaxStream technology
* Managing UK-specific requirements including Senior Accounting Officer (SAO), Tax Strategy publication and Corporate Criminal
* Offence (CCO) Advising finance and business stakeholders on tax matters and building trusted relationships
* Contributing to the COE's strategy around standardisation, automation, and continuous improvement
* Monitoring developments across your markets, analysing their impact, and proactively communicating what matters to the people who need to know.
Skills & Experience Required
* Fluent in English. Additional European languages are a bonus, but not a requirement
* Be a qualified accountant and/or chartered tax adviser (CTA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent)
* Solid grounding in tax accounting, tax provisioning and statutory audit support
* Experience managing external advisers is ideal
* Confidence reviewing and signing off compliance deliverables
* The ability to translate complex tax issues into clear, practical guidance for non-tax stakeholders
* A genuine interest in tax technology, process improvement and automation
* Strong personal organisation, ownership and the ability to juggle multiple markets and deadlines with ease
* Be organised, ownership-driven, and comfortable managing multiple markets and deadlines simultaneously
Salary and Benefits
Competitive salary up to £65,000 package ( £51,000 - £65,000).
Benefits include:
* Long Term Incentive Plan eligibility
* Private family healthcare
* Attractive pension scheme
* Hybrid working model (50% home / 50% office)
* 26 days holiday plus bank holidays and festive shutdown
* Career development and qualification support
* Modern office facilities with onsite benefits and parking
How to Apply
This is a standout opportunity for an ambitious international tax professional ready to step into a visible, influential European leadership role within a thriving global business.
Send your CV to Jonathan Grimes
* Location: Chester, North West England (Hybrid – 2–3 days per week in office)
* Package: Up to £65,000 + 14% Bonus + Excellent Benefits
* Languages: Fluent in English. Additional European languages are a bonus, but not a requirement
The Opportunity
A global, high-growth organisation is expanding its footprint across Europe and looking to hire a Tax Manager to help shape how that growth is managed from a tax perspective. This is a genuinely broad, multi-disciplinary role sitting at the heart of the EMEA tax function, spanning European direct tax, US GAAP reporting, transfer pricing, Pillar Two and UK tax governance.
If you're a European tax professional who wants more than a narrow compliance remit, someone who enjoys owning a portfolio of markets, working directly with the business, and having a real say in how the tax function evolves, this is built for you.
The Role of the EMEA Tax Manager
Reporting into senior finance leadership, you'll take ownership of a portfolio of European markets, working closely with local finance teams and external advisers to keep compliance sharp and processes running smoothly.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage the full direct tax cycle for the EMEA markets including corporate income tax return preparation with local external advisers
* Preparing and submitting US tax reporting (GAAP) including quarterly current and deferred tax provisions using TaxStream technology
* Managing UK-specific requirements including Senior Accounting Officer (SAO), Tax Strategy publication and Corporate Criminal
* Offence (CCO) Advising finance and business stakeholders on tax matters and building trusted relationships
* Contributing to the COE's strategy around standardisation, automation, and continuous improvement
* Monitoring developments across your markets, analysing their impact, and proactively communicating what matters to the people who need to know.
Skills & Experience Required
* Fluent in English. Additional European languages are a bonus, but not a requirement
* Be a qualified accountant and/or chartered tax adviser (CTA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent)
* Solid grounding in tax accounting, tax provisioning and statutory audit support
* Experience managing external advisers is ideal
* Confidence reviewing and signing off compliance deliverables
* The ability to translate complex tax issues into clear, practical guidance for non-tax stakeholders
* A genuine interest in tax technology, process improvement and automation
* Strong personal organisation, ownership and the ability to juggle multiple markets and deadlines with ease
* Be organised, ownership-driven, and comfortable managing multiple markets and deadlines simultaneously
Salary and Benefits
Competitive salary up to £65,000 package ( £51,000 - £65,000).
Benefits include:
* Long Term Incentive Plan eligibility
* Private family healthcare
* Attractive pension scheme
* Hybrid working model (50% home / 50% office)
* 26 days holiday plus bank holidays and festive shutdown
* Career development and qualification support
* Modern office facilities with onsite benefits and parking
How to Apply
This is a standout opportunity for an ambitious international tax professional ready to step into a visible, influential European leadership role within a thriving global business.
Send your CV to Jonathan Grimes