12 government jobs found

Lead Tax Manager Contract: 6 Months (Extension Possible) Rate: Up to £600 per day (Inside IR35) Location: Hybrid – UK based with 40–60% office attendance (multiple office locations available - York, Cambridge, Manchester, Carlisle) An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Lead Tax Manager to join a large and complex organisation on an initial 6-month contract. This role will sit within the wider finance function, providing specialist tax expertise across multiple business areas and supporting a range of tax compliance and advisory activities. This position will play a key role in ensuring robust tax processes, providing expert guidance on complex tax matters, and supporting ongoing compliance across several tax areas. Key Responsibilities * Lead IR35 compliance activity, ensuring appropriate processes, governance and guidance are in place across the organisation. * Oversee data collection and review processes for PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA) returns and...

Job Role: Senior Tax Manager Job Location: Remote Working £500-£700 per day Working Period: Monday – Friday Working Hours: 37 hours per week About The Role: Job Summary DEFRA is the UK government department responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting our world-leading food and farming industry, and sustaining a thriving rural economy. The tax team is part of the wider Compliance and Financial Accounting Team, who lead on preparation of accounts for Defra’s ALBs, Core Defra and the Defra group Annual Report and Accounts. About The Candidate (specialist skills & requirements): * A strong technical background with extensive knowledge of tax, particularly IR35 and taxable benefits, and the ability to interpret and apply tax legislation and guidance effectively. * Confident and proficient in IT, with the ability to use digital tools to support high‑quality work. * Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and manage relationships with a...

Lead Tax Manager Contract Length: 6 months + potential extensions Location: Hybrid - can be based anywhere in the UK, with 40-60% attendance at a local office (York, Cambridge, Manchester, Carlisle) IR35: Inside Pay Rate to Candidate: £600 / day umbrella A Tax Manager is required to join a public organization on a contract role. The Lead Tax Manager will provide senior-level tax expertise and act as the lead specialist for IR35, taxable benefits, and corporation tax, while supporting VAT compliance as part of the wider Compliance & Financial Accounting Team. The role spans operational tax work, process improvement, advisory activity, and stakeholder engagement, including interactions with HMRC and the Government Tax Centre of Excellence. Key Responsibilities Lead IR35 compliance, setting and maintaining robust processes and guidance. Oversee data capture and review for PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA) return. Ensure full compliance and governance for all taxable benefits....

Lead Tax Manager Contract Length: 6 months + potential extensions Location: Hybrid - can be based anywhere in the UK, with 40-60% attendance at a local office (York, Cambridge, Manchester, Carlisle) IR35: Inside Pay Rate to Candidate: £600 / day umbrella A Tax Manager is required to join a public organization on a contract role. The Lead Tax Manager will provide senior-level tax expertise and act as the lead specialist for IR35, taxable benefits, and corporation tax, while supporting VAT compliance as part of the wider Compliance & Financial Accounting Team. The role spans operational tax work, process improvement, advisory activity, and stakeholder engagement, including interactions with HMRC and the Government Tax Centre of Excellence. Key Responsibilities Lead IR35 compliance, setting and maintaining robust processes and guidance. Oversee data capture and review for PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA) return. Ensure full compliance and governance for all taxable benefits....

Lead Tax Manager Contract Length: 6 months + potential extensions Location: Hybrid - can be based anywhere in the UK, with 40-60% attendance at a local office (York, Cambridge, Manchester, Carlisle) IR35: Inside Pay Rate to Candidate: £600 / day umbrella A Tax Manager is required to join a public organization on a contract role. The Lead Tax Manager will provide senior-level tax expertise and act as the lead specialist for IR35, taxable benefits, and corporation tax, while supporting VAT compliance as part of the wider Compliance & Financial Accounting Team. The role spans operational tax work, process improvement, advisory activity, and stakeholder engagement, including interactions with HMRC and the Government Tax Centre of Excellence. Key Responsibilities Lead IR35 compliance, setting and maintaining robust processes and guidance. Oversee data capture and review for PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA) return. Ensure full compliance and governance for all taxable benefits....

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Tax Manager to join a large and complex public sector organisation on an initial 6-month contract. The Tax Manager will play a key role within the central finance function, providing specialist tax expertise across a number of entities within the wider organisation. The position will focus on ensuring strong compliance and governance across a range of tax matters, with particular emphasis on IR35, employment taxes and corporation tax. Working closely with senior finance colleagues and operational stakeholders, the Tax Manager will provide technical guidance, support complex tax queries and contribute to the ongoing development of tax processes and controls. Key Responsibilities Leading and maintaining IR35 compliance processes and guidance Overseeing the preparation and review of PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA) returns Ensuring compliance across taxable benefits and employment tax obligations Managing corporation tax compliance...

Job Title: Lead Tax Manager Location: Hybrid – can be based anywhere in the UK, with 40–60% attendance at a local office – London, Birmingham, Bristol, Newcastle, Reading and York (team locations include York, Cambridge, Manchester, Carlisle) Contract Duration: 6 Months Daily Rate: £600/day (Umbrella – Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 The Lead Tax Manager will provide senior-level tax expertise across the Group, covering the organisation and its Arm’s Length Bodies. The post holder acts as the lead specialist for IR35, taxable benefits, and corporation tax, while supporting VAT compliance as part of the wider Compliance & Financial Accounting Team. The role spans operational tax work, process improvement, advisory activity, and stakeholder engagement, including interactions with HMRC and the Government Tax Centre of Excellence. Key Responsibilities Lead IR35 compliance across the Group, setting and maintaining robust processes and guidance. Oversee data capture and...

Lead Tax Manager Contract Length: 6 months + potential extensions Location: Hybrid - can be based anywhere in the UK, with 40-60% attendance at a local office (York, Cambridge, Manchester, Carlisle) IR35: Inside Pay Rate to Candidate: £600 / day umbrella A Tax Manager is required to join a public organisation on a contract role. The Lead Tax Manager will provide senior-level tax expertise and act as the lead specialist for IR35, taxable benefits, and corporation tax, while supporting VAT compliance as part of the wider Compliance & Financial Accounting Team. The role spans operational tax work, process improvement, advisory activity, and stakeholder engagement, including interactions with HMRC and the Government Tax Centre of Excellence. Key Responsibilities Lead IR35 compliance, setting and maintaining robust processes and guidance. Oversee data capture and review for PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA) returns. Ensure full compliance and governance for all taxable benefits....

Position:  Chief Finance Officer     Location: Bovey Tracey, Devon, TQ13 9JD Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 6+ Months Working Hours: 37 hours per week (09:00 – 17:00) Pay Rate: £ 420.00 Per Day Job Reference: (phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Act as the statutory Section 151 Officer, ensuring the authority’s financial management complies with legal and regulatory requirements. Provide strategic financial leadership and advice to senior management and elected members. Lead the preparation, management, and monitoring of the organisation’s budget, financial planning, and financial strategy. Ensure strong financial governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks. Oversee financial reporting, statutory accounts preparation, and compliance with public sector accounting standards. Provide expert financial advice to support policy decisions, service delivery, and organisational strategy. Manage and develop the finance team, ensuring effective...

Finance Project Manager - Interim Spencer Clarke Group are working closely with a newly forming Local Authority to appoint an experienced Finance Project Manager to support the development of the organisation's finance function. This is a senior interim assignment working closely with the Interim Strategic Finance Lead, leading key finance-related projects and helping shape the financial strategies, systems and processes required for the new Authority. What's on Offer Rate: £750 - £1000 per day (Negotiable) Contract length: 6 months initially Full-time: 37 hours per week Working pattern: Hybrid (primarily remote with approx. 1 day per week in Sussex initially) Start: ASAP The Role You will lead and deliver a number of finance-related projects critical to establishing the Authority's finance framework, while supporting the wider finance implementation programme. Key responsibilities: Leading projects to negotiate and implement Service Level Agreements with constituent...

Financial and Commercial Consultant - Financial and Commercial Lead - Financial and Commercial Manager - 3 months rolling - £(Apply online only) depending upon level - 1 day every 2 weeks in North Yorkshire Our client is looking to mobilise a Finance and Commercial team for a large project. They are seeking government or health experience. This temporary contract is inside IR35 and will require working under the direction of the client delivery manager as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will follow established delivery processes and working practices This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting at SC level. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, reserved post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes...

Finance Project Manager   Location: West Street, Chichester, PO191RG Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 6+ Months Working Hours: 37 hours per week Pay Rate: £ 543.28 Per Day Job Reference: OR24898 Job Responsibilities Lead a range of strategic finance projects supporting the development of the new Authority. Work closely with the Interim Strategic Finance Lead to support key financial priorities and programme delivery. Ensure financial strategies, policies, systems, and processes align with the Authority’s Implementation Strategy. Manage project risks, dependencies, and timelines to ensure high-quality and transparent delivery. Lead projects to negotiate and implement Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with constituent councils for finance services including: General Ledger Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Banking and Treasury functions Lead projects to determine and implement the financial implications of transferring services from existing organisations to the...