16 lead tax manager 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...

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....

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....

Programme Manager (Financial Systems Transformation)- 80% Remote Are you a seasoned Programme Manager with a track record of leading large-scale ERP migrations? We are seeking a high-caliber contractor to drive a critical Financial Systems transformation for a global e-commerce leader. In this role, you will manage the end-to-end delivery of a major migration from legacy infrastructure to a modern cloud-based financial ecosystem. Core Responsibilities Drive ERP Transformation: Lead the program through the full lifecycle-from 'Prepare' and 'Explore' to 'Realise' and 'Deploy'-targeting a successful 2027 go-live. Establish Governance: Define and run lean, fit-for-purpose program governance (ceremonies, cadences, and decision forums) in line with established Governance Standards. Risk & Dependency Management: Proactively own the RAID log, managing complex risks associated with decoupling legacy infrastructure and interim architecture. Strategic Alignment: Facilitate key design...

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...

Finance Project Manager - Hybrid/Sussex The role is for an initial period of six months, commencing asap. Reporting to the Interim Strategic Finance Lead, you will lead on a number of finance related projects. You will also support the Interim Strategic Finance Lead on a range of other financial issues required by the new Authority. You will help to ensure that the programme of activity to develop the required finance strategies, plans, policies, systems and processes is aligned to the Implementation Strategy, that risks and interdependencies are well managed, and that delivery is consistently high-quality, transparent and accountable. You will bring significant financial expertise, confidence and strong project management skills. You will need to work proactively with senior leaders, Members, partners, and programme sponsors to drive progress in the relevant projects, resolve issues, and ensure that all activity remains aligned to strategic objectives. Key...

Finance Project Manager Location: West Sussex Contract: Temporary (6 months) Salary: £750 per day umbrella / £659.62 per day PAYE Inclusive / £588.58 PAYE Exclusive Start Date: ASAP Contact: (url removed) Job Description Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a local authority in West Sussex for a Finance Project Manager to join the devolution team on a temporary basis. The postholder will be required to ensure alignment of development programmes and implementation strategies, and management and deliverance of risks and interdependencies. You will provide financial expertise and project management skills, working proactively with leaders, members, partners and sponsors to drive progress and accuracy. Key Responsibilities Lead projects to negotiate and manage Service Level Agreements with constituent councils for core finance systems and services. Oversee financial aspects of transferring functions to the new Authority, including costs, budgets, assets, and...

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...

Financial Controller 📍 Romsey, Hampshire (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) ⏳ 6-Month Contract About the Role We are seeking an experienced and proactive Financial Controller to join a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation based in Romsey. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in driving financial excellence, improving reporting processes, and supporting strategic decision-making. You will be responsible for overseeing core finance operations while contributing to process improvements and ensuring robust financial control across the business. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage day-to-day accounting operations (AR, AP, GL, inventory, fixed assets) Prepare and deliver monthly and annual financial statements Drive improvements in financial reporting processes and controls Oversee treasury and cash management activities Coordinate budgeting and forecasting cycles Manage internal and external audits, ensuring compliance Oversee tax matters, including VAT Lead and...

We are seeking an experienced Group Accountant to join a growing, private equity–backed group. This is a senior role with responsibility for group reporting, statutory compliance and cash management. This is an interim assignment for approximately 3 months, based on site 3 days per week. These days can be flexible. Key Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: Lead the preparation and completion of the group and statutory audits, ensuring deadlines agreed with PE lenders are met Review and prepare FRS102 statutory accounts, providing full supporting schedules to external auditors Produce month-end management accounts and board reports, including detailed variance analysis Submit monthly and quarterly financial results and covenant compliance reports to the PE owners Review and reconcile Audit Packs to financial results prior to submission to auditors Prepare and manage the group and holding company budgets and forecasts Produce and present a weekly group cash flow...

Role: Senior Sourcing Specialist Location: Cheltenham Duration: 12 months Rate: DOE Inside IR35 : Umbrella About our client: Our client is a leading aerospace engineering company specializing in jet engines, avionics, and integrated systems for both military and commercial aircraft. They operate major UK facilities, including maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) sites. Role Summary This 12‑month assignment combines commodity management, supplier execution, and NPI sourcing strategy into a single role. The Senior Lead Sourcing Specialist - Commodity: Manage and optimise a defined supplier panel and commodity portfolio Lead key negotiations, LTAs, EBQ structures, and commercial frameworks for both existing and new programs Drive supplier recovery and performance improvement to protect safety, quality, delivery, and cost Act as a key interface between Programs, Engineering, Operations, and suppliers to align sourcing strategy with business needsThe role requires an...

I am currently supporting a respected, international not?for?profit organisation based in Cambridge, who are recruiting a Head of Finance to provide maternity cover. This role is due to start ASAP and is being recruited as a 12-month, fixed term contract. As Head of Finance, you will join the Senior Management Team and ensure continuity, excellence, and strong financial stewardship. You will partner with operational, project, and leadership teams, supporting major initiatives while maintaining oversight of all financial operations. You will act as a key adviser to the CEO and Board, providing high?quality financial insight that strengthens organisational performance and drives informed decision?making. Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee the full finance function, including budgeting, forecasting, management accounts, payroll, audit, VAT, AP/AR, and statutory reporting   Produce timely, accurate financial analysis for senior leadership and the Board Manage cashflow,...

Senior Management Accountant Location: London Contract: Temporary Rate: £40.00 per hour umbrella // £35.72 per hour PAYE Inclusive // £31.88 per hour PAYE exclusive      Start Date: ASAP *Hybrid/Remote Working* Contact: (url removed) Job Description Service Care Solutions are recruiting for a Senior Management Accountant to join a Financial Services team within a large organisation. Reporting to the Head of Operational Finance Reporting, the successful candidate will be responsible for delivering statutory and management reporting while supporting operational finance within the organisation’s property services function. This role will also involve working closely with finance business partners, operational teams, and senior stakeholders to provide financial insight, forecasting, and reporting. The role offers the opportunity to lead key financial processes including management accounting, budgeting, forecasting, regulatory reporting, and financial controls, while...