Tax Manager

Job Title: Tax Manager  

Location: Bexhill or London (hybrid)
  

Welcome to Hastings Direct  

We’re a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. We’ve made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. We’re proud of the journey we’re on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues. 

We provide insurance for over four million customers, but we know there’s even bigger opportunity out there. The fact you’re now reading this job advert means we’ve tempted you to find out more about #lifeatHD – we really hope you like what you see, and you’ll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead.  

We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you’re excited about joining us and think you have some of what we’re looking for, even if you’re not 100% sure we would love to hear from you. 

Role overview

As our Tax Manager, you will be taking ownership and accountability for various key tax activities, including accurate and timely tax compliance. You will also support the Head of Tax to provide commercial and value add tax advice in a fast-moving tax environment. This position sits within a small, close knit tax team in the Finance department, and also offers the opportunity to work with various teams across the business and external stakeholders.

Job details – you’ll need to have demonstrable experience in: 

• Work with the Head of Tax, different teams across the business, and external advisors on various tax advisory projects including transfer pricing, permanent establishment, controlled foreign companies, financing, and restructurings
• Work with the Head of Tax, different teams across the business, and external advisors on tax authority enquiries and mitigating tax risks
• Continuously improve and/or automate existing tax processes so can increase time and focus on value-add work, including leveraging Workday Financials and Copilot to do so
• Own the completion of UK corporate tax returns and payments, Pillar II calculations, R&D tax credits, corporate interest restriction calculations, SAO certification, and other direct tax compliance obligations for the group companies
• Own preparation of the tax numbers and disclosures for inclusion in quarterly group reporting and annual statutory accounts, and dealing with auditors in respect of queries
• Manage the tax graduate, including delegating, reviewing, coaching, and supporting their development.

Essential skills/experience:  

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal), including the ability to explain complex tax issues and processes to non-tax professionals
• Curious and commercial, including ability to analyse and understand data
• Continuous improvement and learning mindset, with a proactive approach to using AI and emerging technologies to improve efficiency, insights and ways of working
• Results driven and able to work to tight deadlines, with ability to prioritise workload
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, but can also work independently
• Good knowledge of UK corporate tax legislation

The interview process

• Recruiter screening call   

• 1st stage interview with hiring leader 

• 2nd interview with hiring leaders leader 

As a Disability Confident employer, we’re committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive – what this means to you is if you’re applying for a job with us, you’ll have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment journey. We also welcome applications through the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS). For more information on the DCS, please visit our inclusive business page on our careers website.

Regrettably we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Benefits: in addition to a competitive salary and £5k car allowance you will also receive…  

Flexible working – we champion a flexible hybrid working approach – please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail  

Competitive bonus scheme - all colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus  

Physical wellbeing – as a Band 4 colleague, Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI). This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen  

Financial wellbeing – as well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover, income protection at no extra cost, and matched pension contributions up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an award winning package which includes – discounts, cashback, free independent mortgage advice and free access to financial wellbeing support  

Mental wellbeing programme – we have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs  

There's more! – 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more...

Join us and you’ll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. As one of our colleagues, you’ll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we’ll give you all the support, training and development you need. Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we’ll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve. 

Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.

At Hastings Direct, we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.

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