Heidelberg Materials
Tax Manager
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Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK)
Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK.
We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.
At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.
Tax Manager (indirect & corporate tax)
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 + Benefits
Location: Chipping Sodbury, South Gloucestershire | hybrid working
Heidelberg Materials UK is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join our Tax & Treasury team. This is an excellent opportunity to work across both indirect and direct taxes. You will be responsible for providing indirect tax, transaction and project support across our UK operations as well as corporate tax compliance and reporting on a number of trading and corporate entities (with developmental support as required).
Working at Heidelberg Materials is about being part of One Team. We operate over 300 production sites in the UK, employing about 3,500 people in a wide range of roles, and our aim is to be a leading sustainable business, trusted and respected by our stakeholders for the ethics we adopt and the products we supply. We are part of the Heidelberg Materials Group, one of the largest building materials manufacturers in the world, and are committed to being a fair, respectful and inclusive employer.
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Description of Team / Department
The UK tax department (team of 8) is responsible for all taxes impacting the domestic commercial operations as well as many corporate companies with inbound and outbound tax issues. This role offers exposure to senior stakeholders across finance and operations, providing the opportunity to influence business decisions, support strategic projects, and help shape best practice in tax compliance and risk management.
What You'll Be Doing
Key responsibilities include:
- Reviewing VAT tax returns and managing VAT compliance and other UK indirect taxes such as Aggregates Levy, Landfill Tax, CIS, Plastic Packaging Tax (with developmental support as required).
- Supporting UK corporate tax compliance, reporting, and statutory tax disclosures (with developmental support as required).
- Providing tax advice on business transactions, projects and operational initiatives on a range of domestic and international tax matters.
- Working with finance and operational teams to enhance processes, controls and systems that impact tax risk management and compliance.
- Managing HMRC enquiries and tax audits, helping to defend and support the company's tax positions.
- Identifying opportunities to improve tax processes and optimise both direct and indirect tax outcomes for the business.
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What We're Looking For
We're looking for a motivated and technically strong tax professional with indirect and corporate tax experience preferably from a mid/large tax firm or already in-house. You'll ideally have:
- ACA, CTA or equivalent professional qualification.
- Tax experience gained within industry and/or a mid to large accountancy practice.
- Strong knowledge of VAT.
- UK corporation tax compliance and reporting exposure.
- Solid accounting and audit knowledge.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Proactive, self-motivated and solutions-focused approach.
- Good IT skills, with SAP and alphatax experience desirable.
Excellent Remuneration and Benefits
- 27 days holiday.
- Leading pension scheme offering with generous contributions from Heidelberg Materials.
- Ongoing training and development and opportunities to help further your career.
- Experience within a well-respected global market leader.
- Benefits supporting you and your family, such as access to an online employee discount platform, cycle to work, voluntary life assurance and access to discounted private medical benefits.
- Paid day off to Volunteer every year.
- Holiday Purchase Scheme.
- Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice.
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