Tax Manager

Your role with us as a Compliance and Reporting Tax Manager will be critical in ensuring adherence to tax laws, regulations, and reporting standards.

You will be involved in managing tax compliance, including the preparation of UK tax returns, coordinating with local and international tax authorities, and staying current with tax legislation to mitigate risks. Additionally, you will be responsible for tax reporting activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting of tax-related items, assisting in audit processes, and implementing best practices for tax management.

You will need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments to optimise tax efficiency and compliance for the organisation

This is a hybrid role and you will need to visit the office in Basingstoke twice per week

• Responsible for the preparation and submission of UK corporation tax computations and returns.
• Responsible for calculating UK on account corporate tax payments and any other UK corporate returns/filings and requests for information from HMRC.
• Responsible for answering any correspondence received from HMRC relating to the corporation tax affairs of the UK group.
• Responsible for managing the preparation and filing of tax returns for certain EMEA subsidiaries.
• Year end group reporting – responsible for the preparation of the UK company reporting tax packs, UK group plan, IFRS group adjustments, group tax consolidation and assisting on other aspects of year end on an ad hoc basis as required by Head of Tax.
• Half year reporting – responsible for the calculation of taxable profits by legal entity, for tax calculations on group IFRS adjustments and the abbreviated tax notes for inclusion in half year reporting.
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline tax reporting processes and enhance the efficiency and accuracy of tax-related activities.
• Review of tax disclosure notes in the UK subsidiaries’ financial statements.
• Review the UK group quarterly VAT return in advance of submission to HMRC and liaise with external advisers to answer ad hoc VAT questions from the operations team.
• Working with HR and operations staff on the corporate tax implications of cross border employee transfers or new hires.
• Answer ad hoc UK employment tax questions from HR with the assistance of Croner-i database and where necessary input from external advisers.
• Assisting the Head of Tax on specific tax projects, including managing external advisers.

• Ability to manage own time, juggle tasks and competing deadlines.
• Ability to work with colleagues throughout the whole Genus business and across all grades.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable with working on own on tax technical matters.
• UK corporate technical tax knowledge, including group and international tax aspects.
• Alphatax tax software knowledge desirable but not essential.
• Previous experience would be preferable in Permanent Establishment risk & related compliance impacts of cross-border moves and assignments.
• Working VAT knowledge would be an asset to help with ad hoc queries and provide supporting technical advice to operating entities. 

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange. Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing.  We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future. 

Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world.

Our Values

• Collaborate as One Team
• Create Value for Customers
• Innovate with Purpose
• Never stop improving

DEI

Genus is a place where you can be yourself and be part of a growing global team. We have a culture of respect, openness and fairness for all. Whatever your background, your role or your area of work, you will have the chance to thrive in an environment that inspires, challenges and supports you to succeed.

• Performance related bonus
• 25 days holidays + Bank Holidays 
• NFU Pension (7.5% employer contribution)
• Health Cash back scheme 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Employee share plan 
• Hybrid working with a blend of office and home work - 2 days per week in the office (Usually Tuesday and Wednesday)
• Flexible Working Policy (Where appropriate/practicable) 
• Enhanced maternity leave 12 weeks at full pay followed by 4 weeks at 50% followed by SMP
• Comprehensive L&D program including career development programs, access to Genus University and Mango (languages) 

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Genus plc will never ask you to provide fees or payment for computer, software, or other equipment or supplies during the recruitment and/or onboarding process. If you have any questions about your individual application, please contact the Genus Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@genusplc.com.