Senior Tax Manager

AESC UK Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

AESC is a leading producer of lithium‑ion batteries, manufacturing cells, modules and packs for both automotive and non‑automotive customers. In the UK, AESC operates from a 25,000 sq ft battery plant in Sunderland, next to Nissan.

The business continues to evolve with the creation of a 12GWh Gigafactory, set for launch in 2024, which will create 1,000 new jobs and produce over 100,000 batteries annually. As the group continues to grow, we are supporting the UK CFO in the finance function, including this Senior Tax Manager role.

• Develop and implement comprehensive tax strategies that optimize the organization's tax position while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with executive management to align tax strategies with overall business objectives and financial planning.

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation, review, and filing of all required tax returns, including corporate income tax, VAT, and import duty filings.
• Monitor changes in tax laws and regulations to proactively address potential impacts on the organization's tax obligations.
• Identify and assess tax risks and opportunities, providing recommendations to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities for tax savings.
• Implement internal controls and processes to minimize tax‑related risks and ensure compliance with internal policies.

• Manage and coordinate responses to tax audits, inquiries, and assessments from relevant tax authorities.
• Prepare and maintain documentation to support the organization's tax positions and compliance activities.

• Work with site‑based Finance teams to provide guidance, training, and support to enhance their skills and performance on tax matters.
• Foster a collaborative and positive work environment that encourages innovation and continuous improvement within the tax department.

• Suitably qualified (CTA or equivalent) with a background in corporate tax.
• Knowledge of UK Corporation tax regulations and compliance, alongside VAT & import duties;
  French tax matters would be beneficial.
• International experience would be advantageous.
• Strong understanding of tax incentives.
• Prior experience in a leadership or management role would be preferred.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Effective communication skills to convey complex tax matters to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency in tax software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Not Applicable

Full‑time

Finance

Manufacturing