Tax Manager

Posting date:	10 December 2025
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	23 December 2025
Location:	Eastbourne, BN21 3TR
Company:	Vacancy Filler
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	DEC20258943

Summary

Tax ManagerEastbourne based with hybrid workingFull Time - 37.5 hours per week Monday to FridayCompetitive salary plus pension and benefitsWe are a fourth-generation family business who leads the UK marketplace, supplying decorating materials to both trade and DIY consumers. Operating from over 250 Decorator Centres nationwide, we also have several healthy and developing ecommerce businesses.Ranked in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, we are the largest independent supplier of decorating materials across the UK. We are proud of our wonderful heritage of over 120 years in our industry and our nationwide growth.Like any organisation, it’s our people who make us who we are. We are truly a family business when it comes to our people, with our mantra being to ‘help one another succeed’. We want to see all our people flourish in their roles and reach their full potential, to support our customers in developing their own businesses. To find out more about working with us visit www.Brewers.co.uk/careers What is the role we are looking for? We’re looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join our Finance team and take ownership of tax compliancy and reporting across the Brewers Group, playing a vital part in influencing tax strategies across our diverse and growing business.This is a generalist Tax Management role that requires someone to take responsibility for managing UK VAT and corporation tax processes, overseeing indirect tax compliance globally, supporting US Federal and State tax returns and monitoring Nexus triggers.You will be pivotal in developing tax planning strategies, advising on tax implications of business decisions and acting as the primary contact for HMRC and international tax authorities. You will be conversant in establishing robust tax policies and controls, monitoring legislative changes and providing strategic tax advice that aligns with our business objectives.As part of a wider collaborative team, you will work closely with senior leaders and key stakeholders across the business.Key responsibilities include:Ensuring compliance with UK and international tax laws and filing requirementsManaging UK VAT and supporting corporation tax processesOverseeing indirect tax compliance in international territories, including US sales tax and VAT returns in Jersey, Australia and New ZealandSupporting US Federal & State tax returns and monitoring Nexus triggers for US StatesDeveloping tax planning strategies to optimise efficiency and identify savingsActing as the first point of contact for HMRC and international tax authoritiesAdvising on tax implications of business decisions and monitoring legislative changesBuilding robust tax policies and controls to support compliance and risk managementWhat are we looking for?Qualified CTA or equivalent with in-depth knowledge of tax laws and compliance requirementsStrong understanding and demonstrable experience of corporate tax, VAT, employment tax, and international taxProven experience providing strategic tax advice aligned with business objectivesIn depth functional knowledge of tax laws, regulations and compliancyExcellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple processes and deadlinesDeveloped analytical skills with the ability to interpret and translate data for insight and reportingProficiency in MS Office, in particular with Excel, Word and PowerPointWhat do we give in return?We think we have an amazing culture of looking out for each other and helping one another succeed and has stood us well for over 120 years! Some of the benefits we offer include:Competitive financial packagePrivate Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan34 days holiday increasing with service (inclusive of bank holidays)Pension plan with company contributions plus a life assurance schemeWe offer Stream - a money management app that gives you access to your pay as you earn itEmployee Assistance Programme and virtual GP service-accessible to colleagues, partner/spouse and dependentsAccess to Medicash, an optional funded scheme where you can claim money back for routine healthcare treatments Discounts and rewards with selected partners-major high street brands, supermarkets etc plus generous colleague discountsComprehensive Induction ProgrammeAfter a qualifying period you will also be eligible for additional benefits such as profit related pay, enhanced Maternity/Paternity pay and a chance to use one of our holiday homes in Cornwall or the Lake DistrictTo apply for this exciting opportunity, please click the ‘Apply Now’ button on this page to complete the application form.Please note that applications are reviewed on a regular basis. The advert may be closed before the application end date, if we receive sufficient applications we wish to progress to interview. IND2