Tax Compliance & Reporting Manager

Company Description

Sports betting, gaming and interactive entertainment is changing, and we’re leading that change. By putting people first. By placing exciting, engaging and entertaining experiences at more fingertips than ever before. We're pulling into pole position by pushing boundaries further. With innovation. With technology. But most importantly, with people like you. Because when you join Entain, it’s your game. So let’s win together.

Job Description

As a Tax Compliance & Reporting Manager you will be responsible for helping ensure that the group meets its direct tax obligations and in providing accurate and timely tax information to the business.

We are a FTSE 100 business with revenues in excess of £5bn, an annual tax bill in excess of £1bn and we’re a Top 20 UK taxpayer.  You'll work within a Compliance & Reporting tax team of 5 based in Nottingham, and a wider global tax team of 25 to help us meet our obligations.

Are you looking for an opportunity to add true value to a team?

What you will do

CT computation and return preparation:

• Planning and management of the process, including liaising with the finance teams and external providers (e.g. accounts tagging) to agree the information requirements and the appropriate timetable
• Review and submission of UK returns and computations using Alphatax software
• Dealing with corporate interest restriction, double tax relief claims, capital allowance reviews, group relief, tax loss planning, CFC reporting, etc.
• Calculation of quarterly corporation tax payments on account for the UK companies for payment to HMRC

Tax accounting and reporting:

• Preparing tax calculations and providing the tax disclosure information for group year end and interim accounts, and statutory accounts for all UK group companies
• Coordinate the overseas tax position to incorporate into the group year end and interim tax workings
• Liaise with auditors in respect of the above

Tax planning and forecasting

• Consider opportunities that may be relevant to the group that will minimise risks and add value
• Manage and maximise the corporation tax attributes of the group
• Preparation of quarterly tax forecast workings to feed into the Group Finance forecasting process

SAO reporting:

• Share responsibility for the UK corporation tax and control environment
• Improve processes, put in place actions where required and update documented procedures
• Drive continuous improvement across all aspects of the group’s UK tax compliance cycle

Other reporting:

• Coordination of finance and wider tax teams to prepare annual Country-by-Country Reporting submissions
• Preparation of annual submission to PwC’s Total Tax Contribution survey
• Support the Head of Tax Compliance & Reporting in implementation of a framework for groupwide and country-specific Pillar 2 compliance and reporting obligations.

Liaising with HMRC:

• Support the Head of Tax Compliance & Reporting in managing HMRC enquiries
• Ensure tax administration matters are dealt with on a timely basis
• Build a good working relationship with HMRC on Corporation tax matters

Withholding tax calculations and reporting:

• Review CT61s and other compliance returns ensuring payment and filing requirements are met
• Monitor and manage treaty relief applications as required in respect of intragroup financing and royalty arrangements

Other:

• Keep up to date with all relevant legislation, thinking strategically about tax risk management and the consequential impact on Entain’s effective tax rate
• Develop a thorough understanding of how the business operates such that the impact of changes to tax legislation are quickly identified and addressed
• Working collaboratively with the wider international and indirect tax teams to ensure all taxes are considered in advice provided to the wider Entain business
• Build a network of contacts in the business outside of the immediate tax and group finance team
• Identify best practice improvements in corporation tax processes, including the use of new tools and technologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Recognised tax qualification (e.g. Chartered Tax Advisor (CTA)) with a minimum of five years post-qualification experience
• Prior experience of working within a FTSE 100 company or similar large-scale organisation in industry or practice
• High integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Analytical mindset with ability to identify and implement process improvements and automation.
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills
• Ability to prioritise effectively and work to tight deadlines
• In-depth knowledge of tax legislation and application to a large group of companies
• Experience of UK corporation tax compliance processes.
• Experience of accounting for tax under IFRS and FRS 102
• Highly proficient in Excel.
• Prior experience of using Alphatax and / or data analytics tools (e.g. Alteryx) preferable

Additional Information

At Entain, we know that signing top players requires a great starting package, and plenty of support to inspire peak performance. Join us, and a competitive salary is just the beginning.

Depending on your role and location, you can expect to receive benefits like

• A regular bonus
• Healthcare support
• A stake in our success through our ShareSave scheme
• Great development opportunities
• Wellbeing support, and so much more.

And outside of this, you’ll have the chance to turn recognition from leaders and colleagues into amazing prizes, join a winning team of talented people and be a part of an inclusive and supporting community where everyone is celebrated for being themselves.

At Entain, we do what's right. It's one of our core values and that's why we're taking the lead when it comes to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive future - for our people, and the wider global sports betting and gaming sector. However you identify, our ambition is to ensure our people across the globe feel valued, respected and their individuality celebrated. 

We comply with all applicable recruitment regulations and employment laws in the jurisdictions where we operate, ensuring ethical and compliant hiring practices globally.

Should you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us.

At Entain, we do what's right. It's one of our core values and that's why we're taking the lead when it comes to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive future - for our people, and the wider global sports betting and gaming sector. However you identify, our ambition is to ensure our people across the globe feel valued, respected and their individuality celebrated. 

We comply with all applicable recruitment regulations and employment laws in the jurisdictions where we operate, ensuring ethical and compliant hiring practices globally.