Tax Accountant – Manufacturing/Pharma

About the role

We are looking for a Tax Accountant to join a leading manufacturing and pharmaceutical business in Sittingbourne. You will be responsible for UK corporation tax compliance, VAT reporting and providing tax insights that support strategic decisions. This position is ideal for a newly qualified corporate tax specialist or an experienced accountant seeking a fresh industry challenge.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, review and submit UK corporation tax computations, returns and related statutory reporting.
• Manage corporate tax compliance, including deferred tax calculations, disclosures and emerging tax requirements.
• Support HMRC enquiries, audits and information requests, coordinating responses and analysis.
• Deliver VAT compliance activities, including returns, audits and HMRC interactions.
• Provide VAT and indirect tax advice on business transactions, new activities and routes to market.
• Identify, assess and help manage tax risks and opportunities across corporate and indirect taxes.
• Support tax aspects of transactions, restructurings, integrations, audits and business change projects.
• Ensure accurate tax reporting and controls, supporting transfer pricing, process improvement, automation and AI‑enabled efficiencies.

Required profile

• ACCA, ACA, CTA or ATT qualified (or close to qualification).
• Experience preparing and reviewing corporate tax computations, returns and related compliance activities.
• Knowledge of tax accounting, deferred tax and VAT compliance requirements.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative and commercially aware, able to work effectively with finance and wider business teams.
• Professional, proactive and committed to continuous improvement, innovation and high‑quality standards.

Required skills

• SAP (ERP system)
• Advanced Excel
• Tax compliance software

What we offer

• Highly competitive salary
• Annual bonus
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension contribution up to 12% (6% employee)
• Hybrid working model