We have an exciting new opportunity for a Tax Manager to join our Finance team, located in Wolverhampton. We are seeking an experienced tax professional to play a pivotal role in the Group’s journey, assisting the Group Head of Tax with a number of initiatives including managing the provision of all Corporation Tax and VAT reporting. You will be the go-to person for advice on complying with UK tax laws. Join us and be part of a supportive team, with broad exposure across the business and plenty of scope for opportunity and development.

The OSB Group is a FTSE 250 specialist mortgage lender, primarily focused on carefully selected segments of the mortgage market.

Our specialist lending is supported by our Kent Reliance and Charter Savings Bank retail savings franchises. Diversification of funding is provided by sophisticated securitisation platforms. OSB’s unique cost-efficient operating model is supported by our wholly-owned subsidiary OSBIndia.

Alongside passion for our products and customers, we're passionate about our people and want to continue building a collaborative and engaging environment.  Being dedicated to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, we encourage differences and recognise that individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences can bring valuable insights and enhance the way we work.  This is supported by our Diversity, Community and Environment Employee Engagement Networks and our commitment to the Women in Finance Charter and Women in Leadership Programme. 

In this role, you will support the Group Head of Tax in managing the provision of all Corporation Tax and VAT reporting, advice and compliance with UK tax laws.

Your responsibilities will include…

• Carry out Day-to-day management of the preparation of the Group’s Corporate Tax returns - managing the team in OSBI responsible for preparing the returns, getting them in a position for the Group Head of Tax review. Initial preparation of papers to support filing positions taken, suggesting most efficient allocation of losses and group relief, and managing the external review by the group’s tax advisers. 
• Support Head of Tax with preparing tax analysis for commercial transactions, and supporting other areas of the business in tax matters when needed (e.g. Securitisation transactions, Remote Working requests, Withholding Tax, Employment tax, Stamp Duty, FATCA/CRS etc.)
• Manage the preparation of the Group’s quarterly VAT returns – performing an initial review of the sub-group calculations prepared by the Finance team, managing preparation of the consolidated working and Key Points Memo by OSBI
• Manage the initial preparation of the Group’s annual Country-By-Country Reporting Return and Corporate Interest Restriction return to HMRC.    
• Manage the preparation of the calculation of quarterly instalment payments of CT by the team in OSBI and explaining key points to Group Head of Tax to assist their review.
• Help identify opportunities to optimise the Group’s tax position (e.g. R&D credits, capital allowances etc.), manage the process of making appropriate claims.
• Manage the preparation of the Group’s annual statutory tax disclosures for inclusion in the financial statements. 
• Manage the Group’s entity cost allocation process, and transfer pricing documentation.

We offer a base salary dependent on experience of between £65,000 - £75,000 and a competitive benefits package including:

• Discretionary annual bonus opportunity of up to 15%
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Contributory pension (8% employer 5% employee)
• Life Assurance (4x salary) plus Group Income Protection
• Access to Private Medical Insurance and Medical Cash Plan
• Maternity & Adoption Leave – Occupational Maternity/Adoption Pay provided at 100% of salary for the first 26 weeks.
• Paternity Leave – 8 weeks of paid leave to be taken within 12 months of birth or adoption.
• Additional benefits such as Hybrid working, Cycle Purchase scheme, Technology Purchase scheme, Season Ticket Loan, Holiday purchase / sell schemes, Employee Perk Portals, Payroll giving and Save as you Earn scheme.

We are looking for talented individuals who have the experience and knowledge set out below:

• Recognised Tax or Accountancy Qualification (e.g. CTA, ACA) is essential.
• Previous experience of working in a tax role (either in industry or practice) is essential.
• Previous experience of providing specialist tax advice is essential.
• Previous experience of preparing and submitting UK tax returns is essential.
• Previous experience of working closely with HMRC is essential.
• Advanced knowledge of UK tax laws is essential
• Advanced knowledge of global tax laws is highly beneficial
• Advanced knowledge of UK and International accounting standards is essential                     
• Up to date knowledge of relevant accounting policies and regulatory framework is essential
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If this sounds like you, please apply now! For internal applications please visit the internal careers page to apply.

Alternatively, if you wish to have an informal and confidential chat please get in touch. Contact details can be found on our careers page.

If shortlisted from your initial application we operate a personalised recruitment process. Interviews are a two way street, we aim for them to be relevant and conversational to get the best out of you!

OSB Group are dedicated to diversity in the workplace and committed to treating all our employees and job applicants equally.  We embrace equal opportunities and are opposed to discrimination on any grounds.

As part of our public commitment to the Women in Finance Charter, we have introduced our own initiatives to attract, develop and advance senior women in our sector. We don’t stop there though, we have broadened our approach to encourage diversity and inclusion at all levels and in all roles. Our leadership and Executive Committee are right behind us, to the extent that our Diversity Champions sit at Board level and on a monthly basis receive updates on our progress. 

Whilst we are an organisation that values face-to-face interaction to build and nourish our culture, we also acknowledge that people are not just productive in an office and tied to the 9 to 5.  Flexible-working opportunities are important for establishing a healthy work-life balance so if you see a role of interest we are happy to be asked about flexibility and explore together if we can make it work.

All applicants must have rights to work in the UK and be willing to undertake the relevant pre-employment screening checks should your application be successful.