Job Description

Citadel Source

are delighted to be working on an exclusive basis with

Spaghetti Bridge

, a rapidly growing organisation in the specialist education sector, to recruit a

Tax & Compliance Manager

. This is an exciting opportunity to join a scaling business on a mission -- and play a key role in shaping its in-house tax capability. This newly created role supports the Head of Tax as the company transitions away from reliance on external advisors and towards a streamlined, robust internal tax and compliance function. The position is offered on a hybrid basis, with 1 day per week at the Chilton Cantelo Head Office (near Yeovil) and the remainder remote, with flexibility based on business needs.

About you

You'll be a confident, technically strong tax professional with excellent knowledge of UK corporate tax, VAT, and payroll compliance. You'll have the drive to build new processes, implement systems, and partner with internal stakeholders across finance, operations and external advisors. Ideally, you've worked in a complex, fast-moving environment where you've had to juggle compliance responsibilities with strategic tax planning. You enjoy rolling up your sleeves, getting into the detail, and helping shape a growing function from the ground up.

The role

As Tax & Compliance Manager, you'll support the Head of Tax in all areas of tax compliance, planning and reporting -- including corporation tax, VAT (including Capital Goods Scheme), payroll taxes, and transfer pricing. You'll also be closely involved in developing systems (including Netsuite ERP), improving internal controls, and supporting wider finance transformation initiatives across the group.

As a Tax & Compliance Manager, your role will include (but not be limited to):

Corporate Tax Compliance: Assist with preparation and submission of corporation tax returns, tax provisioning, and liaising with auditors and stakeholders. VAT Management: Prepare quarterly VAT returns, track and report capital items under the Capital Goods Scheme, and help improve VAT processes. Capital Allowances: Conduct reviews for new site purchases and refurbishments; identify opportunities to maximise claims. Payroll Tax Oversight: Support on PAYE, NICs, and employee benefit taxation, including P11Ds and benefit strategy planning. General Tax Compliance: Monitor wider tax obligations (PAYE, VAT, etc.) and ensure compliance with current and emerging legislation. Transfer Pricing & CIR: Assist with thin capitalisation and Corporate Interest Restriction reporting, working with external consultants as required. Strategic Tax Input: Provide insight on tax implications of new initiatives, acquisitions or disposals, and help identify opportunities for tax efficiency. Regulatory & Statutory Support: Support wider regulatory compliance, statutory accounts preparation, and finance systems implementation. Finance Collaboration: Work closely with the Finance Director, finance team, and wider stakeholders to build a robust, best-practice financial operation.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Essential:

CTA / ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent) 3+ years' tax experience in an advisory, corporate, PE-backed or large business environment Strong technical knowledge of UK corporate tax, VAT, and payroll compliance Experience managing tax compliance processes and working with external advisors High attention to detail and ability to work independently in a fast-paced setting Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

Desirable:

Experience with thin capitalisation, transfer pricing or CIR reporting Background in education, care, or multi-site environments Experience working with Netsuite ERP Strong Excel skills and interest in improving systems and processes Experience supporting audits, HMRC reviews or due diligence

What Spaghetti Bridge Offers

A newly created role with scope to shape the future of tax within a fast-growing business A collaborative, values-led working environment Flexible hybrid working model (1 day per week onsite in Chilton Cantelo, Somerset) Competitive salary circa 55,000 Opportunity to influence both strategic tax planning and day-to-day compliance Exposure to a high-growth, PE-backed, multi-site business with social impact

Sound like a good fit?

For more information on this exciting opportunity, please apply or reach out to

Oliver Price

at

oliver@citadelsource.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 50,000.00-60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Work from home
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Yeovil BA22 8BE