Location; Swindon Support Centre (hybrid working with 3 days per week in the office)
Package; competitive salary + cash/car allowance + private medical
We are focused on building a sustainable and successful future for the business while continuing to deliver a consistent and valued retail offer. This role offers the opportunity to develop your career within a well-established organisation, contribute to ongoing improvement, and play a part in shaping the next chapter of TGJones.
About the role;
As a Group Compliance Manager, you will be reporting into the Head of External Reporting. You will take ownership of the Group’s corporate tax compliance and reporting, including tax computations, provisions, disclosures, budgeting and VAT returns. Working closely with Finance, external auditors and HMRC, you will ensure timely and accurate tax reporting while also supporting insurance, contract and wider compliance activities across the business. Key responsibilities will include;
- Responsibility for the completion of all Group corporate tax computations (1 large “retail trading” computation and a number of small company and branch computations including Jersey, Isle of Man and Guernsey)
- Preparation of the half year and full year tax disclosures, working closely with the Finance team in the preparation of the tax numbers and preparation of periodic tax journals
- Responsibility for tax provisioning in the statutory accounts and annual budgeting across taxes
- Liaising directly with the external auditors to ensure the timely completion of the tax provisioning process
- The timely completion of quarterly VAT returns for the group
- Work with insurance companies and store staff and manage the various insurance claims and relevant compliance
- Managing the contract database and ensure compliance within the business
- Liaising directly with HRMC to resolve any queries arising regarding direct and indirect taxes within the Group (including Customs Duty enquiries)
About you
If you're a forward-thinking professional with the ambition to drive change, deliver exceptional results, and bring fresh ideas to the table, you'll thrive in an environment where collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do. As TGJones continues to grow and evolve, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, influence the future of the business, and develop your career alongside a team that values ambition, expertise, and fresh thinking. Experience required for this role will include;
- Strong corporate tax experience, ideally within a group environment, with experience across tax computations, provisions, reporting and budgeting
- Good knowledge of UK direct and indirect taxes, including VAT and Customs Duty, with experience liaising with HMRC and external auditors
- Strong financial, analytical and Excel skills, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to work effectively across Finance and the wider business
- Relevant accounting or tax qualification (ACA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent) desirable
About us
At TGJones, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in creating an environment where everyone feels supported, respected, and empowered to succeed. You'll be encouraged to share ideas, develop new skills, and contribute to a team that works together to achieve great results. Whether you're beginning your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and make a meaningful contribution in a business that's shaping its future.
Company benefits for our Support Centre colleagues include 4pm Friday finish, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, your birthday off, holiday trading scheme, family friendly leave, employee discounts, free coffee Wednesdays and much more!
At TGJones, we're committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace where everyone can be themselves and do their best. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and celebrate the diversity that makes each of us unique. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let our Talent Acquisition team know, we're happy to help.
