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Join to apply for theUK Group Tax Specialistrole atPanasonic Europe 6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for theUK Group Tax Specialistrole atPanasonic Europe We are looking for an experienced and proactive UK Group Tax Specialist to oversee the UK tax compliance across the Group, meeting internal and external requirements. The role holder will be working closely with UK businesses (typically, management and finance teams, playing a critical role in ensuring tax efficiency, transparency, and compliance).This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a role with influence, variety, and long-term career potential.Role Overview This role operates within the Panasonic Europe Tax team which provides a range of tax shared services to Panasonic businesses in the European region.The role holder will co-ordinate the provision of UK tax shared services to UK businesses of the Panasonic Group, including annual corporation tax compliance, VAT and supporting the UK tax aspects of business, organisational and systems change. This will involve active business partnering with relevant UK management, finance and commercial teams.The role holder will develop and communicate group policies that relate to the UK tax group (i.e. all UK businesses in the Panasonic group), co-ordinate the mandatory UK tax interactions between members of the UK tax group where UK tax laws operate on a group-wide basis, and support central UK tax group requirements (including but not limited to Senior Accounting Officer compliance, publication of the annual UK tax policy, etc.).The role holder will also provide capacity for the broader European Tax Team, supporting specific requests from time to time. This will include publishing updates of tax laws on the intranet and supporting European VAT compliance.How you will become part of the bigger picture.. Enable all UK businesses in the Panasonic group to remain tax compliant through submission of group compliance as follows:Support the annual Senior Accounting Officer process from notification to reporting. Preparation of supporting documents for all UK companies relating to SAO obligations Preparation of UK Group tax returns. This requires proactively liaising with all UK businesses to request necessary information and prepare returns for review. Support in updating the published UK Group Tax Policy each year. Support in communicating changes in UK tax law and HMRC practice to tax and business stakeholders. We are looking for an experienced and proactive UK Group Tax Specialist to oversee the UK tax compliance across the Group, meeting internal and external requirements. The role holder will be working closely with UK businesses (typically, management and finance teams, playing a critical role in ensuring tax efficiency, transparency, and compliance).This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a role with influence, variety, and long-term career potential.Role Overview This role operates within the Panasonic Europe Tax team which provides a range of tax shared services to Panasonic businesses in the European region.The role holder will co-ordinate the provision of UK tax shared services to UK businesses of the Panasonic Group, including annual corporation tax compliance, VAT and supporting the UK tax aspects of business, organisational and systems change. This will involve active business partnering with relevant UK management, finance and commercial teams.The role holder will develop and communicate group policies that relate to the UK tax group (i.e. all UK businesses in the Panasonic group), co-ordinate the mandatory UK tax interactions between members of the UK tax group where UK tax laws operate on a group-wide basis, and support central UK tax group requirements (including but not limited to Senior Accounting Officer compliance, publication of the annual UK tax policy, etc.).The role holder will also provide capacity for the broader European Tax Team, supporting specific requests from time to time. This will include publishing updates of tax laws on the intranet and supporting European VAT compliance.How you will become part of the bigger picture.. Enable all UK businesses in the Panasonic group to remain tax compliant through submission of group compliance as follows:Support the annual Senior Accounting Officer process from notification to reporting. Preparation of supporting documents for all UK companies relating to SAO obligations Preparation of UK Group tax returns. This requires proactively liaising with all UK businesses to request necessary information and prepare returns for review. Support in updating the published UK Group Tax Policy each year. Support in communicating changes in UK tax law and HMRC practice to tax and business stakeholders. UK Tax compliance and provisioning Key activities: Prepare annual corporation tax returns and computations and ensure timely submission to HMRC. (using Alphatax software) Prepare year-end tax accounting workings and annual tax WING sheets and support year end tax revWhat you will bring to the picture... Experience, Knowledge and skills:Over 3 years of practical UK tax experience. Microsoft Office proficiency, particularly Excel (pivot tables/vlookups etc), PowerPoint and Word. SAP knowledge (S4Hana and R3) Ability to operate under time pressure from time to time whilst following due process. Good organisational skills are essential. Strong administration skills. Fluent business English. Alphatax knowledge advantageous. Continuously grow and focus on personal development using the Panasonic Leadership Principles Panasonic Leadership Principles - Panasonic Holdings. Personal attributes: A self-starter – able to work both alone and as part of a team Excellent planning and time management skills Diligence, willingness to learn, pro-activity and pWhat does our big picture look like? Every moment of every day, people all over the world turn to Panasonic to make their lives simpler, more enjoyable, more productive and more secure. Since our founding over a century ago, we’ve been committed to improving peoples’ lives and making the world a better place, one customer, one business, one innovative leap at a time.We believe in strong collaboration and team spirit to develop Panasonic’s competitive edge even further. Panasonic is an energetic, creative and proactive organisation consistently aiming to exceed its customers’ expectations. In an ever-changing world, we continue our efforts to align with our Seven Principles to make life simpler, safer, healthier, more enjoyable, and more sustainable. ‘Live Your Best’.Inclusion and Equality In keeping with our principle of Fairness and Honesty, Panasonic’s ambition is to continue to become a more inclusive company, which attracts the best applicants who will be considered for employment regardless of difference and demonstrates our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity.What we offer: Salary range:(dependent on experience) Annual Bonus:5% based on achievable company and individual objectives Annual Leave:25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 27 days on completion of 3 years of service) (pro-rata for part-time) Contract Type:Permanent Hours:37.5 hours per week full-time Location:Bracknell Hybrid Working: expectation to attend the office at least 2 days per weekWorking environment:A multi-cultural environment The office environment is supportive. Work to high quality requirements, often with tight timescales and deadlines Open plan office environment, but with access to private meeting rooms Hot deskingBenefits Contributory Pension Scheme Life assurance 4x salary Income Protection Private Medical Scheme Dental Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Other voluntary benefits such as dental insurance, partner life assurance Staff discount on Panasonic products 2 Paid volunteer days Training courses Wellbeing Programme Free on-site parking at Panasonic offices Discounted restaurant food Terms and Benefits for candidates outside of the UK may differ from those described above.Other Information: Ideal Start Date –September 2025 (at the earliest)We offer workplace adjustments for those who may require these.Please note you must have the right to work in the relevant country, no form of sponsorship can be supported.This role may be subject to DBS checking procedures.Seniority levelSeniority level Not Applicable Employment typeEmployment type Part-time Job functionJob function Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Panasonic Europe by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Tax Specialist” roles.Staines-Upon-Thames, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Surrey, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago Surrey, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Slough, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Leatherhead, England, United Kingdom £47,000.00-£55,000.00 4 weeks ago Employment Tax Manager - London/Manchester/Scotland/BirminghamReading, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Weybridge, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Statutory Reporting & Tax Assistant AccountantWokingham, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 22 hours ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago Wokingham, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago Tax Graduate (ACA/CTA), Newbury, Autumn 2025Newbury, England, United Kingdom 17 hours ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 11 months ago Henley-On-Thames, England, United Kingdom 3 days ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Windsor, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago Chessington, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Rickmansworth, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago Wokingham, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Farnborough, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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