We are seeking a qualified accountant to take ownership of UK tax compliance while developing broader expertise across financial reporting and management accounting. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to lead on tax, influence reporting processes, and grow into a wider finance role over time.

The position offers genuine responsibility from day one, along with increasing exposure to statutory reporting, management accounts, and commercial finance as the role evolves.

Key Responsibilities

Tax

Own UK corporate tax returns, including payments on account
Manage VAT and CIS returns end-to-end
Prepare current and deferred tax calculations
Deliver accurate tax disclosures for statutory accounts
Maintain robust tax controls and support Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) compliance
Partner with external auditors and support IFRS reporting requirements
Contribute to technical tax projects (e.g., capital allowances, transfer pricing, Corporate Interest Restriction)
Identify and implement process improvement opportunitiesFinancial Reporting

Support the preparation of monthly management accounts
Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations
Deliver clear and insightful variance analysis
Support budgeting and forecasting processes
Assist with statutory reporting and year-end audit requirements
Ensure alignment and consistency across tax, statutory, and management reporting

Key Requirements

ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified
Strong UK corporate tax experience
Solid VAT and indirect tax knowledge
Up-to-date knowledge of IFRS
Exposure to US GAAP (desirable but not essential)
Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and stakeholders
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