Group Tax Accountant Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Group Tax Accountant to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Working closely with the central finance team and tax advisors on projects and transactions;
- Managing the group’s tax risk management;
- Arranging tax payments to the relevant authorities in an accurate and timely manner;
- Computing and submitting accurate indirect tax returns in multiple jurisdictions;
- Liaising with HMRC on all correspondence;
- Helping the Group establish legal entities in new jurisdictions;
- The groups’ VAT, PAYE and CIS compliance;
- Keeping the Board and the wider business informed about the Group’s tax position;
- Providing guidance to other members of the Tax and Treasury Team;
- Preparation of UK corporation tax computations (for approximately 40 companies);
- Preparing the relevant tax disclosures in the annual statutory accounts;
- Assisting with direct tax submissions and queries;
- Producing accurate tax reconciliations;
- Other ad hoc responsibilities within the Tax and Treasury Team;
- To strengthen the relevant tax controls and awareness within the business.
Requirements:
- Qualified (ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent);
- Strong reconciliation experience;
- Experience working within a fast paced finance department;
- Excellent Excel skills;
- Excellent attention to detail and an analytical mind-set;
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines;
- Experience of Sage X3 or similar systems;
- Private equity or fast growth exposure;
- Passion for process improvement.