Assistant Tax Manager Tax Accountant

Talent Locker; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services organisation is seeking a Tax Accountant / Assistant Tax Manager in London. This hybrid position entails preparing UK corporate tax returns, supporting US tax reporting, and assisting with compliance controls. The ideal candidate will have qualifications such as ATT or ACA, strong knowledge in UK Corporation Tax, and proficiency in tax software. This role offers a collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional development and potential long-term employment.

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge in UK Corporation Tax and experience with US tax reporting.
• Confident in using Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and tax software (e.g. OneSource or AlphaTax).
• Highly analytical, detail‑oriented, and organised.

Responsibilities

• Prepare UK corporate tax returns, tax provisions, reconciliations and financial analyses.
• Support US tax reporting and associated year-end obligations.
• Conduct risk reviews and assist in tax planning and process improvements.
• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders including auditors and tax advisors.
• Assist in enhancing tax compliance controls, governance and reporting.

Skills

Tax Experience

Accounting Software

GAAP

QuickBooks

Accounting

Sage

Account Reconciliation

Analysis Skills

Research Experience

SOX

Microsoft Excel

Financial Analysis

Education

Qualified (ATT, CTA, ACA, ACCA, HMRC equivalent or by experience)

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Tax Accountant / Assistant Tax Manager

Location: London (Hybrid)

Rate : 500 per day (Inside IR35)

Contract Type: Contract (initial 6 months term with potential for extension or permanent opportunity)

Overview

We are currently recruiting for a Tax Accountant / Assistant Tax Manager on behalf of a global professional services organisation. This hybrid role is based in London and sits within a collaborative UK tax team. It offers a great opportunity to work in a well-established supportive environment with scope for future development.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare UK corporate tax returns, tax provisions, reconciliations and financial analyses
• Support US tax reporting and associated year-end obligations
• Conduct risk reviews and assist in tax planning and process improvements
• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders including auditors and tax advisors
• Assist in enhancing tax compliance controls, governance and reporting

Ideal Candidate

• Qualified (ATT, CTA, ACA, ACCA, HMRC equivalent or by experience)
• Strong technical knowledge in UK Corporation Tax and experience with US tax reporting
• Confident in using Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and tax software (e.g. OneSource or AlphaTax)
• Highly analytical, detail‑oriented, and organised
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently or within a team

Working Arrangement

• Monday to Friday 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (1‑hour unpaid lunch break)
• Hybrid working model with occasional travel to sites across London
• May involve working one weekend annually to support year‑end US tax reporting

Required Experience

Manager

Key Skills

• Tax Experience
• Accounting Software
• GAAP
• QuickBooks
• Accounting
• Sage
• Account Reconciliation
• Analysis Skills
• Research Experience
• SOX
• Microsoft Excel
• Financial Analysis

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Vacancy: 1