Corporate Tax Compliance Specialist (12 month fixed term)

ENGINEERINGUK; London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ENGINEERINGUK is looking for a Corporate Tax Compliance Specialist to join their team on a 12-month fixed term basis. With a focus on UK corporate tax compliance, especially in real estate, this role will support the execution of compliance functions ensuring adherence to all statutory requirements. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in tax regulations and the ability to work cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years in corporate tax compliance.
• Experience with real estate tax matters preferred.
• Strong understanding of UK tax laws affecting real estate transactions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely preparation of UK corporate tax returns.
• Audit support during tax audits and ensure compliance adherence.
• Develop efficient tax processes to improve compliance.

Skills

Analytical Abilities

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation or related field

Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CTA)

Tools

Tax compliance software

Excel

Job description

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Corporate Tax Compliance Specialist (12 month fixed term)

At M&G our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. As an international savings and investments business with roots stretching back more than 170 years, we offer a range of financial products and services through Asset Management, Life and Wealth. All three operating segments work together to deliver attractive financial outcomes for our clients, and superior shareholder returns.

Through our behaviours of telling it like it is, owning it now, and moving it forward together with care and integrity; we are creating an exceptional place to work for exceptional talent.

We will consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles and also offer work place accommodations to ensure you have what you need to effectively deliver in your role.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Tax Compliance Specialist with a minimum of five years of experience, specifically in UK corporate tax compliance for companies and partnerships, with a particular emphasis on real estate. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring our tax compliance functions are executed effectively and meet statutory requirements. This position will require expertise in navigating complex tax regulations and providing support in delivering tax compliance solutions to corporate and partnership structures within the real estate sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Tax Compliance: Ensure accurate and timely preparation, submission, and management of UK corporate tax returns for companies and partnerships including review of UK CT600s for non-resident landlords, SA800s for UK Limited Partnerships, review of investor vouchers and other tax return processes (e.g. ATED, CT61 and other returns).
• Tax provisions: Management of tax provisioning processes, tax payments requirements and other compliance obligations as required.
• Regulatory Adherence: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current tax legislation and developments, ensuring adherence to all statutory and regulatory guidelines.
• Audit Support: Prepare documentation and liaise with auditors during tax audits, ensuring all queries are addressed promptly and accurately.
• Process Improvement: Develop and implement efficient tax processes and systems that enhance compliance accuracy and effectiveness.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal and external finance teams, property managers and other holders of data required to complete returns.
• Supplier management: Liaise with third party accounting firms who provide the outsourced tax compliance services.
• Team development: Train and develop Mumbai based team-members and help to build capacity.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: Degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or related field; professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CTA, or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience: At least five years of experience in corporate tax compliance with specific involvement in real estate tax matters with broad awareness of typical real estate funds and structures ideal but not essential.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in using excel, awareness of tax compliance software and tools; advanced understanding of UK tax laws, particularly those affecting real estate transactions.
• Analytical Abilities: Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of conveying complex tax concepts clearly to non-tax specialists.

Desirable Attributes:

• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing process improvements within tax compliance functions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.

Work Level: Manager / Expert

Recruiter: Matt Campbell

Close Date: 11th June 2025

We have a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture at M&G plc, underpinned by our policies and our employee-led networks who provide networking opportunities, advice and support for the diverse communities our colleagues represent. Regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, nationality, disability or long term condition, we are looking to attract, promote and retain exceptional people. We also welcome those who take part in military service and those returning from career breaks.

M&G is also proud to be a Disability Confident Leader, and we welcome applications from candidates with long-term health conditions, disabilities, or neuro-divergent conditions. Being a Disability Confident Leader means that candidates who meet the minimum criteria of a job, will be offered an interview if they 'opt in' to the scheme when applying.

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