Financial Accountant - Tax

Torus Group; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic social housing organization in Liverpool is seeking a Financial Accountant – Tax. You will manage tax compliance and reporting while providing expert advice to internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate holds a professional accountancy qualification and has strong knowledge of UK tax regulations. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking finance team focused on efficiency and compliance.

Qualifications

• Professional accountancy qualification required.
• Strong technical knowledge of VAT, Corporation Tax, CIS, and SDLT.
• Commitment to continual professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead tax compliance activity across the Group.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of all tax returns.
• Provide high-quality tax advice and support.

Skills

Knowledge of UK tax regulations

Detail-oriented

Strong analytical skills

Education

Professional accountancy qualification (CIPFA, CIMA, ACCA)

Job description

Job Advert

Are you a detail-driven finance professional with a passion for tax compliance and process improvement?

We're looking for a Financial Accountant – Tax to join our dynamic and values-led team, where you’ll play a vital role in developing and delivering an efficient, compliant, and forward-thinking tax function across our Group.

As the Financial Accountant – Tax, you’ll be at the heart of our financial compliance operations, leading on tax compliance and reporting while supporting strategic improvements that make a real difference to the Group and our communities.

You’ll ensure our tax obligations are met accurately and on time, while providing expert advice and insight to internal stakeholders. Your role will involve close collaboration with the wider finance team, external tax advisors, and HMRC, as well as supporting system improvements and robust control processes.

What you'll be doing:

1. Lead tax compliance activity across the Group for VAT, Corporation Tax, CIS, and SDLT.
2. Ensure timely and accurate submission of all tax returns, including VAT, CIS, and Corporation Tax.
3. Lead the preparation and submission of Group tax computations and act as key liaison with external tax advisors.
4. Provide high-quality tax advice and support across the Group, identifying opportunities for tax efficiencies and supporting implementation.
5. Lead negotiations with HMRC, resolving queries and ensuring compliance with current legislation.
6. Support the production of Group and subsidiary financial statements, including all tax-related schedules for audit.
7. Contribute to the review and implementation of tax-compliant financial systems and controls.
8. Maintain and improve tax-related policies, controls, and processes to protect the Group’s resources.
9. Keep the organisation informed of changes to tax legislation and support internal understanding.
10. Champion continuous improvement and service excellence in all aspects of tax reporting and compliance.

What we're looking for:

1. Professional accountancy qualification, e.g., CIPFA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent tax qualification.
2. Strong technical knowledge of UK tax regulations, including VAT, Corporation Tax, CIS, and SDLT.
3. Thorough knowledge of tax in a social housing environment.
4. Evidence of and commitment to continual professional, leadership, and personal development.

Additional Information:

• All successful applicants will be required to complete the following pre-employment checks before a start date can be confirmed:
• Right to work verification
• Qualification certificate check
• 2x completed references
• OH Health Questionnaire – Fit For Work
• DBS check (if required for role)
• Completion of all new starter documentation including signed T&C’s

Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.