Group Tax Assistant

SeeMeHired.com; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative and forward-thinking company as a Tax professional, supporting the Group Tax team in ensuring compliance with UK tax obligations. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to develop your career in a dynamic environment focused on sustainability and growth. You will play a key role in preparing tax returns, supporting compliance, and driving efficiency in processes. With a commitment to diversity and inclusivity, this organization values your contributions and fosters a positive work culture. If you're ready to make a real impact in the maritime and energy industries, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Vacation, Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan and/or Pension

Gym Membership or Wellness Programs

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Scheme

Qualifications

• Tax qualified to ATT level or with equivalent experience.
• Previous experience in a Tax role, in Practice or Industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing Corporation Tax returns and disclosures.
• Support VAT return reviews and PAYE compliance.
• Drive automation and efficiency in tax compliance processes.

Skills

Tax qualification (ATT level)

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Tax qualification (ATT level)

Experience in Tax role

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Please note this is a full-time position.

Forth Ports is one of the UK’s largest and most progressive port operators, connecting the UK with Europe and globally. As a multimodal ports owner and operator, we deliver innovative, integrated port services across the country.

We are leading the UK's green energy transition, supporting offshore wind sector growth. Our environmental goals include achieving carbon neutrality by 2032 and Net Zero by 2042.

Join us at a pivotal time as we invest in infrastructure and promote sustainability, working with a dynamic team to make a real impact in maritime and energy industries.

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Location: Head Office, Forth Ports Ltd, 1 Prince of Wales Dock, Leith Docks, Edinburgh, Scotland, City of Edinburgh, EH6 7DX

Date Posted: 28th April 2025

Closing Date: 16th May 2025

Job Type: Full time

Salary: From £30,000 to £35,000 annually

About the role

We seek a detail-oriented, proactive individual to support our Group Tax team in ensuring compliance with UK tax obligations, including Corporation Tax, VAT, PAYE/NI, SDLT, and others. This role offers a great opportunity to develop your tax career in a supportive environment, based at our Head Office in Leith.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing Corporation Tax returns, disclosures, and tax forecasts.
• Support VAT return reviews, consolidations, and customs-related VAT processes.
• Contribute to PAYE compliance, PSA submissions, and IR35 assessments.
• Provide tax support across the business, liaising with finance teams, auditors, and HMRC.
• Drive automation and efficiency in tax compliance processes.
• Stay updated on tax legislation changes to ensure accurate reporting.
• Travel to group port assets occasionally.

You will work closely with our Group Tax Assistant Manager and Group Projects & Tax Manager, playing a key role in maintaining our financial accuracy and compliance standards.

What are we looking for?

We are seeking an experienced Tax professional—whether from practice or industry—eager to grow in a varied, hands-on role with broad exposure across Taxation.

Skills & experience required:

• Tax qualified to ATT level or with equivalent experience
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Proactive, problem-solving mindset
• Strong communicator, collaborative, positive team player
• Ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (formulas, pivot tables, charts), Word, Teams, Outlook
• Full UK working rights & driving licence

We value diversity and inclusivity. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

What you will need

Required criteria

• Tax Qualified to ATT level or Qualified by Experience
• Previous experience in a Tax role, in Practice or Industry
• Proficient in MS Office Suite, especially Excel
• Full UK working rights
• Full UK driving licence

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Forth Ports Group

"As sure as the tide" - 50 years of delivering outstanding results across various projects. Our global customers rely on our expertise to realize their ambitions.

Over five decades, our ports have grown into vital assets supporting UK and local economies, driven by ongoing infrastructure investments and committed employees who deliver high-quality service, loyalty, and flexibility, building a strong reputation and long-term customer relationships.

Join Forth Ports Careers. As a leading port operator with over 1,100 employees across Scotland and London, we offer a rewarding career with opportunities for growth and development. Discover more about our team and what motivates us through our employee stories and videos.

Our port business is a barometer of the economy, requiring us to be adaptable and fast-paced, constantly exploring new opportunities.

We are dedicated to fostering a positive working culture and maintaining a good work-life balance. Some benefits include:

Vacation, Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan and/or Pension

Gym Membership or Wellness Programs

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Scheme

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