Hybrid Principal Taxation Accountant

Derby City Council; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK seeks a Principal Accountant to oversee tax and compliance roles. You will provide taxation advice, support submissions, ensure financial compliance, and manage direct reports. Ideal candidates possess excellent analytical skills, ideally with CCAB qualifications or equivalent experience in accountancy, and can demonstrate experience in taxation roles. The council offers hybrid working options and professional development opportunities, making this a rewarding position for the right candidate.

Benefits

Flexible work/life balance scheme

Hybrid working options

27 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Team Derby Rewards

Qualifications

• Experience preparing information for HMRC.
• Ability to provide advice and support to management.
• Experience in assessing tax implications.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic taxation advice to Senior Officers.
• Support the submission of taxation returns.
• Ensure compliance with financial standards.

Skills

Taxation information preparation

Budget modeling

Written and oral communication

IT package proficiency

Education

Part-qualified CCAB (or equivalent)

Tools

Financial ledger systems

Job description

A local government authority in the UK seeks a Principal Accountant to oversee tax and compliance roles. You will provide taxation advice, support submissions, ensure financial compliance, and manage direct reports. Ideal candidates possess excellent analytical skills, ideally with CCAB qualifications or equivalent experience in accountancy, and can demonstrate experience in taxation roles. The council offers hybrid working options and professional development opportunities, making this a rewarding position for the right candidate.