Interim Tax Accountant

JR United Kingdom; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the fintech sector is seeking an Interim Tax Accountant to oversee UK and European tax operations amid a critical transition. This role is perfect for qualified professionals with significant UK corporate tax expertise and a hands-on approach to financial compliance in a diverse portfolio.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 2 volunteering days

Hybrid working arrangements

Global business landscape with secondment options

Company Enhanced Family Leave Options

Paid Professional Memberships

Private Medical Insurance Scheme

Life Assurance Cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years' experience in an in-house tax or finance role.
• Strong expertise in UK corporate tax.
• Trained in a recognised accountancy or tax practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and review of tax provisioning under IFRS.
• Support UK corporate tax return preparations.
• Liaise with external advisors on compliance matters.

Skills

UK corporate tax legislation

Financial reporting skills

Indirect tax knowledge

Education

Tax or accountancy qualification

Tools

Oracle NetSuite

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Reports to: Head of Tax / European Financial Controller

Location: Hybrid/London

Job Type: 3-6 Month FTC

About EML

EML Payments is a global leader in the fintech space. Our mission is to create awesome, instant, and secure payment solutions that connect our customers to their customers, anytime, anywhere, wherever money is in motion. Our Purpose is to inspire transformative digital change for our customers and communities.

As an issuer and processor, we provide our clients and partners with innovative alternatives to traditional banking solutions for reloadable and non-reloadable programs. We are agile, we are innovative. We take a partnership approach; we tailor solutions and place a strong focus on operational excellence.

Our place is one of collaboration, teamwork & innovation. But, above all, it’s one that embraces difference. And rather than have you blend in, we want to help you unleash your full potential.

The team you’ll be joining

At EML, our finance team is integral to the smooth and efficient operation of our business. They ensure financial stability and compliance, enabling informed decision-making and strategic planning. By managing budgets, monitoring expenditures, and providing accurate financial reporting, the finance team supports all departments in achieving their goals. Their expertise in financial analysis and risk management helps safeguard our assets and ensures we meet our financial obligations. Ultimately, the finance team’s dedication to maintaining robust financial health is crucial to EML’s success and growth.

The Role

We are currently hiring for an Interim Tax Accountant to support EML’s UK and European tax operations during a critical phase of transition and growth. Reporting into the Head of Tax (Europe), this is a hands-on role focused on compliance, tax reporting, and supporting business initiatives across multiple jurisdictions.

This role is ideal for a qualified tax professional with strong UK corporate tax experience, and at least 2–3 years’ experience in-house following practice training. You’ll be working across a diverse portfolio of entities, supporting both routine tax compliance and project-based work.

What you’ll do

• Assist in the preparation and review of half year and annual tax provisioning under IFRS
• Support the preparation of UK corporate tax returns and associated filings
• Support the tax compliance process for European entities, primarily Ireland, including liaison with external advisors
• Respond to tax authority queries and audits, primarily in the UK
• Provide guidance on indirect tax matters (e.g. VAT), in collaboration with finance team
• Support intercompany transfer pricing documentation and compliance
• Identify process improvements to increase the efficiency and accuracy of tax reporting
• Contribute to ad hoc projects such as regulatory submissions, and new product launches

What you’ll bring

• Trained in a recognised accountancy or tax practice
• Minimum 2–3 years' post-qualification experience in an in-house tax or finance role
• Strong working knowledge of UK corporate tax legislation and reporting
• Comfortable working independently and liaising with external advisors and stakeholders
• Excellent Excel and financial reporting skills
• Exposure to Irish tax compliance and reporting
• Experience working in a regulated business (e.g. fintech, financial services)
• Working knowledge of indirect tax and/or transfer pricing
• Experience with Oracle NetSuite or similar ERP systems

What you will be offered

If you love what you do, you should love where you do it. We appreciate that everyone’s different and has their own preferences of where and how to work. We genuinely believe in the power of regular face-to-face interactions in building close connections with our teams, but we also strongly believe people can work effectively remotely. This means that combining both is the key to success.

• 25 days annual leave plus 2 days for volunteering, plus your birthday off - Plus an additional Take5 days should you use all of your 25 days!
• Global business landscape that connects you with colleagues working throughout Australia, UK, North America and Europe with both short-term and long-term secondment options.
• Hybrid working - Be empowered to work smarter, in a way that suits your lifestyle
• Company Enhanced Family Leave Options*
• 12 weeks paid New Parent Leave*
• Paid Professional Memberships
• Pension Scheme*
• Company Private Medical Insurance Scheme – 50% covered by EML*
• Long term illness cover – 75% of your basic Annual Salary
• Life Assurance (Death in Service) Cover – 4x your basic Annual Salary
• Employee Assistance Programme – accessible 24/7

(*some benefits are subject to qualifying criteria)

Company Culture and Values

Our place is one of collaboration, teamwork & innovation. But, above all, it’s one that embraces difference. And rather than have you blend in, we want to help you unleash your full potential.

Company Structure

EML is an ASX listed company head quartered in Brisbane, Australia, with approximately 480 employees throughout Australia, Europe, the UK, and America.

EEO Statement

Integrated into our Core Values is EML's commitment to diversity and inclusion. EML is committed to being a globally inclusive company where all people are treated fairly, recognised for their individuality, promoted based on performance and encouraged to strive to reach their full potential.

We believe in understanding and respecting differences. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, culture, and physical ability. Every individual at EML has an ongoing responsibility to respect and support a globally diverse environment.