Part - Time Corporate Tax Accountant

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We're the world's largest independent renewable energy company. Guided by a simple yet powerful vision: to create a future where everyone has access to affordable, zero carbon energy.

We know that achieving our ambitions depends on our people. Because we're tackling some of the world's toughest problems, we need the very best talent. They are our most valuable asset, which is why we continually invest in their growth.

RES is a diverse family committed to the personal and professional development of our employees at every career stage. We offer rewarding work that makes a real impact, opportunities to learn from inspiring colleagues across a global network, and avenues for personal and professional growth.

Our competitive package includes benefits such as pension schemes, flexible working arrangements, a strong emphasis on work-life balance, private healthcare, green travel discounts, 25 days holiday with buy/sell options, enhanced family leave, and four volunteering days annually to contribute elsewhere.

The Position

The Corporate Tax Accountant is an exciting role within the Asset Management (“AM”) Finance Team at RES, offering significant learning and development opportunities. The team of 22 manages a growing portfolio of over 150 companies across 12 clients, including leading renewable energy investors in the UK and Ireland. This role combines a supportive, professional environment with the fast-paced, commercial engagement typical of an in-house resource for our clients.

This new position has been created due to the growth of the AM business and primarily supports the corporation tax compliance process by preparing tax computations and schedules. A solid foundation in corporation tax is essential for this role.

The successful candidate will report to the Tax Manager in the Asset Management team and collaborate with management accountants, internal stakeholders, and external clients.

This role is for 3 days per week, with some flexibility regarding the hours.

Organisational Context

The Asset Management department oversees wind farms, solar, and storage plants in the UK and Ireland for clients. Services include technical, financial, and commercial asset management, with the finance team managing compliance and providing support to the wider Asset Management team.

Key Accountabilities

1. Preparation and filing of corporation tax computations for UK trading companies and holdcos.
2. Preparation of year-end and quarterly tax accounting schedules under FRS102 and IFRS, including consolidation.
3. Calculations for group relief, quarterly payments, Group Payment Arrangements, and Electricity Generator Levy payments.
4. Preparation and filing of other tax returns, including SDLT/LBTT Rent Review Returns, Corporate Interest Restriction returns, and Group Deductions Allowances statements.
5. Liaising with HMRC as needed.
6. Review of corporation tax returns prepared by third parties.
7. Supporting due diligence projects with corporation tax work.
8. Coordinating capital allowance projects with third-party providers.
9. Collaborating with other departments to resolve tax queries.
10. Assisting in the preparation of statutory accounts.

Knowledge

• Strong understanding of UK corporation tax.
• Tax qualification, either standalone or as part of an accountancy qualification.
• Knowledge of audits and statutory accounts preparation.

Skills

• Technical expertise in corporation tax compliance.
• Experience with ONESOURCE Tax software or similar tools.
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and prioritize tasks.
• Excellent communication skills for working with stakeholders and clients.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Logical, practical approach to work.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and methodical.
• Team player with a proactive attitude and ability to work independently.

Experience

• Significant experience in corporate tax compliance, preferably in practice.
• Experience with capital allowances, group tax issues, transfer pricing, and quarterly payments.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with multiple clients.

Qualifications

• Qualified tax professional or accountant (ACA/ACCA/CTA or similar).

At RES, we celebrate diversity, knowing it enriches our company. We encourage applicants from varied backgrounds, ideas, and perspectives, fostering teams that solve complex problems and deliver practical solutions. Our diversity includes ethnicity, culture, gender, nationality, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital and parental status, education, social background, and life experiences.