Partnership Tax Accountant

Fieldfisher; Belfast; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Fieldfisher is seeking a Tax Accountant to join their team in Belfast. The role involves handling partnership accounting and supporting various tax compliance matters in a rapidly growing European law firm. Candidates should possess a strong understanding of corporate and partnership taxation as well as excellent interpersonal skills. A supportive environment with a range of benefits is offered, making this an exceptional opportunity for advancement.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Comprehensive benefits package

Modern office space

Training and development support

Social & community engagement opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in partnership and/or corporate taxation within a law firm.
• Ability to interact effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Flexibility to work in a changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to Partnership reporting globally.
• Assist with the firm's tax obligations and compliance.
• Review tax computations for partnerships and LLPs.

Skills

Tax compliance services

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Excel skills

Education

ATT/CTA qualification

Background in partnership/corporate/personal tax

Tools

Finance systems

Job description

The Vacancy

Elevate your career with a unique opportunity as a Tax Accountant at Fieldfisher. We are seeking a tax professional, who is ready to make an impact in a growing, European law firm.

The role calls for someone with a strong understanding of corporate and/or partnership accounting. You will be tax-qualified with experience in partnership and/or corporate taxation within a law firm or professional services environment.

The role will work across the Partnership Accounting and Tax function, and you will be working within a skilled team, including the Partnership Tax Senior Manager, the wider finance group, and European colleagues.

What you'll do:

Contribute to a robust process around Partnership reporting globally;

• Assist with queries on drawings, capital and tax globally
• Assist with the firm's tax and reporting obligations (eg STBVA, PSA etc)
• Review tax computations for partnerships and LLPs within the group, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations.
• Prepare tax equalisation calculations and manage recharging of costs.
• Compile information for personal tax reliefs.
• Assist with the bi-annual partners' tax payments, working with external tax advisors to ensure smooth transactions.
• Oversee and assist with partners' tax reserving, including DTR and equalisation
• Support the firm's cash flow forecasting related to tax payments.
• Serve as a contact for HMRC, partners, external tax advisors, and partners' accountants on tax matters.
• Provide support in the absence of the Senior Manager
• Undertake ad hoc projects related to the firm's and partners' tax affairs.
• Assist with ad hoc tax matters such as withholding tax, PE risks, IR35 and global mobility matters.
• Coordinate with the firm's global accounting functions and external advisers
• Liaising and networking with other teams in London and Belfast.

Please note that travel to our London office may be required for this role.

What you'll need to succeed

• Ideally ATT/CTA qualified with a background in partnership/corporate/personal tax.
• Confident providing tax compliance services within a professional services or financial services environment.
• You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with senior stakeholders and international firm colleagues.
• Flexibility to work in a changing environment.
• Strong excel skills and experience using finance systems.

What We Offer:

• Inclusive & Supportive Environment: We're a firm with real entrepreneurial drive and we don't believe in squashing people's individuality. Our hybrid working model and open plan workspaces encourage a sense of camaraderie.
• Comprehensive and Flexible Benefits Package: Our offering includes private medical insurance, health cash plan, dental insurance, life assurance, critical illness insurance, matched pension contributions up to 7%, holiday trading, plus many more. Visit: Reward & Benefits / Fieldfisher for further information.
• Modern Office Space: Located in the iconic Titanic Quarter with excellent commuter links and on-site parking.
• Training and Development: We'll give you bespoke support to develop your career with our people development and IT training teams.
• Social & Community Engagement: Participate in clubs, networks, inclusive events, and charity initiatives.

Inclusion at Fieldfisher:

At Fieldfisher, led by the social model of disability, we are working towards removing accessibility barriers and maximising disability and neurodiversity inclusion in our recruitment processes.

Should you have any accessibility requirements, please contact a member of Fieldfisher's recruitment team, who will work with you to implement suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are treated in the strictest of confidence, and we would appreciate your feedback to ensure we can provide an accessible and enjoyable recruitment process.

For accessibility information on our Belfast offices, visit: Fieldfisher Belfast Hub Accessibility

Recruitment process:

• An online application form (completed by clicking the apply now button) and CV submission.
• 20-30-minute introductory call with one of our experienced recruiters.
• The interview process varies depending on the role you apply for. However, your recruitment contact will always let you know what to expect from the process, so nothing should come as a surprise.
• For hybrid opportunities, candidates will be invited to visit our offices and meet the team face-to-face.
• Our average process takes around 2-3 weeks, but we will always work around your availability. You will have the chance to speak to our recruitment team at various points during your process, but if you have any specific questions before this please contact us at [e-mail].

Please note that we recruit on a rolling basis, meaning that your application will most likely be reviewed before the application deadline. We will continue to accept applications until we have successfully filled the role.

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The Firm

Fieldfisher is Times Top 20 Law Firm, a highly commended firm in the European Financial Times Innovative Lawyers rankings and is repeatedly nominated for awards in areas including dispute resolution, M&A and IP. Many of our lawyers are recognised by legal directories as leading professionals in their areas of specialism and we are top two-ranked in a number of our key practice areas.

Our network spans over 1,800 people across 26 international offices in 12 countries.

We operate across our offices in Amsterdam, Barcelona, Beijing, Belfast (2), Berlin, Birmingham, Bologna, Brussels, Dublin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Guangzhou, Hamburg, London, Luxembourg, Madrid, Manchester, Milan, Munich, Paris, Rome, Shanghai, Turin, Venice, Vienna and Silicon Valley.

Fieldfisher aims to ensure equality of opportunity and we are actively working towards improving the diversity of our staff. All applications will only be considered on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Health insurance

Pension contributions

Life assurance

Season ticket loans

Bike to work loans

Testimonials

Charlotte Round - Finance Partner, Manchester

"It is great being in a firm which "gets" cross-office working - to feel properly part of a national team and to work with colleagues in other specialisms who are unconstrained by geography."

Richard Dwight - DMS Team Leader at Fieldfisher

"I consider Fieldfisher to be a progressive firm with an understanding of social values. I'm pleased that staff is able to have input in the firm's direction and purpose as well as help to shape wider society. I'm encouraged to perform by being able to develop in a natural way, whilst being supported at every step.

Fieldfisher has managed to nurture a really positive and friendly culture. If they have drive and ambition, I would encourage anybody looking for a role here to grab the opportunity."

Rebecca Reardon - Executive Assistant

"Since joining Fieldfisher in 2016, I have progressed from an entry-level secretarial role to an experienced executive assistant. This was made possible by a supportive and inclusive working environment that allows staff to progress at a pace that is best suited to them which in turn makes for well-rounded, home-grown talent.

The firm strikes a great balance between providing the foundations for success and autonomy of your own growth and development. An insight I would give to potential applicants is that Fieldfisher offers the opportunity for a career and a sense of belonging to a community and not just a job."