Tax Accountant

Venture Recruitment Partners; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international organisation is seeking a Tax Accountant for their Southampton office. The role involves ensuring UK and international tax compliance, supporting the finance team with tax reporting, VAT returns, and contributions to process improvements. Ideal candidates have experience in tax roles, knowledge of UK tax regulations, and solid Excel skills. This position offers a salary of up to £60,000 with opportunities for professional development in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience in tax role in industry or practice.
• Good understanding of tax compliance obligations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with year-end tax reporting and computations.
• Prepare and review VAT returns for compliance.
• Support Business Development with tax implications.

Skills

Experience within a tax-focused role

Strong knowledge of UK corporation tax and VAT

Solid Excel skills

Excellent organizational skills

Education

ATT or CIOT qualification (or working towards)

Accounting qualification (ACCA / CIMA / ACA)

Tools

Alphatax

NetSuite

Job description

Job Description

Tax Accountant | Southampton (Hybrid, 3 Days in Office) | Up to £60,000

A leading international organisation is seeking a Tax Accountant to join its finance team, supporting global operations from its Southampton office. This is an exciting opportunity for a capable tax professional who enjoys variety and wants to develop both their technical expertise and broader commercial understanding within a collaborative, purpose‑driven business.

Working closely with the Group Tax and Insurance Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the company meets its UK and international tax compliance obligations, while also contributing to the tax analysis of new business opportunities. Alongside this, you will provide valuable support with insurance administration and membership billing activities during peak cycles.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with year‑end tax reporting and the preparation of UK corporation tax computations using Alphatax.
• Prepare and review VAT returns across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with local regulations.
• Support the Business Development team by reviewing project proposals and advising on tax implications.
• Manage tax payments, reconciliations, and documentation processes, including withholding tax certificates.
• Support employment tax compliance, including PAYE Settlement Agreements and short‐term business visitor reporting.
• Contribute to process improvements within the tax and finance functions.
• Provide administrative support for insurance renewals and assist with membership invoicing during renewal periods.
• Undertake ad‑hoc analysis and reporting, including support for external surveys and statutory submissions.

About You

We're looking for a proactive and detail‑oriented individual who can balance accuracy with a pragmatic, business‑focused approach. You’ll be confident working independently but also comfortable collaborating across departments and with external advisors.

Essential

• Experience within a tax‑focused role in either industry or practice.
• Strong working knowledge of UK corporation tax and VAT.
• Solid Excel skills and general proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Desirable

• Familiarity with Alphatax and NetSuite.
• ATT or CIOT qualification (or working towards), or an accounting qualification (ACCA / CIMA / ACA) with significant tax experience.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected organisation offering a broad and engaging remit, the chance to work across multiple tax disciplines, and exposure to international operations. You’ll be joining a supportive finance team with a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

Location

Southampton (3 days in office, 2 days remote)

Salary

Up to £60,000 + benefits

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

We will consider all qualified applications for this position. Chilworth Partnership / Venture Recruitment Partners does not discriminate against disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other status protected under the Equality Act 2010.