Tax Accountant

Distinct Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Tax Accountant to join a growing Group Tax team in Leicester. You will report to the Senior Tax Manager and take ownership of tax planning and compliance for a large retail group. This role offers strong growth opportunities within the company and the chance to work in a broad tax position. A competitive salary of £50,000 to £60,000 plus bonus is available, along with a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Experience in corporate tax, ideally from practice.
• Proficient in managing group-wide tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Join the Group Tax function and report to the Senior Tax Manager.
• Handle tax planning, compliance, and legislation updates.
• Ensure the group operates efficiently from a tax perspective.

Skills

Strong corporate tax background

Ability to manage a varied tax remit

Comfortable in compliance and planning

Job description

Tax Accountant Location : Leicester Salary : £50,000 to £60,000 + up to 15% bonus Hybrid : Usually 2 to 3 days on siteIf progression is important to you, this role stands out straight away. You’d be working with a Senior Tax Manager who has been promoted twice in four years, and there’s a clear, natural route into a futureTax Managerposition as the team continues to grow.If you’re looking for a broad tax role within a large, expanding retail group, this could be a great next step. The business continues to perform well, with strong trading results, steady revenue growth and ongoing investment across operations, digital and supply chain. They’ve also expanded internationally after a recent acquisition, adding more scope and complexity to the group’s tax profile. The role You’ll join a small, established Group Tax function and report directly to the Senior Tax Manager. The team covers all areas of group tax compliance including corporation tax, VAT, R&D claims, capital allowances and overseas tax. You’ll take ownership of tax planning, compliance, legislation updates and help ensure the group remains as efficient as possible from a tax perspective. What they’re looking for

• Strong corporate tax background
• Ideally trained in practice
• Comfortable managing a varied, group-wide tax remit
• Able to support and develop an Assista...