Tax Accountant

Canopius; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global insurance firm based in Greater London is seeking a qualified Tax Accountant to join a small yet vital team in Group Tax. This role involves preparation and filing of UK corporate tax returns, assisting with tax reporting, and managing compliance across group operations. Candidates should possess a CTA/ACCA/ACA qualification and have strong tax compliance experience. This position offers excellent progression opportunities within an expanding business environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified CTA/ACCA/ACA with demonstrable corporate tax compliance experience.
• Experience in VAT/Employment/IPT is preferred, along with familiarity with IFRS reporting.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and filing of UK corporate tax returns.
• Assistance with tax reporting under IFRS annually and quarterly.
• Preparation of Tax Notes for UK Financial Statements.

Skills

Corporate tax compliance experience

Experience with VAT/Employment/IPT

Excellent Excel skills

Planning and organisational skills

Education

Qualified CTA/ACCA/ACA

Tools

One Source

Job description

Overview

Group Tax is a key component of the Group Finance Team. We are a small team of two, with global responsibilities, and we are seeking a qualified Tax Accountant to join us as we continue to grow.

This role would suit someone who is experienced in Tax Compliance and reporting and who is looking for the next stage of their career progression. This would be ideal for someone wishing to have the opportunity to be part of an expanding business and to gain experience in the insurance market. Canopius is at an exciting phase in its growth strategy, and this will be a great opportunity to be part of that journey.

Reporting to Group Head of Tax, and working closely with the Tax Senior Manager, this individual will bring additional support to this small team in all aspects of completion and delivery in those key areas.

The role will require a flexible and responsible attitude, an analytical and inquisitive mindset, a high attention to detail and an ability to work to tight deadlines.

The individual will work closely with members of both the Tax and Finance teams to develop and help manage the operational activities and tax filing requirements across the group. There will be plenty of opportunity to progress and to take responsibility for certain key aspects of the Tax compliance and reporting processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation and filing of UK corporate tax returns using One Source
• Analysis and preparation of employment tax filings & queries (including PSA, STBV, Form42)
• Assistance with up Tax Reporting under IFRS (annually and quarterly)
• Preparation of Tax Notes for UK Financial Statements.
• Assistance with Group Tax Forecasting.
• Preparation of quarterly IPT return
• Assistance with Lloyd's tax reporting and preparation of returns.
• Preparation of premium withholding tax forms
• Preparation of annual CFC report, Diverted Profits Tax report
• Working with advisers to prepare Group Transfer Pricing reports, R&D claims

Skills and Experience

• Qualified CTA/ACCA/ACA
• Demonstrable corporate tax compliance and reporting experience necessary
• Experience of other taxes (VAT/Employment/IPT) preferred
• Familiarity with IFRS reporting ideal
• Excellent capability in Excel
• Experience of One Source or similar Tax Compliance package required
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Ability to work autonomously but remain connected to the team
• Ability to complete work within filing deadlines