Tax Accountant

Career Legal; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious global law firm in Greater London is seeking a Senior Accountant to support tax and management accounting in its European offices. This role involves conducting tax research, preparing VAT documentation, and providing management reporting. Ideal candidates have a strong background in tax accounting, experience in a law firm environment, and excellent analytical skills. You'll collaborate with global teams on various financial projects, contributing to effective tax compliance across jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• Strong background in tax and management accounting.
• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work across jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tax research and ensure compliance with local regulations.
• Analyse financial data to identify tax implications and opportunities.
• Prepare VAT calculations and documentation for all European offices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather tax information.
• Support tax audits and respond to inquiries from tax authorities.
• Maintain accurate tax records and assist with special projects.

Skills

Tax compliance

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Organisational skills

Job description

Overview

Our client is a prestigious global law firm with offices across Europe, Asia, and the US. The London office is a key hub for the firm’s international operations, and this is an exciting opportunity to take on a senior accounting role supporting multiple jurisdictions.

This newly created role will provide comprehensive support to the Director of Finance, Europe & Asia. This role covers all aspects of tax and management accounting for the firm’s European offices and involves collaboration with global teams on complex financial projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct tax research and ensure compliance with local regulations.
• Analyse financial data to identify tax implications and opportunities.
• Prepare VAT calculations and documentation for all European offices.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to gather tax information.
• Support tax audits and respond to inquiries from tax authorities.
• Maintain accurate tax records and assist with special projects.
• Work with the Lead Accountant, Asia on tax return materials for multiple offices.
• Contribute to Pillar 2 reporting and ad‑hoc projects (e.g., opening new offices).
• Provide management reporting and analysis as directed by the Director of Finance.

Person Specification

• Strong background in tax and management accounting.
• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment preferred.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work across jurisdictions.
• Detail‑oriented, organised and proactive.

Important Notice

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