Tax Accountant

ASK4; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ASK4 is seeking a Tax Accountant to support the Head of Tax with UK and EU compliance and reporting, covering corporation tax, VAT and other taxes. You will prepare drafts and workings for review.

You will handle corporation tax computations, VAT returns and EU tax coordination, liaising with EU tax agents, and contribute to R&D tax credit and capital allowance work. A methodical, accurate approach and strong Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant or tax professional (ATT, CTA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent).
• Good knowledge of current and deferred tax provisioning, and UK VAT.
• Ability to produce well-documented first drafts and flag judgement points before review.

Responsibilities

• Prepare corporation tax computations and tax provisioning schedules in Alphatax.
• Compile the tax provision reporting pack, setting out key judgement points.
• Review the Group’s quarterly UK VAT returns.
• Coordinate EU VAT and corporation tax returns.
• Liaise with EU tax agents as a key point of contact.
• Track EU and Group filing deadlines, and raise any risk early.
• Prepare workings for R&D tax credit and capital allowance claims.
• Assess CIS exposure as needed.
• Support transfer pricing reviews and wider tax projects.

Skills

Tax compliance experience

Clear communication skills

Excel skills

Education

Qualified accountant or tax professional (ATT, CTA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent)

Tools

Alphatax

Job description

As Tax Accountant, you will support the Head of Tax with UK and EU compliance and reporting, covering corporation tax, VAT and other taxes. You prepare the drafts and workings, and the Head of Tax reviews them with you.

What you will do

• Prepare corporation tax computations, and tax provisioning schedules in Alphatax
• Compile the tax provision reporting pack, setting out key judgements points
• Review the Group’s quarterly UK VAT returns
• Coordinate EU VAT and corporation tax returns
• Liaise with EU tax agents as key point of contact
• Track EU and Group filing deadlines, and raise any risk early
• Prepare workings for R&D tax credit and capital allowance claims
• Assess Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) exposure
• Support the transfer pricing review
• Opportunity to be involved in wider tax projects

About you

Essential

• Qualified accountant or tax professional (ATT, CTA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent), or close to qualifying
• Tax compliance experience, including UK corporation tax computations in Alphatax or similar software
• Working knowledge of current and deferred tax provisioning, and UK VAT
• Able to produce well-documented first drafts and flag judgement points before reviewA careful, methodical approach, with the ability to manage several deadlines
• Clear communication skills
• Good Excel skills and comfort with financial data from accounting systems

Desirable

• EU corporation tax and VAT compliance, including working with overseas tax agents
• Familiarity with CIS or transfer pricingExperience in a multi-entity, multi-jurisdiction Group

What we offer

ASK4 is a private equity backed technology company providing managed internet, smart building technology and IT services to multi-tenanted buildings across the UK and Europe.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and ensure fair treatment for all, regardless of protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond, to ensure it is accessible and fair for everyone. If you require any adjustments or would like to discuss your needs, please contact us at [e-mail]