Tax Accountant

Michael Page; Sittingbourne; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25 days leave (+ bank holidays)

Pension contribution up to 12%

Annual bonus

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting a Tax Accountant in Sittingbourne to manage UK corporation tax computations, returns and related compliance. You will support HMRC enquiries, VAT compliance and provide insights to aid decision-making.

The role targets a recently qualified corporate tax specialist or someone with in-industry tax experience, offering a hybrid working pattern and a strong salary package. This is a pivotal first step into industry for a qualified professional.

Qualifications

• ACCA/ACA/CTA/ATT qualified or close to qualification.
• Experience preparing and reviewing corporate tax computations, returns and related compliance activities.
• Knowledge of tax accounting, deferred tax and/or VAT compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g. SAP).
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative and commercially aware, able to work with finance and wider business teams.
• Proactive and committed to continuous improvement, innovation, automation and high-quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and submit UK corporation tax computations, returns and related tax provisions for statutory reporting.
• Manage corporate tax compliance, including deferred tax calculations, disclosures and emerging tax requirements.
• Support HMRC enquiries, audits and information requests, coordinating responses and analysis.
• Deliver VAT compliance activities, including returns, audits and HMRC interactions.
• Provide VAT and indirect tax advice on business transactions, new activities and routes to market.
• Identify, assess and help manage tax risks and opportunities across corporate and indirect taxes.
• Provide tax support for transactions, restructurings, integrations, audits and business change projects.
• Ensure accurate tax reporting and controls, supporting transfer pricing, process improvement, automation and AI-enabled efficiencies.

Education

ACCA/ACA/CTA/ATT qualified (or close to qualification)

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

As a Tax Accountant in the manufacturing/pharmaceutical industry based in Sittingbourne, you'll handle tax compliance and reporting to help the business stay on track with its financial obligations. Your role will involve ensuring accuracy in tax filings and providing valuable insights to support decision‑making.

Client Details

I am pleased to be supporting a leading manufacturing/pharmaceutical business in Sittingbourne with their recruitment of a Tax Accountant. This role is an ideal match for a recently qualified corporate tax specialist in practice who is seeking a first step into industry. Or alternatively, the position could be a great fit for a Tax Accountant who has trained in industry and is seeking a fresh challenge.

Description

• Prepare, review and submit UK corporation tax computations, returns and related tax provisions for statutory reporting.
• Manage corporate tax compliance, including deferred tax calculations, disclosures and emerging tax requirements.
• Support HMRC enquiries, audits and information requests, coordinating responses and analysis.
• Deliver VAT compliance activities, including returns, audits and HMRC interactions.
• Provide VAT and indirect tax advice on business transactions, new activities and routes to market.
• Identify, assess and help manage tax risks and opportunities across corporate and indirect taxes.
• Provide tax support for transactions, restructurings, integrations, audits and business change projects.
• Ensure accurate tax reporting and controls, supporting transfer pricing, process improvement, automation and AI‑enabled efficiencies.

Profile

• ACCA/ACA/CTA/ATT qualified (or close to qualification).
• Experience preparing and reviewing corporate tax computations, returns and related compliance activities.
• Knowledge of tax accounting, deferred tax and/or VAT compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g. SAP), advanced Excel and tax compliance software (desirable).
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative and commercially aware, able to work effectively with finance and wider business teams.
• Professional, proactive and committed to continuous improvement, innovation, automation and high‑quality standards.

Job Offer

• Highly competitive salary.
• Annual bonus.
• PMI.
• 25 days leave (+ bank holidays).
• Pension contribution up to a maximum of 12% (6% employee).
• Hybrid working.