Tax Accountant (12 month FTC)

The Advocate Group; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG company is seeking a qualified Tax Accountant to join their in-house tax team in Glasgow. The role involves corporate tax compliance, advisory responsibilities, and working closely with the finance team. You'll benefit from a competitive salary, private medical insurance, and a flexible hybrid working environment, along with a culture that champions well-being and inclusivity.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Up to 13% ER pension

28 days' holiday + public holidays

Discounts on premium products

Flexible hybrid working

Wellbeing support

Vibrant inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Professional accounting/tax qualification or significant relevant experience.
• Strong skills in corporation tax and tax accounting.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare UK corporate tax returns and supporting analyses.
• Deliver tax computations for statutory accounts.
• Assist with quarterly plastic packaging tax returns.

Skills

Corporation tax knowledge

Tax accounting knowledge

Collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Professional accounting/tax qualification

Tools

Alphatax

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Are you a qualified tax professional looking to make an impact in a global, high-profile FMCG business? A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join the in-house tax team of one of the world's most prestigious producers and distributors of premium spirits and wines. With an award-winning portfolio enjoyed in over 160 countries, this is your chance to be part of a company that champions heritage, innovation, and conviviality.

As a Tax Accountant, you'll work closely with the Tax Manager and wider finance team to support the Group's corporate tax compliance, reporting and advisory responsibilities. This is a varied role with the opportunity to get involved in areas such as employment tax, transfer pricing, and plastic packaging tax, with full training provided where required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare UK corporate tax returns and supporting analyses
• Deliver tax computations, current and deferred tax notes for statutory accounts
• Prepare IFRS tax reporting for group consolidation
• Support with PAYE Settlement Agreements and Corporate Interest Restriction returns
• Assist with quarterly plastic packaging tax returns
• Contribute to tax governance, transfer pricing documentation, and process improvement
• Provide internal advisory support on UK tax matters

What We're Looking For:

• A professional accounting/tax qualification or significant relevant experience
• Strong corporation tax and tax accounting knowledge (practice or industry)
• Familiarity with tax software (e.g., Alphatax) and Excel proficiency
• A collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills

What's in it for You?

• Private medical insurance
• Up to 13% ER pension
• 28 days' holiday + public holidays
• Discounts on premium products and retail perks
• Flexible hybrid working, wellbeing support, and a vibrant, inclusive culture

We look forward to your application for this exciting opportunity.

The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

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• Competitive salary and a broad range of employee benefits
• We prioritise your well-being with a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support you both personally and professionally.
• Competitive salary and a broad range of employee benefits
• We prioritise your well-being with a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support you both personally and professionally.