Tax Analyst

SSE Enterprise; Scotland; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy firm based in the UK seeks a Tax Analyst to join their team. The successful candidate will be involved in VAT and environmental tax compliance, prepare employment tax returns, and provide valuable insights to finance teams on tax matters. Candidates should have a Chartered Tax Advisor qualification or equivalent, and experience with ERP systems and tax compliance tools is essential. This position offers a competitive salary and a range of flexible benefits.

Benefits

Private healthcare discounts

Gym membership discounts

Interest-free loans for transport

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Chartered Tax Advisor, CA, or ACCA qualification preferred.
• Experience with VAT and environmental tax compliance.
• Familiarity with ERP and tax compliance software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with VAT and environmental tax compliance.
• Prepare employment tax returns and employee tax advice.
• Engage with finance teams on tax-related issues.

Skills

VAT and environmental tax compliance

Tax reporting and analysis

Tax technology solutions implementation

Communication with finance teams

Education

Chartered Tax Advisor qualification or CA/ACCA

Tools

Oracle

SAP

AlphaTax

OneSource

Alteryx

Job description

Tax Analyst

Base Location: Glasgow or Perth

Salary: £42,600 - £64,000 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | options available

Details

• Job Number: 557141
• Closing at: Jan 25 2026 - 23:55 GMT

The Role

As a Tax Analyst, you will work as part of our Tax team and alongside finance teams throughout the wider group to help deliver SSE’s strategy including its ambitious Net Zero Acceleration Programme.

You will

• Assist with VAT and environmental tax compliance for the SSE Group.
• Prepare employment tax returns and advise employees on employment tax matters
• Assist with tax accounting, reporting and analysis.
• Advise the wider Finance Teams and businesses across tax related issues.
• Assist in the implementation of tax technology solutions and process improvement to streamline and improve tax compliance.

You will have

• A Chartered Tax Advisor qualification or an accounting qualification (CA/ACCA) or be in the latter stages of qualification.
• Tax experience at a leading accounting firm and/or in-house tax department with a particular focus on compliance, reporting and analysis.
• Experience of using relevant software and systems such as ERPs (Oracle, SAP, etc), tax compliance or analysis tools such as AlphaTax, OneSource or Alteryx.

About SSE

SSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.

Our Finance teams create value for all SSE business areas and play a key role in fulfilling our obligations as a FTSE100 UK-listed company. In a highly regulated and competitive environment, their experts keep us powering ahead by identifying efficiencies, providing advice and optimising our financial strategies.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact / 01738 344763 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.