Tax and Finance Assistant

BAE Systems; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Tax and Finance Assistant to join their dynamic Tax Operations Team. The role involves preparing VAT and income tax returns, managing financial tasks, and supporting audits. Flexible working arrangements are offered, along with opportunities for professional development. Candidates should have a strong background in finance and compliance, with proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. This position is ideal for those looking to grow their career in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health benefits

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience in finance team supporting daily financial activities.
• Knowledge of Income Tax and Corporation Tax.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and submit VAT and CIS returns.
• Manage annual income tax tasks including P11D submissions.
• Support corporation tax processes and financial audits.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Part-qualified AAT or ACCA

Job description

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Job Description - Tax and Finance Assistant (00126905)

Job Description

Tax and Finance Assistant - 00126905

Description

Job Title: Tax and Finance Assistant

Location: Glascoed Wales, and other site locations may be considered, with the expectation of attending the Glascoed site at least twice per month.We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.

What you’ll be doing:

· Prepare, review, and submit accurate VAT and CIS returns in line with HMRC deadlines and guidance

· Complete VAT reconciliations, resolving discrepancies and ensuring accounts are accurate

· Manage annual income tax tasks including P11D and Class 1A submissions

· Support corporation tax processes through tax pack reviews and coordination with the Tax Capability Centre

· Prepare and review financial journals and contribute to monthly accounting processes

· Liaise with internal departments to resolve finance-related queries and issues

· Provide support during audits, ensuring compliance and transparent financial practices

· Assist with team leadership by supporting assistant accountants and covering for senior accountants when required

Your skills and experiences:

· Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office in a professional environment, particularly within Excel

· Previous experience working in a finance team, supporting day-to-day financial activities

· Understanding of financial regulations and compliance requirements

· Knowledge of Income Tax and Corporation Tax, with previous experience in these areas

· Part-qualified AAT or ACCA

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Tax Operations Team:

Join our dynamic Tax Operations Team, where flexibility and career development are key. We offer flexible working arrangements and, after 12 months, the opportunity to access study support for professional qualifications. This role provides a diverse mix of income tax and VAT work, allowing you to gain valuable experience across tax operations. Your attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and proactive approach to problem-solving will be essential in supporting the team’s objectives. As part of this collaborative team, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial accounting, contributing to the ongoing success of the business.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 29th May 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.