Tax Assistant

Motor Fuel Group; St Albans; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the United Kingdom is seeking a proactive Tax Assistant to support the Group Tax Manager in various tax-related tasks. This role provides excellent development opportunities within corporate tax, employment taxes, and VAT, along with the chance to gain professional qualification as a Taxation Technician after a six-month probation period.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills and project management abilities.
• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure and take ownership of tasks.
• Previous experience in finance or accounting is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and collate capital allowances data.
• Prepare Structural Building Allowances statements for Corporate Tax returns.
• Produce monthly VAT reconciliations.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Project management skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Strong interpersonal skills

Self-motivated and proactive

Tools

NetSuite

Verisae

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Probation: 6-month probation period, with an apprenticeship opportunity upon successful completion

Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Tax Assistant to support our Group Tax Manager in the preparation and organisation of financial and tax-related data. This role offers an excellent development opportunity for someone looking to start a career in tax, with hands-on experience across multiple tax areas and the potential to undertake a professional apprenticeship as a Taxation Technician.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Tax

• Manage and collate capital allowances data
• Build relationships with quantity surveyors and suppliers
• Use systems such as NetSuite (accounting) and Verisae (capital maintenance)
• Assist with data analysis for quarterly tax-sensitive accounts
• Prepare Structural Building Allowances statements for Corporate Tax returns
• Gather data and assist in preparation of Corporation Tax rollover relief elections
• Liaise with HR for company-leased car data for tax returns

Employment Taxes

• Work with the wider business to prepare the annual PAYE Settlement Agreement

VAT (Support Role)

• Produce monthly VAT reconciliations
• Assist with corrections in conjunction with the wider finance team
• Prepare quarterly VAT group returns and post VAT journals
• Support ad-hoc VAT-related projects

Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT)

• Review and log relevant correspondence
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external advisors

Person Specification

• Ownership and accountability for tasks
• Strong organisational and project management skills
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Able to meet deadlines under pressure
• Energetic, enthusiastic, and resilient
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Previous experience in finance, accounting, or a similar role is beneficial but not essential

Development & Progression

Upon successful completion of the six-month probation, you will have the opportunity to undertake an apprenticeship to become a Professional Taxation Technician, providing a structured route to qualification while gaining valuable experience on the job.