Tax Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established business in Edinburgh is seeking a Tax Assistant to join their growing team. The role offers excellent long-term development opportunities and involves preparing tax returns, supporting VAT and PAYE compliance, and improving tax processes. Candidates should have a solid corporate tax background and desire to obtain an ATT qualification, with study support provided.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in corporate tax essential.
• Desire to pursue ATT qualification (study support provided).

Responsibilities

• Assisting with corporation tax return preparation and submission.
• Inputting tax computations and performing checks using tax software.
• Supporting VAT return reviews and submissions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Self-motivated

Problem-solving

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

ATT qualification

Job description

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Change Accountancy and Finance are working with a well-established business in Edinburgh to recruit a Tax Assistant to their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a solid corporate tax background who’s looking to join a supportive team with strong long-term development opportunities.

Working closely with the team’s Manager and wider finance teams, your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with corporation tax return preparation and submission to HMRC
• Inputting tax computations and performing final checks using tax software
• Supporting VAT return reviews and submissions, including import VAT matters
• Assisting with PAYE compliance tasks such as PSA returns, termination payments, and IR35 assessments
• Responding to tax queries and supporting tax compliance across the business
• Helping drive improvements in tax compliance processes and automation

Requirements for the role:

• Strong experience in corporate tax essential
• ATT qualification or desire to pursue qualification (study support provided)
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Self-motivated with a problem-solving approach
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Salary between £35,000 - £40,000 per annum DOE plus benefits. Hybrid working week offered.