Tax Reporting Associate Director

Grant Thornton (UK); City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tailored development programmes

Flexible bank holidays

Pension and life assurance

Private medical and health benefits

Shopping and gym membership discounts

Job summary

Grant Thornton (UK) is seeking a qualified tax audit professional to deliver high-quality services for large audit clients, focusing on complex UK and international tax matters.

The role requires strong knowledge of corporate tax legislation and the ability to manage complex assignments. Benefits include tailored development programmes, flexible working options, and a competitive salary package.

Expect to engage in business development and support the operational management of the tax reporting team.

Qualifications

• Minimum professional qualification with post-qualification experience.
• Desire to build a specialism in tax reporting.
• Familiarity with IAS12 and FRS102.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality tax audit services to large audit clients.
• Provide exposure to complex UK and international tax matters.
• Act as key contact for tax reporting and audit matters.
• Support operational management of the tax reporting team.
• Engage in business development activities.

Skills

Strong knowledge of UK corporate tax legislation

Strong tax accounting knowledge

Experience undertaking tax audits

Experience working within a professional services environment

Experience reviewing work and supervising people

Eagerness to develop deep knowledge of firm’s services

Education

Professional qualification (CTA/ACA/ACCA or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Grant Thornton is a leading audit, tax and advisory firm, offering services that combine strategic insight, curiosity and genuine partnership with an inclusive culture and work‑life balance.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Partner & Director team to deliver high‑quality tax audit services to the firm’s largest audit clients, with primary focus on the public interest market.
• Provide exposure to complex UK and international tax matters and build relationships with overseas member firms.
• Deliver tax reporting and complex corporate tax compliance services, supporting the wider firm on related projects and advisory work.
• Act as key contact for tax reporting and tax audit matters, developing thought leadership and training on changes in accounting standards.
• Support operational management of the tax reporting team, including resourcing, training and quality reviews.
• Engage in business development activities to support the firm’s go‑to‑market strategy for audit and tax growth.
• Collaborate with a supportive team and grow your career in a way that works for you.

Qualifications

Minimum: Professional qualification (CTA/ACA/ACCA or equivalent) with post‑qualification experience and a desire to build a specialism in tax reporting.

• Strong knowledge of UK corporate tax legislation and a working knowledge of international concepts.
• Strong tax accounting knowledge with particular familiarity of IAS12 and FRS102.
• Experience undertaking tax audits as a specialist or expert.
• Experience working within a professional services environment and managing complex assignments with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience reviewing work and supervising people in a tax environment.
• Eagerness to develop deep knowledge of the firm’s services and capabilities.

Culture & Values

We value purpose‑driven people who are actively curious, candid but kind. Our inclusive culture encourages everyone to flourish and perform at their best.

Benefits

• Tailored development programmes and access to coaching.
• Flexible bank holidays and the option to celebrate important days.
• Benefits including pension, life assurance, private medical, additional holiday purchasing and health benefits.
• Discounts on shopping, gym memberships and financial advice.
• Competitive salary and reward package.

How we work

We follow a trust‑based way of working, allowing flexibility in where, how and when you work to maintain a balance between work and life. Flexible working options such as reduced hours, compressed workweeks and the "how we work" framework are available to all roles.