Tax Accountant

Errigal Contracts Ltd; Ireland; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Errigal is a leading construction group seeking a Tax Accountant to ensure tax compliance across ROI, the UK and Europe, supporting the finance team with accurate tax reporting and planning.

The role involves liaising with auditors and tax authorities, preparing filings, and contributing to process improvements while aligning payroll and HR with tax strategies within the group.

Qualifications

• Experience in tax accounting for ROI, UK and Europe.
• Professional accounting qualification preferred.
• Knowledge of EU VAT cross-border compliance.
• Experience with audits and tax filings.

Responsibilities

• Ensure tax compliance across ROI, UK, and Europe.
• Prepare and file VAT, corporation tax, and other tax returns.
• Collaborate with payroll and HR to optimize taxation.
• Support month-end and year-end close with tax provisions.
• Liaise with auditors and tax authorities.
• Assist with tax planning and optimization strategies.

Job description

At Errigal, we're more than just a market-leading construction company, we're a community built on respect, integrity, inclusivity, and transparency. Our success is driven by the people who bring passion and purpose to every project, and we believe that when our team thrives, so does our business. With specialist expertise in partition systems, external façades, interior fit-out, ceilings, and bespoke solutions, we take pride not only in what we build, but in how we build it together. Our culture is grounded in trust, collaboration, and continuous growth, creating an environment where every individual is valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful impact. If you're looking to join a company that celebrates its people as much as its projects, where your voice is heard, your ideas are encouraged, and your development is a shared priority, we'd love to welcome you to Errigal.

About the Role

We are currently seeking a Tax Accountant to join our dynamic Finance Team, a motivated and detail-oriented professional who will play a key role in ensuring tax compliance and supporting the continued financial strength of our organisation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all tax regulations and reporting requirements across ROI, UK, and European jurisdictions.
• Prepare and file various tax returns for entities in the UK, ROI and European countries. Returns including but not limited to VAT, RCT, CIS, PAYE, PRSI, Corporation Tax and Statistical Returns (VIES, Intrastat etc.)
• Work with processing teams to ensure full compliance in AP and AR across all jurisdictions.
• Work closely with payroll and HR to optimise employment models throughout the group (UK, ROI and Europe).
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations and tax provisions.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the business.
• Liaise with auditors, tax authorities, and internal stakeholders.
• Assist with tax planning and optimization strategies.
• Provide support for finance projects and process improvements.

Key Skills Qualifications & Experience Requirements

• BA in Finance, or a related field, a professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent) preferred and CTA qualified.
• Proven experience in tax accounting, ideally in an industry setting.
• Demonstrable experience in preparing all tax returns for both ROI and UK entities.
• In-depth knowledge of European VAT law, including cross-border VAT compliance and risk assessment.
• Experience with tax compliance, filings, and audits.Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity, inclusion, ethical recruitment, and the prevention of modern slavery in all its forms.