Tax Specialist

GPC Finance; Kildare; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health insurance

Contributory pension scheme

Wellness programme

Access to a digital fitness platform

Employee Assistance Programme

Performance-related bonus

Regular compensation reviews

Paid volunteering days

Long-term illness cover

Life assurance

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Cycle-to-work scheme

Job summary

A leading organisation in the residential development sector is seeking a skilled Tax Specialist to join its finance team. This role involves supporting tax reporting requirements, preparing compliance submissions, and monitoring changes in tax legislation. Candidates should possess a CTA or ACA qualification and preferably have experience in the construction industry. The company offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, and opportunities for career development in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Chartered Tax Advisor (CTA) qualification and/or Chartered Accountant (ACA) qualification required.
• Experience in or understanding of the construction industry is desirable.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, particularly Microsoft Business Central, is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support half-year and year-end tax reporting requirements for financial audits.
• Identify and resolve technical tax issues, preparing detailed analyses.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the business.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Chartered Tax Advisor (CTA)

Chartered Accountant (ACA)

Tools

Microsoft Business Central

Tax technology tools

Job description

A leading organisation in the residential development sector is seeking a skilled Tax Specialist to join its finance team. The company is committed to delivering high‑quality homes and fostering thriving communities through continuous innovation in planning, design, and construction. Employees enjoy a collaborative, inclusive environment where ideas are valued and long‑term career development is supported.

Responsibilities

• Support half‑year and year‑end tax reporting requirements for financial audits.
• Assist in preparing tax compliance submissions, with a focus on corporation tax, RCT, and VAT.
• Identify and resolve technical tax issues, preparing detailed analyses and engaging subject‑matter experts where necessary.
• Oversee and maintain the organisation’s property tax registry, including local property tax, vacant homes tax, residential zoned land tax, and help‑to‑buy schemes.
• Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the business.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams to ensure timely communication of potential tax implications arising from legislative updates.
• Provide ad‑hoc tax consultancy to various business units (e.g., investment teams) on matters such as VAT, corporation tax, stamp duty, RCT, payroll taxes, and share option schemes.
• Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency through improved processes and automation.
• Conduct ongoing reviews of internal controls and compliance procedures.

Requirements

• Chartered Tax Advisor (CTA) qualification and /or Chartered Accountant (ACA) qualification.
• Experience in or understanding of the construction industry is desirable.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, particularly Microsoft Business Central, is an advantage.
• Experience with tax technology, automation, or AI tools is beneficial.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• A “right‑first‑time” mindset and the ability to work independently under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain tax impacts clearly.
• Proven ability to build effective working relationships across teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary €65,000 – €70,000
• Comprehensive health insurance for employees and dependents.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Wellness programme with year‑round events and activities.
• Access to a digital fitness platform.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Performance‑related bonus.
• Regular compensation reviews.
• Paid volunteering days.
• Long‑term illness cover and life assurance.
• Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Commitment to equal opportunities and an inclusive recruitment process. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

If you are aTax Specialist considering a career move, please don’t hesitate to send your CV orcontact Katie Garvey for a confidential discussion. GPC Finance will not share any applicant’s CV with clients without prior consent after a comprehensive discussion. Rest assured that all conversations will be handled with the utmost confidentiality.