[ref. r88328204] Interim Senior Tax Accountant

About Our Client

Our client is a large organisation that operates globally within the FMCG industry. Renowned for their commitment to quality and innovation, they are a leader in their field, providing products and services to a diverse range of consumers and businesses.

Job Description

VAT:

• Prepare and submit VAT returns for both Ireland and UK submissions.
• Conduct monthly reconciliations of all VAT accounts for the UK and Ireland.
• Create reconciliation templates for monthly VAT returns, including the training and development of staff on VAT-related matters.
• Participate in the migration of VAT submissions to new MTD software.
• Prepare VAT forecast versus actuals for cash flow forecasts.

Corporate Reporting:

• Prepare current and deferred tax monthly calculations and journals.
• Conduct monthly and quarterly balance sheet reconciliations for the UK and Ireland.
• Review and explain current and deferred tax movements for monthly and quarterly reporting.
• Support on the group effective tax rate exercise (forecasting/actuals vs forecast analysis)

Corporation Tax:

Support on:

• Preparation of the tax note for statutory accounts.
• Analysis of fixed asset acquisitions for capital allowance (including SBA's) claims.
• Analysis of P&L expenditure for corporation tax returns.
• CIR calculations and GPA allocations.
• Group loss relief allocation.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Tax Accountant should have:

• Proven experience in a tax and compliance role, with a strong financial reporting background.
• Knowledge of UK and Ireland tax regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to train and mentor team members.
• Proactive and innovative mindset, with the ability to take initiative and drive improvements.
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines, particularly during month-end reporting periods.

• A competitive salary of £450 per day, with an estimated range between £405 and £495.
• The opportunity to work for a globally recognised organisation in the FMCG industry.
• A supportive work environment that encourages development and recognises achievements.
• The opportunity to work in Reading, a vibrant city with excellent transport links.

If you're looking for a rewarding and challenging role within the FMCG industry and believe you meet the criteria for the Tax Accountant role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to be a part of our team in Reading.