Your new company

An outstanding energy organisation currently has a vacancy to join their tax team as a Tax Assistant Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for a ambitious tax professional to join a growing organisation and are offering a competitive salary and a hybrid working arrangement. The role is based in Birchwood, just outside of Warrington, and it is a full-time, permanent position.

Your new role

As a Tax Assistant Manager, you will report directly to the Head of Tax. You will be responsible for ensuring that the company meets its compliance obligations in respect of Indirect and Excise Duty taxes, particularly the Registered Dealers in Controlled Oils (RDCO) compliance obligations (with full training provided). Additionally, you will have exposure to other taxes such as Corporation Tax.

• Assisting with the preparation, review, and submission of various tax returns, including VAT, Duty, RDCO, and Plastic Packaging Tax.
• Managing indirect tax compliance risks and developing processes and controls, alongside conducting reviews and audits of current compliance processes.
• Identifying training needs and delivering training internally or managing external provision.
• Assisting the Head of Tax with tax governance, such as Senior Accounting Officer duties and maintaining the risk register.
• Preparing monthly corporation tax calculations.
• Working with external advisors on capital allowance claims and managing the corporation tax compliance process.
• Acting as a key contact for tax queries within the business.
• Handling communications with HMRC.
• Collaborating with the Head of Tax on integration of acquisitions and ad hoc projects.

What you'll need to succeed

• Qualified Accountant or Tax Advisor (part qualified will be considered).
• Experience in indirect tax and duties is desirable.
• Experience or awareness of Corporate Tax.
• Critical thinking skills to interrogate data and processes to improve the control environment.
• Strong communication skills required to challenge and escalate issues where appropriate.
• Ability to manage various projects and take ownership.
• Intermediate Excel skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interact with senior management.

What you'll get in return

• 28 working days paid holiday (including bank holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Employee assistance program
• Medical insurance
• Hybrid working

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