Tax Accountant
St. James's Place (SJP) works in partnership to plan, grow and protect our clients’ financial futures. We deliver personalised, face-to-face financial advice to our clients, who trust us to manage their money to reach their goals. We provide this service via the Partnership, a network of qualified, expert advisors. We put financial wellbeing and responsible business choices at the heart of everything we do. We believe in the value of difference and know that diverse teams can help us problem solve and innovate for clients.
We look for people to join SJP to make an impact and to contribute to our culture which is based around long term relationships, doing the right thing, and being the best version of ourselves.
Location: Cirencester Office
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Employment Type: 12 month Fixed-Term Contract
Seniority: Mid-Senior Level
We are seeking a Tax Accountant who will play a pivotal role in supporting our Group Tax Director, Deputy Group Tax Director, and Head of Corporate Tax in the application of policies and procedures relating to SJP group’s tax affairs, specifically VAT, corporate taxes and employment taxes.
What you'll be doing:
- Ownership of the day-to-day tax compliance for group companies in relation to VAT. Including preparation of Group VAT return for review by Deputy Group Tax Director, and onward submission to HMRC.
- Oversight of the VAT compliance of group companies with separate VAT registrations. To include audit reviews.
- Ownership of the day-to-day corporation tax compliance for group companies, including preparation of corporation returns for review by Head of Corporate Tax, submission to HMRC, calculation of quarterly instalment payments and other corporation tax administration matters.
- Responsibility for fund tax oversight, including validation of the calculations performed by our outsource providers through to ultimate reporting of fund tax liability at company level. Liaison with these outsource providers as required and preparation of monthly and quarterly fund tax payments.
- Support the corporate tax team in delivering monthly / half year / year end BAU tax accounting and reporting.
- Ownership of the employee tax Global Mobility process, collation of data and liaison with outsource providers.
- Maintain a solid understanding of regular VAT and corporate tax processes and provide assistance to the areas as required becoming the first point of call for colleagues on relevant tax queries
- Support to Group Tax Department on projects and activities, as required.
Who we’re looking for:
- To either be a qualified Accountant or Association of Taxation Technicians (or similar). CTA qualification is desirable, but otherwise a strong background in Corporation Tax or VAT is sufficient.
- Strong understanding of VAT and corporate tax principles.
- Previous experience in the financial services industry preferred.
- Proficiency in Excel and Word.
Skills:
- Analytical approach with the ability to think critically and tackle complex issues.
- Effective time management and prioritisation skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Additional Information
- Occasional travel to UK locations may be required.
What's in it for you?
- Non-Contributory Pension – 10% (increasing with length of service up to 15%) with further pension matching.
- Parental leave – 6 months full pay
- 28 days holiday entitlement plus bank holidays (based on full-time equivalent) with the option to buy up to an additional 5 days holiday
Flexible Working
We know that everyone works best in
different ways, at different times and in different environments. We have
introduced a hybrid working policy to provide greater flexibility for part-time
work, job-sharing, remote working, and flexibility on hours. Our people are
encouraged to work in a flexible way that suits their lifestyle, so please ask
the question and start a conversation!
Research tells us that applicants (especially those from underrepresented groups) can be put off from applying for a role if they do not meet all the criteria or have been on an extended career-break. If you think you would be a good match for this role and can demonstrate some transferable experience please apply, regardless of whether you tick every box.
Reasonable Adjustments
We're an equal opportunities employer and want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive for all, if you require reasonable adjustment(s) at any stage please let us know by emailing us at [email protected]
What's next?
Our team will be in touch. As a business regulated by the FCA we would advise you to familiarise yourself with the conduct regulations and in particular consumer duty obligations prior to an interview with SJP.
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