Job Title: Direct Tax Accountant ?? Location: Rushmere, Craigavon, Northern Ireland Purpose of the Role As a Direct Tax Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in delivering value-added financial and tax reporting services to various business units across the group.
The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.
Reporting to the Direct Tax Lead, you will ensure the accurate and timely provision of financial and tax information to key stakeholders including Senior Managers RTR, Head of Financial Services, and wider teams.
This is a dynamic and diverse role suited to a flexible, solutions-oriented professional with strong ERP and IT capabilities.
Key Responsibilities As Direct Tax accountant you will support the Direct Tax Lead in managing tax declarations and reporting for multiple business units.
Prepare and submit periodic tax and financial reports to HMRC/Revenue.
Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting to Pilgrims US.
Ensure all reporting aligns with group and statutory deadlines.
Deliver key balance sheet reconciliations and support statutory accounting.
Assist with SAO administration, Country-by-Country Reporting, and Pillar 2 analysis.
Support annual corporation tax computations and quarterly instalment payments.
Collaborate across finance teams to ensure consistency and best practice.
Participate in cross-functional projects, offering financial and tax expertise.
Uphold high standards of financial integrity and company values.
Coach and support junior team members.
Skills & Experience Required ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CTA qualified (or qualified by experience) with minimum 2 years post-qualification experience.
Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and UK corporate tax.
Experience preparing and reviewing corporation tax computations.
Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
Advanced IT proficiency, especially in Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Strong problem-solving mindset and collaborative approach.
Why Join Us? Very competitive salary Excellent healthcare benefits, including access to a 24/7 GP service and physio sessions. xjlbheb
33 holiday days each year (25 days flexible booking with 8 bank holidays).
Additionally we offer a holiday purchase scheme Free onsite parking Discounted staff shopping as well as a range of discounts across Rushmere shopping centre Free will writing service Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Access to study support for relevant examinations (ACCA, CIMA etc.) Please note: This role is fully office-based with no hybrid or remote working options .