Forterra - Northampton Office, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom
Job Description
Posted Thursday 24 July 2025 at 00:00 | Expires Thursday 21 August 2025 at 23:59
We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Northampton team in the position of Tax Accountant.
Your duties would include but not be limited to the following:
* All direct and indirect tax compliance processes including preparing and submitting Corporation Tax computations and QIP’s.
* Oversee preparation of quarterly VAT returns and undertake first level review.
* Ensure compliance with all statutory deadlines for all tax filings and payments.
* Work with external consultants and the wider business to maximise R&D credit claims.
* Seek opportunities to maximise tax reliefs and efficiencies to optimise tax liabilities through effective tax planning, considering the Company’s risk appetite.
* Provide support to the Head of Tax in technical tax matters.
* Handle tax accounting for year-end and half-year-end, budgets, and forecasts. Manage external audit requirements for tax.
* Forecast all cash tax payments for cash flow purposes.
* Assist with the tax control framework to ensure alignment with best practices and compliance with SAO and CCO requirements.
* Assist in setting and reviewing tax strategy and policy for the company.
* Ensure adherence to the off-payroll worker policy within the business.
* Provide internal tax advisory services, supporting HR and Payroll with employment tax matters as needed.
* Actively participate in training and mentoring junior members of the finance team.
About You:
* CTA qualified/part-qualified preferred, or ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified with at least 3 years’ experience in a tax role.
* Ability to prioritise and work under tight deadlines.
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to develop strong working relationships across the business.
* Highly analytical and detail-oriented.
* Up-to-date knowledge of UK tax legislation.
What We Can Offer You:
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Life assurance and company pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution.
* Gym benefit and Cycle to Work Scheme.
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme for self and family members.
* Employee referral scheme.
* Service awards.
* Holiday exchange scheme.
* Financial wellbeing program.
* Private medical cover.
* Personal development opportunities and career progression.
* Company annual bonus scheme.
About Forterra:
We are a leading manufacturer of a diverse range of concrete and clay building products used extensively within the construction sector. Our trusted brands include Thermalite blocks, Bison Precast, and London Brick.
Our product range includes clay bricks, aircrete blocks, aggregate blocks, precast concrete, flooring products, permeable paving, chimney, roofing, and flue systems.
Forterra’s purpose is to build lasting legacies by manufacturing products that support our customers’ construction projects.
We are committed to industry-leading safety standards and aim for zero harm in our workplaces.
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