1. Gain hands-on experience in VAT and CIS within a large national business.
2. A great step into a more technical and rewarding tax role.
About Our Client
Our client is a growing UK housebuilder formed from two well-established brands, delivering high-quality, sustainable homes across the country. With a strong focus on innovation and accessibility, the business is committed to improving the housing market while continuing to expand its national footprint, offering excellent long-term career opportunities within its finance team.
Job Description
3. Prepare and submit accurate VAT returns across multiple entities within statutory deadlines
4. Review invoices to ensure correct VAT treatment and maintain supporting documentation
5. Complete VAT reclaims and support compliance processes
6. Review payment runs and manual payments for CIS compliance
7. Prepare and submit CIS returns in line with deadlines
8. Support internal stakeholders with VAT and CIS related queries
9. Perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations for tax-related accounts
10. Conduct sampling of expense claims to ensure policy compliance
11. Assist with PAYE Settlement Agreement reporting and data gathering
12. Support the Tax Manager with audits, reporting and ad hoc analysis
The Successful Applicant
13. Experience within finance, such as Accounts Assistant, Payroll, Purchase Ledger or similar
14. Exposure to reconciliations, including bank reconciliations
15. Basic understanding of VAT and/or CIS, although full training will be provided
16. Strong attention to detail and accuracy
17. Good communication skills with the ability to work across multiple teams
18. Proactive approach with strong problem-solving ability
19. Experience within construction or property would be advantageous but not essential
20. Familiarity with COINS would be beneficial, but not required
This role would particularly suit:
21. An Accounts Assistant looking to specialise in tax
22. A Payroll professional with exposure to CIS
23. A Purchase Ledger or Subcontract Ledger Clerk ready to step up
What's on Offer
24. Competitive salary depending on experience
25. Hybrid working model within a UK-wide finance function
26. Bonus scheme
27. 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
28. Holiday buy scheme
29. Company pension scheme
30. Life assurance
31. Employee assistance programme
32. Full training and support to develop tax expertise (including VAT and CIS)
33. Clear progression within a growing finance team