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We are currently looking for an experiencedTax Accountantto join our large friendly team based in Birmingham. Although the role is based at our Solihull Head Office, we are currently employing a flexible, hybrid working model (2 days per week in the office). This role is part of our Statutory Accounts and Tax team so offers the opportunity to get involved in the broader statutory accounts programme as well as having a specific focus on Tarmac's indirect taxes.
Here at Tarmac, we are working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it is important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.
Main Responsibilities
The Tax Accountant will aspire to be a subject matter expert for R2R on tax, supported by the Assistant Manager, partnering with relevant key business stakeholders in order to prepare and submit accurate returns for Tarmac'sindirect taxes on a timely basis.
Preparing relevant reporting of effective financial information and management accounting at each month end and through the month as required. Part of a highly competent team, taking the lead on preparation of tax compliance and working closely with the rest of the team, also providing support to the wider statutory accounts and tax team, working in collaboration with them around any tax compliance deadlines, to enable the team to deliver the statutory accounts timetable. Contributing to the team’s high quality output and maintain accurate recording of transactions and ensure accounting is in line with CRH accounting policies and accounting standards, with the support of Assistant Manager.
Preparation of Tarmac's indirect tax returns (including VAT, aggregates levy, landfill tax and CIS), to ensure they are completed accurately and to deadline.
Working to improve efficiency and end to end processes for indirect taxes, looking to automate where possible.
Preparation of the statutory accounts and tax packs
Completion of high quality balance Sheet reconciliations in accordance with guidelines and timetables.
Review of journals and balance sheet reconciliations.
Prepare reporting as required for own area of focus including quarterly financial reporting
Input into or completion of Sox controls as required.
Play a key role in responding to audit requests or queries.
Ownership for process, policy and procedures for indirect tax compliance
Supervising more junior team members, coaching and developing other team members including Assistant Tax Accountant and Tax Apprentice.The Ideal Candidate
A part qualified individual or someone who is actively studying (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or CTA )
Previous accounts preparation experience an advantage.
Essential: Strong knowledgeof tax and previous tax experience
Essential: Up to date knowledgeof IFRS, UK GAAP and related accounting rules
Able to deal with large quantities of complex data – excel skills essential.
Has experience of an internal control framework, such as Sarbanes Oxley
Good understanding of accounting and tax principles
Has prepared both journals and reconciliations to high standard, and able to demonstrate what good looks like when it comes to narrating and evidencing journals and balance sheet reconciliations
Attention to detail, able to work to tight deadlines and able to escalate issues confidently
Good knowledge of accounting and financial systems
SAP system knowledge is desirable
BlackLine system knowledge is desirable#In addition to this role we also offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits including:
Bonus scheme
Enhanced holiday entitlement
Contributory pension scheme
Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc.(REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
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Tarmac, a CRH company, is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
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