OVERALL SUMMARY
At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don’t tick every box. We celebrate diversity and promote inclusivity. Vacancies are available on a part-time, job-share or full-time basis because we know the best person for the job isn’t always available full-time. Our aim is to facilitate requests wherever possible and managers will consider requests on an individual basis.
Join the Close Brothers Finance Team where you will take responsibility for advising the business and finance teams, as well as taking ownership for the project management of tax projects and deliverables.
Working as part of the Finance team our ideal team member will have previous experience in managing statutory tax compliance deadlines and obligations with excellent analysis skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES
* Manage the Corporation Tax calculations for UK, Channel Islands, and Irish entities. Manage all associated projects e.g. Research and development and capital allowances.
* Ensure that tax computations and returns are filed with the relevant tax authorities, in the correct format and on a timely basis e.g. Corporation tax and PSA returns.
* Assist the line manager and the Tax finance director in ensuring that tax payments are made accurately and on time to the relevant tax authorities.
* Respond to tax related queries from internal or external stakeholders on a timely basis and in a practical/ commercial way e.g. tax advisory to business on a new product or queries from HMRC.
* Provide support to the finance function during reporting periods such as interim and yearend including preparation of detailed taxation calculations and statutory reporting forms.
WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE:
* Experience in direct taxes
* Professional qualification in accounting e.g. ACA, CA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent work experience
IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE:
* Worked in financial services.
* Worked with software tools such as SAP and ALFA.
* Professional qualifications in tax e.g. ATT or CTA
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs that require adjustments to ensure they have a fair and equal opportunity to demonstrate their skills and abilities. Candidates who require the job description or application form in an alternative format, or any other adjustments, are encouraged to email us at or request a call back.
ABOUT US
At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working.
Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250.