Full job descriptionAn excellent opportunity for a Tax Assistant to join a growing Group Finance function, supporting tax compliance, reporting and analysis across a nationwide business. This role offers strong exposure to VAT, CIS and wider tax processes, making it ideal for someone looking to step into a specialist tax position within industry.


Client Details
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.


Description
*Prepare and submit accurate VAT returns across multiple entities within statutory deadlines
*Review invoices to ensure correct VAT treatment and maintain supporting documentation
*Complete VAT reclaims and support compliance processes
*Review payment runs and manual payments for CIS compliance
*Prepare and submit CIS returns in line with deadlines
*Support internal stakeholders with VAT and CIS related queries
*Perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations for tax-related accounts
*Conduct sampling of expense claims to ensure policy compliance
*Assist with PAYE Settlement Agreement reporting and data gathering
*Support the Tax Manager with audits, reporting and ad hoc analysis


Profile
*Experience within finance, such as Accounts Assistant, Payroll, Purchase Ledger or similar
*Exposure to reconciliations, including bank reconciliations
*Basic understanding of VAT and/or CIS, although full training will be provided
*Strong attention to detail and accuracy
*Good communication skills with the ability to work across multiple teams
*Proactive approach with strong problem-solving ability
*Experience within construction or property would be advantageous but not essential
*Familiarity with COINS would be beneficial, but not required
This role would particularly suit:
*An Accounts Assistant looking to specialise in tax
*A Payroll professional with exposure to CIS
*A Purchase Ledger or Subcontract Ledger Clerk ready to step up
Job Offer
*Competitive salary depending on experience
*Hybrid working model within a UK-wide finance function
*Bonus scheme
*26 days holiday plus bank holidays
*Holiday buy scheme
*Company pension scheme
*Life assurance
*Employee assistance programme
*Full training and support to develop tax expertise (including VAT and CIS)
*Clear progression within a growing finance team