Graduate Tax Assistant

Overview

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We’re looking for a recent Accounting graduate to join our Tax Team at Market Drayton Head Office. The role is hybrid, with 2 days per week (Tuesday/Wednesday) at the Market Drayton offices. Support will be provided to gain your ATT (Association of Tax Technicians) qualification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare foreign VAT returns and reclaims
• Support Alcoholic Ingredients Relief claims and reconciliations
• Review VAT for new products and competitions
• Maintain and monitor tax trackers
• Assist with Plastic Packaging Tax returns
• Calculate and report environmental taxes and levies
• Analyse expense accounts for PAYE Settlement Agreement
• Track Short Term Business Visitors
• Support Global Mobility and tax return data collection
• Assist with IR35 reviews and tracking
• Monitor overnight rates audits
• Provide ad-hoc support and project assistance
• Contribute to Senior Accounting Officer reviews and reporting
• Collect data for HMRC queries and group requests
• Maintain Tax Department intranet content
• Provide general tax administration support
• Take meeting notes and run reports/information requests

Key Requirements

• 2-3 years in a financial or tax environment
• Strong working knowledge of Word and Excel
• Hands-on approach with high attention to detail
• Resilient and adaptable to changing deadlines
• Excellent communication and diplomacy skills
• Team-oriented mindset
• Knowledge of VAT returns, basic VAT legislation, and employment tax (desirable)

Benefits

• Up to 5% annual bonus
• 2x Life Assurance
• Health Care Cash Plan
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (rising with service)
• Enhanced family and bereavement leave
• Pension scheme (matched up to 8%)
• Access to Mller Rewards for discounts and development opportunities

Apply

If you’re ready to grow your career in tax and have the skills we’re looking for, apply today at www.mullercareers.co.uk