Tax Accountant - Temporary Contract
Manchester City Centre Hybrid 2-3 Month Contract Mid-October Start
We are recruiting an experienced Tax Accountant to join the in-house tax team of a well-established group of businesses initial 2-3 month temporary contract, with the possibility of extension.
This is a hands‑on UK corporation tax compliance role, supporting the preparation of tax computations across a large and varied group structure as part of the year‑end compliance cycle.
The role would suit a tax professional with strong UK Corporation Tax experience and existing AlphaTax proficiency, who is comfortable managing a high volume of entities and working to tight deadlines.
The Role
Working closely with the Tax Manager and Tax Senior Manager, you will take ownership of a portfolio of UK entities and support the wider tax team through a busy period of year‑end compliance.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Preparing UK Corporation Tax computations for a large portfolio of group entities using AlphaTax.
- Managing your workload against the group's compliance timetable and ensuring deadlines are met.
- Working with Finance teams to obtain and validate trial balances, statutory accounts and supporting information.
- Reviewing and resolving queries, escalating more complex technical matters where appropriate.
- Maintaining accurate compliance records and tracking submission progress.
- Liaising with external tax advisors in relation to Corporate Interest Restriction (CIR), capital allowances and R&D claims.
- Ensuring advice and calculations from external advisors are accurately reflected within tax computations.
- Supporting capital allowances, group relief allocations and other tax adjustments.
- Monitoring quarterly instalment payments and other in‑year compliance requirements.
- Supporting iXBRL tagging and HMRC submission requirements.
- Maintaining high‑quality working papers and supporting the wider team with ad hoc compliance activities.
- Contributing to process improvement, automation and the team's planned AlphaTax upgrade.
About You
You’ll ideally have:
- Proven experience preparing UK Corporation Tax computations, either in‑house or within practice.
- Strong working knowledge of UK Corporation Tax compliance.
- Hands‑on AlphaTax experience and the ability to work with minimal training.
- Experience working across a high volume of entities and delivering against tight deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and a structured approach to managing compliance work.
- Confidence liaising with Finance teams and external tax advisors.
- Knowledge of iXBRL tagging and HMRC submissions.
- Part-qualified or qualified ACA, ACCA, ATT or CTA (or equivalent) is desirable
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Interim Tax Accountant in Manchester employer: Axon Moore Group Ltd
Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding organisation that values innovation and collaboration, making it an exceptional employer for finance professionals. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have the opportunity to lead significant projects and enhance your skills in a supportive environment, all while being part of a team that drives meaningful change across UK and international acquisitions. The company's commitment to a positive work culture and its strategic growth initiatives ensure that you will be at the forefront of exciting financial transformations.
