Tax Accountant

GRIDSERVE is a technology-enabled electric vehicle charging and sustainable energy business, on a mission to make EV easy. GRIDSERVE is delivering world-class High Power EV charging across the GRIDSERVE Electric Highway, at Electric Forecourts® and Electric Super Hubs found on the UK’s motorways and Electric Retail Hubs at popular shopping destinations, all powered by net zero energy.

GRIDSERVE is seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Tax Accountant to manage and ensure compliance with all tax regulations for our operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of UK tax laws, be confident in preparing tax returns, and provide strategic advice to optimise the company’s tax position.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparation and completion of year-end tax provision exercise under IAS liaising directly with external auditors and working closely with the finance team throughout
• Preparation and submission of corporation tax returns for a principally UK group of c 20+ active corporate entities, to also include CIR preparation and return submission. Experience of ONESOURCE Corporation Tax advantageous
• Support EY with HMRC challenge regarding VAT issues in the CPO industry since 2021 – standard rate challenge of 20% (public sites) versus reduced rate of 5% (domestic sites)
• Management of UK R&D tax credit process – working alongside internal engineering teams to fully understand business processes and potential for R&D qualifying activities.
• Transfer Pricing considerations – awareness and undertaking of transfer pricing projects where required within the group to include management charges etc.
• Maximisation of capital allowance claims across the various asset classes within the group to enhance future tax relief
• Tax input to any ad hoc business reorganisations/restructuring or commercial projects as necessary.
• Working with legal team with regard to contract reviews and provision of tax input, together with discussion with 3rd parties where necessary.
• Responsibility for UK VAT oversight for the group together with management of the formal VAT group in existence
• Responsibility for VAT compliance processes within the group together with review/maintenance of internal manuals used by the business when preparing VAT return submissions – some knowledge of property transactions also advantageous (SDLT queries can also arise).
• Knowledge of Construction Industry Scheme and provision of technical input to wider business as needed
• The business has a small number of imports that require oversight and management to ensure customs obligations are met. Knowledge of Postponed VAT Accounting, CDS, use of EORI and UK Integrated Online Tariff process would be advantageous though not essential.
• Assessment of any changes in tax legislation and potential impact on the business
• Ad hoc employment tax issues – input on P11D/PSA process and submission, IR35 input, etc

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience in UK corporate tax, either in practice or in-house
• Strong knowledge of UK tax laws and HMRC procedures
• Proficient in Excel and accounting/tax software (D365 experience advantageous, although not essential)
• Excellent analytical and organisational skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to explain complex tax matters clearly

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