At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare tax reports, support compliance, and optimise tax strategies for a dynamic energy business.
- Company: Growing upstream energy company in Aberdeen with a focus on innovation and financial success.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, exposure to high-value projects, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative culture that values innovation and offers career advancement.
- Why this job: Join a forward-thinking team and make a real impact in the energy sector.
- Qualifications: Qualified in tax or accounting with experience in UK upstream oil & gas tax.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
We are seeking a talented and commercially minded Tax Consultant to join a dynamic and growing upstream energy business located in Aberdeen on a contract basis. This is a high-impact role supporting a diverse asset base within a company focused on delivering strong financial returns through resilience, yield, and growth. As part of a forward-thinking Tax team, you will play a key role in delivering robust tax reporting and compliance, while supporting strategic tax initiatives that optimise value and manage risk across the group.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and review monthly tax reporting for group purposes, including current and deferred tax calculations, journals, and shareholder reporting packs.
- Support annual statutory reporting, including tax disclosures, journals, and audit queries.
- Review tax account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Prepare and review Corporation Tax returns for submission to HMRC.
- Assist with HMRC enquiries and correspondence.
- Support the design and implementation of tax and finance controls, ensuring appropriate documentation and compliance.
- Contribute to transfer pricing reviews, including preparation and maintenance of supporting documentation.
- Assist with tax governance activities, including maintaining the Tax Risk Register and Senior Accounting Officer (SAO) requirements.
- Provide support on tax advisory projects, identifying opportunities to optimise the group’s tax position and mitigate risks.
Background & Experience:
- Professionally qualified in tax or accounting (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent).
- Strong grounding in tax accounting and reporting, including group and statutory requirements.
- Proven experience in UK upstream oil & gas tax, particularly RFCT, SCT, and Energy Profits Levy (EPL).
- Experience in corporate tax compliance and reporting processes.
- Familiarity with SAP (desirable but not essential).
- Proactive mindset with a strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning in a constantly evolving tax landscape.
What’s on Offer:
- Be part of a growing, opportunity-rich business with a strong presence in the UK energy sector.
- Exposure to complex, high-value tax matters in a commercially driven environment.
- Opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders and influence strategic decision-making.
- A collaborative culture that values innovation, efficiency, and growth.
Tax Consultant - 6 Month Contract in Aberdeen employer: Hutcheon Mearns Ltd
Join a forward-thinking and dynamic upstream energy business in Aberdeen, where you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact as a Tax Consultant. Our collaborative culture fosters innovation and efficiency, providing you with exposure to complex tax matters and the chance to work closely with senior stakeholders, all while supporting your professional growth in a thriving sector.
