Tax Trainee in Crewe

We’re an ambitious, forward-thinking global business who build transformative solutions for our customers to deliver best-in-class sustainable mobility, connectivity and technology solutions. We support our customers with a range of products and services to meet their needs. Since 1990 our ambition has never wavered. Our mission is to help businesses of all sizes adapt to the future and take advantage of the opportunities that change brings. Sustainability is at the core of our offering. With our leading e-mobility solutions, we’re committed to guiding businesses through the energy transition, building solutions for a more sustainable, connected future.

Radius has grown rapidly at a time when tax requirements have become more complex and reporting more onerous. The group has tax compliance responsibilities for over 80 legal entities across the UK, Europe, Asia and US. We are seeking a Tax Trainee to join our in‑house Tax Compliance team. The Tax Compliance team is responsible for ensuring the group meets its tax compliance obligations accurately, timely and efficiently across all jurisdictions in which it operates. The team manages the preparation, review and submission of VAT, GST, sales tax, corporate income tax, withholding tax and other tax returns, while maintaining robust controls to ensure compliance with local tax legislation and reporting requirements.

The role will involve learning across both corporate tax and indirect tax to build knowledge and understanding in both areas, while developing a strong foundation in tax compliance, systems, and data. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, an analytical mindset, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment. The role requires the individual to undertake study towards a professional tax qualification (ATT/CTA).

• Assist with data gathering and preparation for corporate tax computations and returns across UK and overseas entities, ensuring accuracy and completeness of supporting information.
• Support the coordination and preparation of PBC (Provided by Client) requests for external tax advisers, including tracking outstanding items, liaising with internal stakeholders to obtain required data, and ensuring timely and accurate submission.
• Assist in maintaining and monitoring the direct tax compliance calendar, ensuring all deadlines for filings and payments are clearly tracked and met.
• Support the preparation and calculation of Corporate Tax Payments on Account (POAs) across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring calculations are accurate and appropriately documented.
• Assist with monthly withholding tax (WHT) calculations, reporting, and filings, ensuring compliance with local regulations.
• Work collaboratively with both internal finance teams and external tax advisers, building strong working relationships and ensuring effective communication.
• Provide support during tax audits, enquiries, or authority queries, including data gathering, reconciliation, and preparation of supporting documentation.
• Use a range of accounting and ERP systems to extract, analyse, and validate financial data.
• Support data reconciliation and validation processes, ensuring consistency between financial records and tax reporting outputs.
• Contribute to maintaining clear audit trails and supporting documentation for all compliance processes.
• Adhere to and support the continued development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and internal controls.
• Ensure all work is delivered accurately and on time, meeting internal deadlines, compliance requirements, and professional standards.
• Prepare and maintain monthly balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

• The successful candidate will be expected to study towards a professional tax qualification (ATT/CTA).
• Strong academic background, particularly in numerical or analytical subjects (e.g. Maths, Business, Economics).
• Good attention to detail and an ability to work accurately with numbers.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work to deadlines.
• Comfortable using IT systems, including Microsoft Excel.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Positive attitude with a strong willingness to learn and develop.
• Basic understanding of business or accounting concepts (helpful but not essential).
• Familiarity with finance or accounting systems would be beneficial, but full training will be provided.
• Ability to research and follow technical guidance, using internal documentation and external resources.

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