UK Tax Accountant

A leading organisation in the live entertainment sector is seeking a UK Tax Accountant to join their head office team in Woking, offering both full and part-time options.

A leading organisation in the live entertainment sector is seeking a UK Tax Accountant to join their head office team in Woking, offering both full and part-time options. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to play a pivotal role in a business operating across Britain, the US, Spain, and Germany. The company is committed to nurturing potential, promoting diversity and inclusion, and providing flexible working opportunities. As a UK Tax Accountant, you will have the chance to collaborate with experts across finance and tax disciplines, contribute to strategic growth, and benefit from ongoing training and development within a supportive environment.

What you'll do:

As a UK Tax Accountant based in Woking, you will play an integral role in supporting the organisation’s financial operations by ensuring robust tax compliance across multiple entities. Your day-to-day activities will involve close collaboration with both the Group Head of Tax and the wider UK finance team. You will be responsible for preparing detailed corporation tax returns, managing communications with HMRC, calculating instalment payments, arranging tax settlements, and preparing statutory account figures. In addition to these core duties, you will contribute to forecasting efforts by calculating accurate tax estimates, work alongside external advisors on complex matters such as transfer pricing and international reporting requirements, and support broader compliance initiatives including Pillar 2 standards. Your success in this role will depend on your ability to manage large volumes of financial data using advanced Excel skills, maintain meticulous attention to detail under tight deadlines, and communicate effectively across departments. You will also have opportunities to participate in outreach programmes that mentor students or trainees as part of the company’s commitment to developing future talent.

• Prepare corporation tax returns for UK companies ensuring accuracy and compliance with current regulations.
• Manage correspondence with HMRC efficiently, addressing queries and resolving issues as they arise.
• Calculate quarterly instalment payments for tax obligations, maintaining precise records for audit purposes.
• Arrange timely tax payments while liaising with internal teams to ensure all deadlines are met without exception.
• Prepare current and deferred tax numbers for statutory accounts, collaborating closely with the UK finance team.
• Calculate tax estimates for forecasting purposes to support strategic decision-making within the organisation.
• Liaise regularly with external advisors to ensure best practice is followed in all areas of tax compliance.
• Prepare PAYE settlement agreement calculations accurately and submit them within required timeframes.
• Support Country by Country Reporting requirements by gathering data and preparing necessary documentation.
• Assist with Pillar 2 compliance and contribute to Transfer Pricing methodology and calculations as required.

What you bring:

To excel as a UK Tax Accountant within this dynamic organisation, you will bring proven experience from either public practice or an internal tax department setting. Your technical expertise should encompass all aspects of UK corporate taxation along with strong analytical abilities supported by advanced Excel skills. You will demonstrate an aptitude for handling large datasets efficiently while maintaining accuracy under pressure. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills enabling effective collaboration across finance teams as well as clear interaction with external advisors or regulatory bodies. A genuine interest in theatre or live entertainment will help you connect with the company’s mission of bringing great experiences to diverse audiences. Your approach should reflect sensitivity towards inclusivity initiatives while showing commitment to continuous learning through participation in training programmes or mentoring activities. Adaptability is key; you should feel comfortable taking on new responsibilities as business needs evolve while upholding high standards around health & safety practices.

• Relevant experience gained either in practice or within an in-house tax department is essential for this position; your background should demonstrate hands-on involvement with UK corporate taxation.
• Excellent proficiency in Excel and finance systems is required; you must be comfortable analysing large volumes of data quickly and accurately.
• A solid understanding of core accounting principles as well as up-to-date knowledge of UK tax legislation is vital for success.
• Qualified or part-qualified status (CTA, ACA, CIMA) is desirable but not mandatory; candidates who are actively pursuing qualification are encouraged to apply.
• An interest in theatre or live entertainment would be beneficial as it aligns with the company’s mission and values.
• Strong interpersonal skills are needed; you should be able to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Attention to detail is critical; you must consistently produce high-quality work even when managing competing priorities.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly both verbally and in writing is important when liaising with HMRC or external advisors.
• Experience preparing statutory accounts or supporting audit processes would be advantageous for this role.
• A positive attitude towards health & safety policies as well as legal compliance is expected from all team members.

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