Tax Compliance Officer

This Tax Compliance Officer role offers the opportunity to join a respected Southampton organisation that values your expertise and supports your growth. You’ll be part of a friendly team focused on excellent service and strong client relationships. With a culture built on teamwork and respect, plus flexible working and ongoing training, this is an ideal environment to develop your tax compliance skills and advance your career.

Tax Compliance Officer

Salary: Competitive and based on experience

Location: Southampton

This Tax Compliance Officer position offers you the chance to join a highly respected organisation in Southampton, where your expertise will be valued and your professional growth actively supported. You will become part of a welcoming team that is committed to delivering service excellence and building lasting connections with clients. The company’s culture stands out for its focus on teamwork, mutual respect, and putting people first, ensuring you feel included and empowered every step of the way. With flexible working opportunities and ongoing training, this role provides an ideal environment for those who are eager to develop their skills in tax compliance while enjoying a supportive workplace. If you are looking for a role where your attention to detail and commitment to high standards will be recognised, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career.

• Enjoy flexible working arrangements that allow you to balance your professional and personal commitments while contributing meaningfully to the team.
• Benefit from continuous training opportunities designed to enhance your technical knowledge and support your long-term career development within tax compliance.
• Join a knowledgeable and inclusive team dedicated to delivering exceptional client service, fostering collaboration, and supporting each other’s success.

What you'll do:

As a Tax Compliance Officer based in Southampton, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient filing of UK tax compliance documents for alternative investment structures. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve preparing detailed working papers, calculating liabilities, completing returns, and maintaining up-to-date records using internal trackers. You will work collaboratively with both accountants and administrators, providing timely responses to client enquiries while adhering strictly to company policies. Success in this role requires you to perform thorough analytical reviews, communicate updates clearly within the team, and manage your workload proactively. By engaging with multiple departments, you will help deliver a seamless client experience while developing your expertise in increasingly complex cases. This position offers you the opportunity to build strong professional relationships within an inclusive environment that values accuracy, reliability, and teamwork.

• Work closely with client teams including accountants and administrators to ensure seamless delivery of client service across all tax compliance matters.
• Undertake tax reporting services for a diverse portfolio of alternative investment structures such as SPVs, Holding Companies, Management Companies, and Funds under supervision.
• Prepare comprehensive tax working papers for various investment structures to facilitate accurate tax reporting processes.
• Calculate tax liabilities and prepare detailed tax returns along with supporting documentation prior to submission for review by senior staff.
• Complete all required tax reporting tasks promptly and update internal trackers regularly to monitor progress and ensure deadlines are met.
• Perform analytical reviews of financial data, investigating any significant variances or jumps in tax figures compared to previous periods.
• Communicate relevant tax updates effectively to team members, ensuring everyone is informed about changes impacting compliance.
• Demonstrate strong working knowledge of tax regulations by progressing towards more complex cases as experience grows with different entities and accounting standards.
• Plan your own workload efficiently, prioritising tasks and managing time effectively to meet challenging deadlines without compromising quality.
• Collaborate closely with other departments such as Financial Reporting and Administration/Client Service teams to deliver coordinated client service.

What you bring:

In the Tax Compliance Officer role, your proven experience in managing complex workloads within strict deadlines will be invaluable. You bring a combination of technical accounting knowledge, strong analytical capabilities, and proficiency with key software tools that enables you to excel in preparing accurate tax returns. Your interpersonal skills foster positive relationships within the team as well as with clients, ensuring smooth communication throughout every stage of the process. You thrive in environments where attention to detail is paramount and are comfortable learning new concepts quickly under supportive leadership. Your ability to respond professionally under pressure demonstrates your reliability as a trusted member of the organisation. Whether you have worked directly with alternative investment structures or possess transferable skills from related fields, your commitment to delivering high-quality results makes you an ideal candidate for this position.

• Your meticulous attention to detail ensures consistent delivery of high standards across all aspects of tax compliance work.
• You possess excellent planning and organisational abilities that enable you to meet tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or accuracy.
• A solid understanding of technical accounting principles allows you to navigate complex financial information confidently.
• You demonstrate a willingness and ability to learn quickly within a collaborative team setting under the guidance of experienced managers.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills empower you to interpret data accurately and investigate discrepancies thoroughly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access, and Outlook supports your efficiency in handling large volumes of information and producing clear reports.
• Fluency in English is essential for effective communication; additional European language skills are considered advantageous for broader engagement.
• You consistently provide timely and professional responses to both internal colleagues and external clients, fostering trust through dependable service.
• Adherence to standard company policies ensures compliance with regulatory requirements at all times.
• Experience working within alternative investment structures or similar environments is beneficial but not mandatory.

What sets this company apart:

The organisation distinguishes itself through its unwavering commitment to building long-term partnerships with clients while nurturing its employees’ growth. The culture here is defined by inclusivity, collaboration, and genuine care for people—both clients and staff alike. Employees are encouraged to share ideas freely within a supportive network that values every contribution. Flexible working opportunities allow you greater control over your schedule so you can maintain a healthy work-life balance. Training programmes are readily available so you can continue developing professionally at every stage of your career journey. The company’s dedication to operational excellence means you’ll always be surrounded by knowledgeable colleagues who are passionate about delivering outstanding service together as one cohesive team. Joining this organisation means becoming part of an environment where lasting connections are built on trust, empathy, and shared purpose—making it an exceptional place for anyone seeking meaningful work alongside talented peers.

What's next:

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career as a Tax Compliance Officer within an inclusive team environment that values your expertise—apply now!

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